I am very excited to participate in my first 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 am riding with my good friend, Scott Rau, in memory of his mother Lin. She passed away this January after a long hard fight. Her courage and strength gave her the opportunity to spend a few extra months with her young grandchildren. If my participation in this ride can give even one person the opportunity to spend more time with their loved ones, then it will be worth it.

100 percent of every dollar I raise goes directly to Dana-Farber, meaning that your donation has a real impact! Please donate to my PMC fundraising and help me reach my fundraising goal.