Dear friends and family,

The time is quickly approaching once again. This will be my 7th Pan Mass Challenge (PMC) to support the Dana Faber Cancer Institute (DFCI). Every year I ride I find it harder to raise money to fight cancer but I am passionate about it and will continue to relentlessly ask for money to help fight this deadly disease. During my brother-in- laws battle with pancreatic cancer, Steve and I made it our goal to raise money for cancer research. After his death and subsequent family members, myself included, diagnosed with cancer, we have continued our fundraising efforts.

Last years ride was extremely difficult for me. I was sick with the flu. And the weather was horrendous. It was the coldest, wettest PMC ever. I spent a lot of time in the medic tent with hypothermia but I persevered because no matter what I had to endure was nothing compared to what cancer patients go through.

I continue to ride for the Patriot Platelet Peddler’s, which supports research to find treatment and cures for multiple myeloma. Our pedal partner Devin is a smart ambitious 18-year-old boy who has been battling for years. He is doing well and hopes to go to college in the fall. When I see all the children affected I know as a mother I have to help.

The DFCI is an amazing hospital and research center for cancer. The research that they do is remarkable. Everyday there are new discoveries and advancements of treatments and cures. But still 1,500 people in the U.S. die of cancer everyday. More research needs to be done. There has to be better care for families stricken with this disease. So much needs to be done. Too many people are sick and too many people are dying.

The PMC is New England’s largest cancer fundraiser in New England. All the money raised goes to the Jimmy Fund and the Dana Faber Cancer Institute. Steve and I together make a commitment every year to raise funds. If every one helped out, there will be a cure for this horrible disease. Please help me in my effort and support me.
 

For everyone who has supported me in the past, thank you so much. Steve and I have raised over $50,000 in the last 5 years. All because of you!!

There are two ways to sponsor me:
1) Go to the PMC Website http://www.pmc.org/egifts/ My eGiftID is DS0268

2) Mail a check to me to 148 Oak Hill Drive, Sharon Ma 02067 made payable to the PMC.
All donations, no matter how small, make a difference. For those who have already sponsored me, thank you!

Thanks
Deborah Shostek