23 Years. Thousands of Miles. One Goal: END CANCER
Join Me in the 2025 Pan-Mass Challenge!
Dear friends,
This August, I’m proud to ride in my 23rd consecutive Pan-Mass Challenge, cycling from
Boston to Cape Cod to raise critical funds for Dana-Farber Cancer Institute. That’s 23 years
of showing up, pedaling hard, and believing we can beat cancer—together.
Over the years, I’ve logged more than 4,300 official PMC miles, and over 11,500 training
miles across the U.S.—from the hills of San Francisco to the canyons of Nevada, and even a
few hotel gyms in Texas and Massachusetts. Every mile I ride carries meaning. This ride is
about more than distance—it’s about impact.
Why I Ride
I ride in honor of my amazing parents, Rita and Joseph Medeiros. Rita, with her creativity and
spark. Joseph, with his charm and strength. Even while battling colon cancer, they both gave
their time and energy to support the PMC mission.
I ride for my Aunt Marge, who bravely faced pancreatic cancer.
And I ride in celebration of my dear friends Tara and Kathleen, two fierce, inspiring women who have fought—and beaten—breast cancer with strength, grace, and unshakable determination. Their journeys are a powerful reminder of why this cause matters.
I also ride for the many friends and families touched by brain, skin, blood, throat, and other cancers. Sadly, we all know someone. But that’s why we ride—so that someday, no one has to hear the words “you have cancer.”
Why the PMC Matters
The Pan-Mass Challenge is a fundraising powerhouse. 100% of rider-raised dollars go directly
to Dana-Farber Cancer Institute. That money supports cutting-edge research and life-saving
clinical trials—breakthroughs that are changing lives around the world.
In the past decade alone, incredible progress has been made. But we’re not there yet—and we
need your help to keep pushing forward.
How You Can Help
I know we all have causes close to our hearts—but if you’re able to make room for this one, I
would be deeply grateful. Every donation counts, no matter the size. You;re not just supporting
me—you’re helping move us closer to a world without cancer.
To learn more about the Pan-Mass Challenge, visit www.pmc.org.
Thank you for being part of this journey. With your support, we’re riding closer to a world without
cancer.
With hearts and hugs,
Rosemary
Ways to Donate
Please donate to my PMC ride with one of the following links:
CLICK HERE TO MAKE A DONATION IN ANY AMOUNT to donate any other amount
Fidelity Donor Advised Fund: The PMC supports DAF Direct to designate PMC riders for a charitable gift Click here to support my ride with a gift from your Fidelity Donor Advised Fund.
Donate by Check: if you prefer to write a check, please make it out to the PMC, The Jimmy Fund or Dana-Farber Cancer Institute and add my rider number to the memo section.
Employer Matching Gift Program- ask your Human Resources department for a form and follow the process for matches.
To learn more about the Pan-Mass Challenge, please visit www.pmc.org.
