I'm a proud participant in the Pan-Mass Challenge - a bike-a-thon that raises more money for charity than any other single athletic fundraising event in the country - to bring us Closer by the Mile to a cure for cancer. This year, I'm riding in honor of my Aunt Nicole, and am excited to be completing the ride with my sister, Kat!

Since its founding in 1980, PMC riders like me have raised more than $1 billion for lifesaving cancer research, treatment and patient care at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, one of the country's top cancer care hospitals. My PMC is making a difference in the lives of patients at Dana-Farber and around the world. The funds I raise support the innovative work of doctors, nurses, and scientists in their search for cures for cancers and related diseases and 100 percent of every dollar I raise goes directly to Dana-Farber, meaning that your donation has a real impact!

I've enjoyed cycling for a while, and am excited to be riding for a cause this summer! Check out the photo gallery on this page for some of my favorite fun bike ride memories and moments over the years. If you see yourself in one of the photos, know that you've been an important part of my riding journey so far and it would mean so much if you'd consider donating to help me reach my fundraising goal.