Hi friends,

This August, for the second time, I am riding 163 miles in the Pan-Mass Challenge, and this year, the mission feels more urgent than ever. With significant cuts to government funding for science, the research that saves lives is facing a critical gap.

I'm riding with Team F.L.A.M.E.S. because we directly address this challenge. For 25 years, our team—including Dana-Farber doctors and researchers—has funded projects that are often too innovative for traditional grant cycles. This support allows scientists to fast-track clinical trials and get cutting-edge treatments to patients sooner. 100% of your donation fuels this work.

My commitment to this cause is deeply personal. Not only do I have friends and family currently battling this disease, but as an older parent hoping to live a long and healthy life, cancer looms. The statistics are a call to action: an estimated 1 in 2 men and 1 in 3 women in the United States will develop cancer during their lifetime. Ensuring that researchers have the resources to change these odds is the most tangible way to create a healthier future for all of us.

I've set a personal goal to raise $7,000 to support this vital work. Your contribution will ensure that progress doesn't stall due to a lack of funding.

I know you have many choices when it comes to charitable giving, and I truly appreciate you considering this one. Will you join me in fueling the next generation of cancer treatments? Your donations will make a very tangible difference. Every single dollar, any amount, means a lot.