Katelynn's Ride
Sunday, June 6, 2010
All-day event
Hampshire College
Amherst, Massachusetts
From the casual rider to the cycling enthusiast, Katelynn's Ride offers something for everyone.
In 2009, 274 riders pedaled their way through Katelynn's Ride. This family cycling event continued its tradition of going the distance in fundraising by bringing in more than $146,000 for cancer research and patient care at Dana-Farber. The 2009 event included cyclists from all over New England, ranging in age from 6 to 71.
Held in memory of 11-year old Katelynn Battista, who lost her battle with cancer in 1997, the ride starts and ends at Hampshire College in Amherst, Mass. Katelynn's Ride falls under the umbrella of the Pan-Massachusetts Challenge (PMC) and offers four different route options ranging from 10 to 100 miles. A post-ride celebration, complete with a barbecue and live entertainment, follows the ride.
Katelynn's Ride has succeeded in raising more than $1.2 million dollars to benefit the Jimmy Fund and Dana-Farber Cancer Institute. Please join Dan, Kim, Steven, and the Battista Family as they again share Katelynn's courage in the fight against cancer.
"Nothing is ever too hard to do, if your faith is strong and your purpose is true." — Katelynn Battista, age 11
For more information:
Web site: www.kride.org
Sponsors
Benefit concert Web site: www.summerstateofmind.com
