I am honored and excited to participate in the Pan-Mass Challenge (PMC) this August, committing to ride 163 miles from Wellesley to Provincetown over two days with a personal goal of raising $6,000 in support of Dana-Farber Cancer Institute.

In 2022, I first learned about this event while cycling the same route with the Outdoors Club at Northeastern University, which coincided with the PMC. The incredible energy from the riders and the stories I learned from survivors—participating, volunteering, and cheering along the ride—who were given the opportunity of more time with their loved ones through proper treatments and advancing cancer research left a lasting impression on me.

Since then, the story of PMC has become deeply personal. Three months after the 2022 ride, my grandma was diagnosed with stage IV lung cancer, and up until late 2024, my grandpa courageously battled stomach cancer alongside other complications before he left us.

Sadly, my family's story is not unique—cancer has touched far too many of us. That’s why I am incredibly grateful to PMC and the Bain Capital team for providing this platform to support, honor, and remember the real heroes—those who have fought cancer and the families who have stood by them.

PMC is the largest athletic fundraiser in the U.S., having raised over $1 billion since 1980. 100% of rider-raised funds go directly to Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, making up 66% of the Jimmy Fund’s annual revenue and directly advancing cancer research and patient care.

Any contribution, big or small, is deeply appreciated. Thank you so much for your time and consideration. Together, we can make a difference!

Serena