The Tiftarea YMCA recently donated a portion of their proceeds from the 14th annual Tour de Tifton and Ilse Boyette Memorial Ride to the Tift Regional Medical Center (TRMC) Foundation. 

Tour de Tifton was held on March 23, with 67 cyclists participating in the ride.  There were different scenic routes of South Georgia ranging from beginner to experienced riders, with 11 miles to 100 miles in length.    

A portion of the funds from the Tour de Tifton and Ilse Boyette Memorial Ride will benefit the Ilse Boyette Book Scholarship made possible through the TRMC Foundation. 

“Two $500 scholarships are awarded on a yearly basis to non-traditional students who need assistance with books,” says Mandy Brooks, Director of the TRMC Foundation.

Ilse’s family established this scholarship in effort to help a student obtain a college education.  “Ilse is remembered for giving back.  She was an avid bicyclist who helped organize, volunteer and participate in the first Tour de Tifton in 2009.  She was also a dedicated Registered Nurse at Tift Regional, where she spent over 20 years making a significant impact in the lives of others,” says Brooks.

To learn more, please visit www.trmcf.com or call (229) 391-3310.