Gran Fondo Five
My family has been deeply affected by cancer. Eleven years ago, my Dad and Grandmother passed away from cancer within a month of each other. Five years ago, my Grandfather succumb to the same terrible disease. Again, this year I will be riding the Gran Fondo in their memory for the seventh year in a row.
Most of us have known people who have personally fought the battle against cancer. Through modern treatments and much grace, some have survived. Others have not. The MSU Gran Fondo is my opportunity to get some skin in the game and provide hope for more than 3.5 million people in the U.S. expected to be diagnosed with skin cancer this year.
Funds raised from the Michigan State University College of Human Medicine Gran Fondo support skin cancer awareness, prevention and research at MSU. These dollars are funding pilot studies – investigative, next-step research that tests findings and enables a scientific study to continue.
On June 22, 2019, the streets of West Michigan will be paved with good intentions. And here’s where I need your help. I’ve made a commitment to make the MSU Gran Fondo much more than a ride. My hope is that you will join me in supporting a mission that is more than skin deep. 100% of every dollar raised goes directly to support skin cancer awareness, prevention and research at MSU. Together we can make a difference. Thank you!
