Dedham Residents Ride in Annual Pan-Mass Challenge This Weekend

On August 3 and 4, 19 residents from Dedham will participate in the 34th annual Pan-Mass Challenge (PMC).

The goal of the challenge is to raise $38 million to support adult and pediatric patient care and cancer research at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute through the Jimmy Fund. 

Many PMC participants ride in honor of a family member or friend lost to, or is being treated for cancer.

“It’s a powerful and emotional weekend for everyone involved,” Billy Starr, Pan-Mass Challenge founder and executive director said. “From the cyclists, to volunteers, staff and family and friends along the route, the PMC unifies 10,000 people for one weekend to make a difference and raise funds to eradicate cancer.”

Since 1980, the PMC was able to raise $375 million for adult and pediatric cancer research and patient care at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, and they give 100 percent of the money raised directly to Dana-Farber and the Jimmy Fund. In 2012, the PMC raised $37 million.

To become a virtual rider, or make a financial contribution to a rider from Dedham, visit www.pmc.org, or call (800) WE-CYCLE. Checks can be made payable to PMC, 77 Fourth Ave., Needham, Mass. 02494.

Here is a list of the riders from Dedham who will be participating with their gift IDs: