Jeff D'Agostine's PMC

I hope everyone is doing well, as for me I feel like I'm still trying to catch up from last year. This January I commited to ride in my 18th PMC not knowing what shape I'd be in to honor that commitment. I had my hip replaced 6 weeks ago, and just got medical clearance to start riding my bike, so it should be interesting. That being said I'm going to give it my best shot, and try to complete the 2 day 161 mile ride from Wellesley to Provincetown the weekend of August 6th and 7th.

Once again I am asking for your support of the PMC which funds cancer research and care at Dana Farber Cancer Institute. The PMC is responsible for 55% of the Jimmy Fund's total fundraising, and as always 100% of every rider raised donation goes directly to Dana Farber. Since it's start in 1980 the PMC has raised over $831 million for cancer research and care, our goal this year is $66 million.

Unfortunately cancer touches everyones life at some point and it is easy to feel helpless, this is a way to fight back. In 2019 my mother was diagnosed with stage 4 colon cancer and given 6 months to live. That was before we got her to Dana Farber. Thanks to the treatments and care she received at the hands of their amazing medical professionals we got to spend 3 extra years with her before she passed this July. While it's easy to be bitter about cancer's carnage we remain hopeful. Dana Farber is at the cutting of edge of cancer research and treatments, and is providing lifesaving care for people in every age group and demographic imaginable. It is leading the charge in expanding access to care and is a worldwide leader in pediatric oncology.

This will be my 18th PMC ride, and honestly I'm not sure if I'll be able to complete the entire route with my new hip (and old back), but I promise I will give it my best effort. I am dedicating this years ride to friends and family lost to cancer, and to those continuing their fight.

So if you are willing and able, please consider a donation to the Pan Mass Challenge this year. Charities such as this are among the hardest hit during these times but the need remains great.

Thank you very much for your consideration of this request, I wish you a happy and healthy summer.

Sincerely,

Jeff D'Agostine

Each year I tape names of cancer patients, victims and survivors on my bike, to reflect on during the ride. Please let me know if you would like to add a name. (You can email me, or call or text me at 508-259-9015)

Why I Ride ...

Summer Greetings

So if you are willing and able, please consider a donation to the Pan Mass Challenge this year. Charities such as this are among the hardest hit during these times but the need remains great.

My Supporters

Toby Saef	$120.00
Sherry Gould In loving memory of Jane
Rebecca and Tom Jacoby To honor the life of Jane.
Robert McNeecce
Michael Mcgurl Good luck Jeff!
Annika Stout Bicchieri Gammie will be there with you the whole ride, I love you so much!
Rachel Van Der Voort
Janice Gilbert
ANDY LEVINE Looking forward to seeing you in Sturbridge!	$120.00
Lynne Quinn In Memory of your Mom with deepest sympathy to the whole family.	$250.00
Deborah Macrides Good luck on the first PMC with your titanium parts, and I don’t mean bike parts. Thank you for riding. Your mom will be cheering you on. Mike and Debbie Macrides
Stuart & Susan Krusell In memory of your Mom and her remarkable life.
Ellie Kubinciak Jeff. In fond memory of your beautiful Mom Jane D'Agostine. We will miss her. Ellie and Steve
Colonial Figure Skating Club Giving in memory of Jane. Colonial wishes you the best of luck on your ride!
Kimberley Wolff Good luck. Enjoy the ride and take it easy on the hip!!
Sarah Mleziva Ride on baby!! Thank you for ridng!!	$200.00
Peter Lull Thanks for doing this once again Jeff. We know it will be a ride with extra motivation this year.
Kate Peck In memory of Mrs. D. Your mom will be the wind at your back to help you finish the ride. (Ask her to pedal too!)	$100.00
Mary Brochu In memory of your beautiful mom	$50.00
Amy Bicchieri We are so incredibly proud of your dedication to the PMC! This year, we know that Mom will be riding alongside you!	$250.00
Mary Michniewicz In loving memory of your mom, Jane Turner D’Agostine, In support of our friends and neighbors, Amy, Chip, Annika and Jon Mary and Richard Michniewicz
Anonymous	$50.00
Kathleen Schroeder Always happy to support you and this great event! -- The Schroeders
Erik Barnes
Dan Sweeney Best of Luck on the ride and doing this for such a great cause, this is also for Jane, we are friends of Chip.	$250.00
Joan Gile Your Mom was a wonderful woman and a great neighbor. We had countless hours of fun at your pool and she made the best birthday ice cream cone cakes! My thoughts are with you and your family.
Sherry Lussier I never met Jane D'Agostine, the reason for this donation, but I know her in her daughter Amy, whom I love dearly. Amy has Jane's strength, beauty, friendliness, and she is a most genuine human.	$120.00
Paul Motyka
Elaine Philbrick So impressed with your grit and determination! Happy to support you and this great cause every year :-) !!!	$100.00
Stuart Krusell 18 PMCs. Amazing. Deeply appreciate your commitment to finding a cure.
Beth-Anne Duxbury So honored to be a part of your fund raiser Jeff! Have a great ride!! Beth :)	$120.00
Pam Farrill Best of Luck, Jeff. No matter how far you ride, it will all be for a wonderful cause. Take Care and Be Well, Pam and Jack
Tore Kapstad Great effort and commitment Jeff!!!
Jack Wylie
Mark Nordstrom	$250.00
Stephen and Susan Ruscak
Anonymous Hoping for perfect weather and a great ride weekend for all.
jay krusell We are with you Jeff!	$250.00
Bryan Reimer	$30.00
John Salvucci It is inspirational even with the recent new hip you are going to once again ride for an excellent cause. Your mother is an inspiration to us all and you have her fortitude. Good luck, Jeffrey	$250.00
Maureen Steinmann Good Luck, Jeff. Hope your ride goes well.	$50.00
Anonymous	$100.00
Jack Brophy For Mike & your Mom.	$250.00
William Leuci Jeff, thank you so much for continuing to do this great event! I know there will be many smiling down upon you along the ride. You're the best!
Douglas Epstein Keep pedaling! well done.	$250.00
Kathy Casaletto

My History

2022	$8,140.00	Wellesley to Provincetown Inn (2-Day)
2021	$9,000.02	Wellesley to Provincetown Monument (2-Day)
2020	$3,115.00	Sturbridge to Provincetown Inn (2-Day)
2019	$8,600.00	Sturbridge to Provincetown Inn (2-Day)
2018	$4,900.25	Sturbridge to Provincetown Inn (2-Day)
2017	$9,148.37	Sturbridge to Provincetown Inn (2-Day)
2016	$8,262.12	Sturbridge to Provincetown Inn (2-Day)
2015	$14,250.00	Sturbridge to Provincetown Inn (2-Day)
2014	$11,246.00	Sturbridge to Provincetown Inn (2-Day)
2013	$9,055.00	Sturbridge to Provincetown Inn (2-Day)
2012	$6,860.00	Sturbridge to Provincetown Inn (2-Day)
2011	$5,025.00	Sturbridge to Provincetown Inn (2-Day)
2010	$7,475.00	Sturbridge to Provincetown Inn (2-Day)
2009	$4,225.00	Sturbridge to Provincetown Inn (2-Day)
2008	$4,513.00	Sturbridge to Provincetown Inn (2-Day)
2007	$4,550.00	Sturbridge to Provincetown Inn (2-Day)
2005	$3,455.00	Sturbridge to Provincetown Inn (2-Day)
2004	$3,006.00	Wellesley to Bourne (1-Day, Sat)