Dear Friends and Family,

This August I will be riding in the Pan-Mass Challenge (PMC), a 89 mile bike ride from Wellesley, MA to Bourne, MA. This will be my 11th time riding in PMC. Each year the PMC is able to raise tens of millions of dollars to support advancements in cancer research and treatment at Dana Farber Cancer institute.

All of us have seen the terrible effects cancer can have, whether personally or through a loved one. It is a disease that affects us all. While we have all seen the suffering and loss caused by cancer, not all of us have seen the incredible good work the doctors, nurses, social workers, and volunteers are doing day in and day out at Dana Farber. After having bone tumors removed in 2014 and 2017, I have been able to see all of the good Dana Farber does first hand. Every six months I get to see how hard everyone at Dana Farber works to help the hundreds of patients that walk through their doors each day. It is their dedication that continues to inspire me to raise money to support future cancer research. With our help they can continue to push the boundaries of medicine until the day a cure is found.

Since 1980 the PMC has raised millions of dollars a year for cancer research and treatment at Dana-Farber Cancer institute through the Jimmy Fund. in 2024 the PMC surpassed $1 Billion rasied since its inception. Cancer treatement has come a long way over the years, but there is still a lot of work to be done.

Dana-Farber is a special place and a cause worth supporting, which is why I have committed to a goal of raising $4,000. To donate towards my ride please send a check payable to the Pan-Massachusetts Challenge, or donate online through the link below. As every dollar is important, please check with your employer to see if they match donations.

Thank you in advance for your support, generosity, and caring.

Sincerely,

Tyler O’Regan