After years of cancer having a significant impact on my and my friends' families, along with an aunt who recently lost her battle, I am doing my part by riding the Pan-Mass Challenge and raising funds for Dana Farber--it will take place August 3-4.

As many of you know, I lost my father to cancer in 1996. He was 46 years old. Since, it does not seem that a year has passed without someone close to me or a friend being impacted by this terrible disease. Thankfully, more and more are winning their fight against cancer due to tremendous advances in treatment, but there is still so much more to do.

I recognize there are many causes worthy of your charitable resources, but I ask that you please join me in this effort by making a gift. Every dollar raised will enable vital research to pursue a cure for cancer.

I am grateful for your consideration.