If you are not familiar with the biking community and have heard of the term 'poker run', you may be wondering what bikers do on one of these rides. While it doesn't always involve riding a motorcycle, biker poker runs are the most common type. During the run participants will travel to different pre-determined checkpoints where they will collect a different card. While many times these events are organized for a group to relax and have fun, they can also be a unique way to raise money for a charity. Of course, it can also be something of a competition between bikers.
While the overall event of the poker run has a time limit, it's not a major factor. There is no one out with a stop watch to check times when people get to a checkpoint. In fact, most of the time the event is laid back, with the end result being the gathering of the motorcycle club (or participants, if the ride is open to others) in one location to compare poker hands and find out who won. Usually there is a barbeque or picnic set up as well, and the event also serves as a family function for members who sit on the sidelines and cheer.
One of the ways money can be raised for charities is for the group to take donations or to sell items. Patches are a nice, convenient way to raise money without having to invest too much time and energy into planning out other fundraising events. The best thing to do is to look into buying wholesale biker patches for people participating in the poker run to purchase. Any leftovers can easily be sold on eBay as a way to make even more money for the cause.
