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13 accomplishment," said Meier, who has aended Bo Bikes Bama for five years. "Riding in Auburn is more of a challenge than riding at home, but I wanted to continue to be involved somehow." In 2011, Meier worked for the Army Corps of Engineers as they restored infrastructure in and around Tuscaloosa, and said she feels aached to Jackson's mission. "It's such a fabulous event," she said. "I like what this event does, benefiting the Governor's Relief Fund aer the tornadoes. "I love Bo Jackson," said Meier, who volunteered 12 hours as a Barry APSO member. "Bo is one of my all-time favorite athletes. He really, really is one of the most genuinely kind people. He makes a huge effort to spend time with the riders. To see him take that kind of time was nice." The annual ride has special meaning to Morgan Jackson, communications specialist - Community Initiatives. As Bo Jackson's daughter, his calling to help others was ingrained in her early on. "The ride has special meaning to me," she said. "I was raised in Chicago, but both of my parents are from Alabama, and this cause is near and dear to my family. "This is giving back to my roots," she added. "When people hear the name Bo Jackson, they immediately go to football, but in reality, when I think of him, it's how giving of a person he is to those less fortunate." Riders were treated to lunch at the Auburn Arena aer the event. Bo Jackson and other organizers thanked the riders and volunteers who gave their time to make the event a success. "We are proud of our APSO volunteers and the role they played in making this year's Bo Bikes Bama a success," said Myla Calhoun, president of the Alabama Power Foundation. "Our employees and their families represent the true spirit of APSO, and we applaud their commitment to supporting the community and state through volunteerism at events like this." Jackson speaks to bikers before his event, as Aubie looks on. Christina Jackson, far left, and her family helped bikers. Christina Jackson, Allison Swagler-Webb and Morgan Jackson in Auburn. Meier and Jackson