www.DianaMotoFoundation.org
A not-for-profit foundation dedicated to helping EDUCATE
new and experienced riders; offering AID to
injured riders and their families; & working to increase
motorcycle AWARENESS.
EDUCATE – Diana’s Motorcyclist
Foundation teaches and promotes safe riding skills and habits
to riders of all ages and skill levels, including those re-entering
the motorcycle community and who have been physically or emotionally
affected by a motorcycle accident. To ensure we reach the largest
audience possible, our education has been adopted to many forms,
including live seminars, TV media, printed materials, and DVDs—all
of which highlight proven safe-riding practices and are presented
by professionals. We also host local and social-media forums,
and offer free courses in the pursuit of saving lives and preventing
motorcycling injuries.
AID – Diana’s Motorcyclist Foundation
extends a warm “rider’s” hand to those who
have gone down, or witnessed the injury or death of a friend
or loved one. With our vast motorcycling experience, we compassionately
counsel through their fears and concerns those who have been
injured, as well as help those who are in need of physical,
financial, and emotional support. We have spent years teaching
motorcycle re-entry to injured and returning motorcyclists.
We are available to injured riders who need assistance fighting
for surgeries, acquiring rehabilitative apparatus, and modifying
their motorcycles to safely manage with their new injuries,
limitations and/or special needs.
AWARENESS – Diana’s Motorcyclist
Foundation uses a variety of media outlets, including on-line
social networks, WebTV, expert presentations, and professional
courses to increase awareness of the myriad of challenges facing
riders. This awareness is targeted to both riders and non-riders
in the hopes of making the presence of motorcycles more prominent,
and to empower riders so that they have the skills and knowledge
to deal with these challenges. We present cutting-edge technology
and experienced staff instructors to teach and reinforce safe
riding habits and emergency skills. We alert riders to known
medical and vehicular insurance loopholes so they can better
protect themselves and their families in the event of an accident.
Finally, it is our objective to promote a safe and courteous
sharing of the roadways between all types of vehicles
The Foundation
The Diana’s Motorcyclist Foundation was founded by Christine
Firehock to continue the legacy of her mother, Diana Marafioti,
an avid motorcyclist, teacher, and active member of the motorcycling
community.
The Foundation works with experienced instructors and provides
distributable educational materials to individuals and groups
to further the cause of motorcycling safety.
The Foundation also provides support to injured riders and
their families to help with medical expenses and recovery.
Diana Marafioti
Diana’s family riding history began with her grandparents
in 1913 and extends uninterrupted for 5 generations.
Diana was the first female president of a co-ed motorcycle
club. She and her husband of 43 years raised 4 daughters and
an adopted son, and taught all of them to ride.
Diana believed that everyone who wanted to ride could learn…and
so she started her own motorcycle-instruction school, The
American Motorcycle Driving School. Her daughter, Christine,
was her business partner and an instructor at the school.
In 2000, Diana was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer which she
characteristically and fearlessly battled, and amazed doctors
by continuing to ride while undergoing chemotherapy. Not only
did she continue to ride but—in 2002, after two years
of suffering and at the age of 60—rode with her husband
to Sturgis, ND and back to New York. Her courage was nourished
by her strong faith and the love and support of her family and
the motorcycle community.
To learn more about Diana and how she transformed motorcycle
education and the riding experience, visit: www.DianaMotoFoundation.org
Please help us to assist to the next fallen rider who needs
our help finding their way back into the saddle, to find their
soul in the wind. We need your leather-clad hand and bug-filled
smile to pull up our fallen brother and sister!
How to Get Involved
Regardless of whether you are new to the motorcycle community,
a supporter of, or have been riding for many years, you can
help us make a positive impact by:
- Volunteering your time at an upcoming event (no experience
needed)
- Inviting us to your motorcycle event or dealership
- Sponsoring an upcoming fundraiser
- Donating directly or becoming a sponsor
- Nominating a person, event, or organization that deserves
the Foundation’s support
Donate | Volunteer | Sponsorship
Diana’s Motorcyclist Foundation
10 Oak Drive
Hopewell Junction, NY 12533
Phone: (914) 489-6980
E-mail: info@DianaMotoFoundation.org
E-mail: cfirehock@dianamotofoundation.org
URL: www.DianaMotoFoundation.org
