These past two summers riding in the PMC have been the absolute best weekends of my life. This event is the epitome of community, spirit, and grit. I am so excited to hit the road Year 3 with my mom and the others who were most important to my dad, and who remain important to me.

This August I will be riding from Wellesley to Bourne as a proud supporter of the PMC, and a proud member of Team LUNGstrong. New this year, we will be riding as a subgroup under the LUNGstrong Team. This group, called Kevin's Extreme Team, is in honor of my dad and his love for Extreme Day, a tradition he started years and years ago that involves incredibly athletic men participating in a full day of intense activities. In true Hanlon fashion, it is highly competitive, and at the end of the day, both the winners and losers are well aware of their rankings. Some of these men will be joining us in the ride this year.

Dana Farber Cancer Institute has given an unconditional amount of care and support to patients and families worldwide. This is the best way to give back. Today, the Pan-Mass Challenge raises more money for charity than any other single athletic fundraising event in the country. Through the PMC, 100% of the proceeds funded go directly to DFCI and the Jimmy Fund, and last year alone, a record-breaking $63,000,000 was raised! That's sure a lot of cool research and treatment. Through my page specifically, 100% of the donations will go directly to the Lowe Center of Thoraic Oncology within Dana Farber, directed by Dr. Pasi Janne. My family and I are eternally grateful for everything this institute has done for us, and any donation would mean the world. I am beyond grateful to be able to ride in memory of my dad, and for everyone else battling or those who have fought.

Thank you so much for your support!