Shine On For Shelby – Ride to Shine Observation Run

Honoring Shelby’s Light – 9th Annual Ride to Shine Run

Every year in the United States, more than 16,000 people are lost to homicide. For families and friends, the greatest fear after such a tragedy is that their loved one will be forgotten.

On October 26, 2014, Shelby Fazio was brutally murdered. She was only 23 years old — but in her short time, she touched thousands of lives. To those who knew her, Shelby will never be forgotten. But her family and friends wanted to make sure that millions more could know the brightness, kindness, and energy she brought to the world.

The Shine On For Shelby campaign was created to carry her light forward.

Shelby’s Life and Legacy

Shelby’s story is not about her tragic death — it’s about how she lived.

• She overcame a debilitating illness.
• She graduated high school and college with honors.
• She traveled the world, went diving with sharks, and even worked at Walt Disney World, proudly calling Mickey Mouse her “boss.”
• She gave back constantly — volunteering at food banks, homeless shelters, nursing homes, veterans homes, Ronald McDonald Houses, wildlife centers, and more.
• She held leadership roles in Key Club and Circle K, inspiring others through service.
• She supported global causes like UNICEF, Kids Against Hunger, the Eliminate Project, and African wildlife conservation.

By 23, Shelby had accomplished more than many achieve in a lifetime. Most importantly, she always made time for her family, her friends, and her beloved dog, Azaia.

Her family and community want her to be remembered not for the crime that took her life, but for the love, joy, and service that defined it.

Shine On For Shelby

The Shine On For Shelby campaign was launched to turn tragedy into hope. Each October, people are encouraged to honor Shelby by volunteering or donating to causes she cared about, including:

• No-kill animal shelters
• Canine advocacy programs
• Wildlife and nature conservation
• Homeless shelters
• Victim advocacy programs
• Food banks

The idea is simple: keep Shelby’s light shining by doing good in her memory.

The Ride to Shine

One of the most powerful ways this mission comes alive is through the Ride to Shine Observation Run, an annual motorcycle event held in her honor. Riders gather to support the Shine On movement, raise funds, and spread awareness while enjoying a day on Michigan’s scenic roads.

Michigan Motorcycle Event Details

In just a few years, the ride has raised thousands of dollars for programs that reflect Shelby’s passions and values. The Ride to Shine Observation Run takes place on Sunday, September 14, 2025 at the Berville Lions Club, 13651 Hough Rd, Berlin Township, Michigan.

• Registration and Kickoff: Morning check-in at 10:30 am to 12 noon at the the Lions Club. After registration, riders head out together

• The Ride: An observation-style run with multiple scenic stops along the way

• The Finish: Everyone returns to the Lions Club for raffles, prizes, fundraising, and a community celebration

The event was started by Shelby’s Uncle Brian and continues today under the Shine On For Shelby campaign, which works year-round to support causes that mattered to her, including animal shelters, nature conservation, food banks, and victim advocacy.

Why Riders Join

Riders come from all over to be part of Shine On For Shelby because this event blends what bikers love — the open road and camaraderie — with something bigger:

• Honoring the memory of Shelby
• Supporting causes that mattered to her
• Showing the strength and heart of the motorcycle community

It’s a chance to make every mile mean more.

Keep Shelby’s Light Alive

Shelby’s story reminds us that one person’s light can inspire countless others. By riding, volunteering, or donating, you help ensure that her spirit continues to shine.

The Ride to Shine Observation Run is open to all who want to ride with purpose and stand for something greater.

Join us. Ride for Shelby. Ride for hope. Ride to keep the light shining.

The Ride to Shine Observation Run is organized by the Shine On For Shelby campaign, which was created by Shelby Fazio’s family and friends after her passing.

The event itself was first started by Shelby’s Uncle Brian, and he remains a key organizer and driving force behind the ride. Today, it continues under the broader Shine On For Shelby foundation and volunteer team, who keep her legacy alive through both the annual ride and community service initiatives.

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