It's that time of year again! On August 3rd and 4th I will ride my bike 162 miles from Wellesley to Provincetown joining thousands of cyclists participating in the Pan-Mass Challenge. As I’m sure you know, the PMC is an annual bike ride that raises funds for cancer research and care at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute in Boston, recognized as one of the top three cancer centers in the world. I have committed to raising $6,000 to help the PMC reach its unprecedented annual goal of $75 million. This year, the PMC will surpass a huge milestone - it will reach ONE BILLION in total dollars raised - all going directly to conquering cancer.
The PMC is this country's largest athletic fundraiser - it has raised $972 million since its launch in 1980 when Billy Starr organized the first ride with 36 riders and 10 volunteers. It has grown since then to become Dana-Farber's largest single contributor. Because every dollar matters, 100 percent of your donation goes directly to Dana-Farber.
I am proud to ride with my friend Deirdre on Team Duncan, named in honor and memory of her sister Duncan Finigan who was a healthy wife, mother, sister, friend, and colleague when she was diagnosed with stage 4 breast cancer in 2014. After her diagnosis, Duncan participated in the PMC four times and lived every day like it was her last until she lost her courageous battle in 2019. Duncan was a strong and passionate advocate of breast cancer awareness and research who began Project Pink at her former company Oofos, a recovery footwear brand. Oofos has since donated over $4 million to Dana-Farber from Project Pink donations. For more on Duncan’s inspiring story and the remarkable difference she continues to make, please check out oofos.com/pages/project-pink-new
To donate to my ride, please visit pmc.org and click on the red “donate” button to search for my name. You can also visit my instagram page (traceyfinch) and click the link in my bio. Thank you in advance for any support - together we will make a difference! Wishing you a safe and happy summer!
