Help Monica Recover & Rebuild

Hello, I'm Sara, one of the founders of the Litas Seattle. Today, I reach out to you with a heavy heart and an urgent plea for support. Our dear friend and fellow rider, Monica Hawley, has recently experienced a devastating accident that has left her with severe injuries. We are seeking your help to support Monica during her recovery and ensure she can continue to inspire and empower womxn in the motorcycle community.

Monica's Story:

On June 24th, following our successful annual Hood Canal Ride, tragedy struck as Monica was heading home. She was hit by a truck going the wrong way on the C Street exit from Hwy 18 in Auburn. The driver of the truck fled the scene, leaving Monica bleeding on the side of the road with life-threatening injuries. She was immediately airlifted to receive critical medical care, and she is now undergoing multiple surgeries in hopes of saving her left leg. https://www.king5.com/video/news/local/state-patrol-looking-for-suspect-car-in-hit-and-run-that-injured-motorcyclist/281-13a4e2c5-660e-47fe-9fce-e66dab9ea71e

Monica's Impact:

In 2019, Monica, alongside a few other passionate individuals, founded the Puget Sound branch of The Litas. This collective was created with the purpose of empowering and inspiring womxn in the community through a shared love of motorcycles. The Puget Sound branch rapidly grew and expanded, establishing multiple branches throughout the area. The Puget Sound branch evolved into what is now known as The Litas Seattle. Monica has played a pivotal role in fostering a welcoming and inclusive space where womxn can come together, find support, and celebrate their passion for motorcycles.

How You Can Help:

Monica's journey to recovery will be long and arduous, both emotionally and financially. Medical expenses, rehabilitation costs, and necessary modifications to her living environment will place a significant burden on her and her husband. She will be unable to work for the unforeseen future. We are humbly reaching out to our community, friends, and kind-hearted individuals who can help.

By contributing to this GoFundMe campaign, you can directly support Monica in her fight to overcome this life-altering event. Your donation will go towards covering medical expenses, specialized treatments, physical therapy, and any necessary adjustments to her living space to accommodate her recovery process. Every dollar counts and will make a tremendous difference in Monica's journey to rebuild her life.

Join Us:

Let's rally together as a community to demonstrate our unwavering support for Monica and the incredible work she has done through The Litas. Together, we can show her that she is not alone in this challenging time. Your generosity will not only aid her physical healing but also provide the emotional strength to persevere and continue inspiring womxn riders in our community.

Please donate what you can and share this campaign with your networks. Let's make a profound impact on Monica's life. Join us in showing the world the power of community and the resilience of the human spirit.

Thank you for your kindness, compassion, and support.

With gratitude,

Sara and The Litas Seattle team