Our Story
Learn about the history, mission, and values that drive the Mile High Chapter.
Our History
The United States Veterans Riding Club was established to create a network of veteran motorcycle enthusiasts dedicated to brotherhood, service, and the open road. The USVRC, and what would later come to be the Mile High Chapter, was founded in 2008 by 4 United States Marines, along with the spouse and son of a Marine. Our Founders were committed to bringing local veterans together, supporting the veteran community, and raising funds to directly support veterans in need as well as other veterans' charities. That commitment lives on today.
What began as a small group of veteran riders meeting at a local diner has grown into an active veteran motorcycle community with chapters in Colorado and Minnesota. Our members come from all branches of service and their families, united by their love of riding and their commitment to supporting fellow veterans.
We are a registered and federally recognized 501(c)(3) in good standing (Tax ID: 01-0907448), and a registered Charitable Organization with the State of Colorado, Secretary of State's Office (Charitable Registration: 20183018369). All donations to the USVRC are tax deductible. We are an all-volunteer club, and no member receives any salary or compensation. By doing the work ourselves, we make sure that every dollar raised goes to the charities we raised it for.
While we share a love of motorcycles with every other rider, we are a Riding Club (RC) and not a Motorcycle Club (MC). From our founding we have been committed to remaining absolutely non-political and completely neutral within the community. We are not affiliated with any other clubs in any official capacity. We will, however, show up to support causes that are in line with our mission, regardless of who sponsors the event, because it is about the cause, not the applause.
Our Mission
To foster a sense of brotherhood and community among veterans through organized motorcycle rides, events, and charitable initiatives that make a lasting impact on the veteran community. We believe that the camaraderie formed on the road translates into meaningful support networks that help veterans transition, heal, and thrive in civilian life.
Our Principles
Brotherhood
We stand together — on the road and off it. The bonds formed in service continue in our club.
Service
Giving back is in our DNA. We ride for causes, volunteer for communities, and show up when it matters.
Honor
We honor every veteran's sacrifice with pride, purpose, and the respect they have earned.
Respect
We treat every member, every family, and every community partner with the dignity they deserve.
Above all, the USVRC is a brotherhood, and we know that brothers need someone to trust, to care, and to be there when they need some support. If you are in need of a brother to talk to, please reach out to any of our members on the Contact page. If you are experiencing a crisis and need more than we can offer, please call the Veterans Crisis Line at 988 and press 1, or Text 838255. It's free, it's 100% confidential, and you do not have to be enrolled with the VA. You matter. Never forget that. Don't fight alone. We've got your 6.