What is Cranksgiving?

Cranksgiving is a food drive on two wheels. There are very few rules: 1) Get food, 2) Do it on a bike. Cyclists ride their bikes throughout the area purchasing needed groceries for the St. Peter’s Social Services Food Pantry, either individually or as part of a team. While many Cranksgiving events are a traditional “alleycat” competition where speed is crucial, the Kansas City event has grown into a superhuman effort where we celebrate all participants, and we honor the heaviest load as well as the fastest man and woman. We have a fun kids division too! See all the details below!
 When you check in, you are given a manifest that lists participating stores as well as recommended non-perishable groceries. Methods of carrying groceries vary from messenger bags and backpacks to baskets, panniers and even cargo trailers. Once the riders return, their “haul” is officially weighed in and riders are rewarded with a “beer & chili feed” party in the gym with music and door prizes. 
There is no entry fee; the only cost is whatever participants want to spend to load up on donations. The manifest includes a list of recommended items, but we appreciate any non-perishable groceries. You can enter one of our competition categories or just ride for fun.

It all happens here at St. Peter’s!