Pan-Mass Challenge 2023
For the sixth consecutive year, Bay State Physical Therapy (BSPT) proudly serves as the Official Physical Therapy Partner of the Pan- Mass Challenge (PMC). Through our role as the Official Physical Therapy Partner, tireless fundraising by our own PMC riding team, and the generous support of our corporate sponsors, Bay State Physical Therapy has contributed over $256,000 to PMC’s support of Dana-Farber Cancer Institute.
Our Corporate Sponsors
We’d like to especially thank our 2023 Corporate Sponsors for their contribution to our fundraising efforts!
Our Returning Riders
Cara Gaziano, PT, DPT
Lead Physical Therapist at Bay State Physical Therapy, Weymouth
“I always dreamed of riding myself, and when I joined BSPT and my work friends were signing up, I decided to as well. I support the PMC because my sister lost her battle with cancer. I want anyone who has fought cancer or is still fighting to know there is hope for finding a cure.”
Erin Doherty
Marketing Manager of Cypress Health Partners Corporate Resource Center
“I am riding PMC to show my support to all of the individuals and families who are battling cancer. I am incredibly proud this year to ride for our Pedal Partners Celia and Matilda and for those in my life who show incredible strength each and every day during the fight. “
Jill Simon, PT, DPT
Physical Therapist at Bay State Physical Therapy, Chelmsford
“I am riding in the PMC because the research and care provided by the Dana Faber Cancer Institute can save lives!”
Lexi Windwer, PT, DPT
Managing Partner of Bay State Physical Therapy, Braintree
“I ride for Celia (our Pedal Partner since 2022) because she has shown me what perseverance and optimism look like, and I am inspired every day as a person and in my career to strive for health and happiness.”
Sara Pesci
Talent Acquisition Specialist at Cypress Health Partners
“I am riding in the PMC because I truly believe in the work that Dana-Farber and Pan-Mass Challenge do to bring us all closer by the mile to finding a cure for cancer.”
Meet Our New Riders
Kara Alterio, PT, BS, DPT, OCS
Managing Partner of Bay State Physical Therapy, Brockton, Abington, East Bridgewater, and Randolph
“I ride in memory of my Aunt Carla Roland, Laurie J. Dewhurst, Annadell Jaczynski, Susie Elwood, Sophie Collins, in honor of my mother-a survivor, and to stop cancer from claiming the lives of our loved ones!”
Ken Nwosu, PT, DPT
Managing Partner of Bay State Physical Therapy, Huntington Ave, Roxbury Crossing (Whittier), and Roxbury (Dimock)
“I am riding in the PMC because I want to contribute physically and financially to pushing the needle in the fight against cancer, while also encouraging healthier lifestyles and communities. Additionally, I have participated in events for our pedal partner Celia in the past, but felt compelled to ride for her having a daughter the same age! Please help us meet our team goal!!! Thank you.”
Nick Rajotte, PT, DPT
Physical Therapist at Bay State Physical Therapy, Braintree
“I am riding for Celia, and all the pediatric cancer patients just like her. When I heard Celia’s story, I could not believe what this young lady has gone through. But I was more amazed by the way in which she carried herself day in and day out. Celia loves the beach, art, playing with toys, watching movies, and of course, bike riding. I can confidently say that she has inspired me and given me a perspective that will not only benefit my career as a Physical Therapist, but my life.”
Minerva Wasserman, PT, DPT
Physical Therapist at Bay State Physical Therapy, Braintree
“I am riding in the PMC because it is an incredible cause that truly makes a difference in cancer research; any small way I can be a part of that cause by supporting my team, cheering for our pedal partner, and putting in a little effort to bring awareness is worth every mile of practice.”
Brandon Ho
Spouse of teammate Jill Simon of Bay State Physical Therapy, Chelmsford
“I am riding in the PMC because I want to help make a difference in cancer research”
Brendon and Sarah Keinath
“This is our first year being part of the PMC. Our cousin John Judd, PT, DPT, is a part of the Bay State Physical Therapy organization. He told us about their outstanding PMC fundraising team and partnership with PMC. Our daughter Matilda is currently a patient at Dana Farber/Jimmy Fund, and walking through the PMC hallway there encouraged us to participate. We are inspired every day by the resiliency and toughness of Matilda. We are honored to ride for her and other patients like her who are under going treatment.”
Meet Our 2023 PMC Pedal Partners
The Pedal Partner Program offers an inspiring opportunity for pediatric oncology patients at Dana-Farber to be paired with PMC riders, who in turn cycle and raise funds for cancer research and treatment in their honor. In 2022, we had the privilege of being matched with PMC Pedal Partner, Celia Jan. In addition to being our Pedal Partner, Celia is also a patient at Bay State Physical Therapy, Braintree, where Lexi Windwer, PT, DPT, and PMC Riding Team member, is her physical therapist.
Celia is a sweet, caring, and courageous 5-year-old who was diagnosed with Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia in October 2020. Thanks largely to the Dana Farber Cancer Institute, her exceptional medical team, and the caring support of her family and loved ones, Celia defies the odds and flourishes. We could not be more excited to share that once again, in 2023, Celia will be the Pedal Partner of the Bay State Physical Therapy PMC Riding Team! In 2023, through fundraising and the gracious support of corporate sponsors, our PMC Riding Team has set a goal of raising $60,000 in Celia’s honor.
Matilda is a beautiful, kind 6-year-old girl currently a patient at Dana Farber/Jimmy Fund. Her parents, Sarah and Brendon, are riding for her in this year’s PMC as members of our Bay State Physical Therapy PMC Riding Team. Matilda loves arts & crafts, Hersey bars, and singing and dancing. Matilda’s parents shared, “Walking through the PMC hallway (at Dana-Farber/Jimmy Fund) encouraged us to participate. We are inspired every day by the resiliency and toughness of Matilda. We are honored to ride for her and other patients like her battling cancer.”
Our 2023 PMC Fundraising Efforts
OUR PMC Total
Presented by
$71,516.63
GOAL
$60,000.00
Donate To Our Ride!
The PMC is an annual bike-a-thon, drawing thousands of riders from more than 42 US states and 12 countries from around the globe. With 100% of all rider-raised funds donated to the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute (DCFI), the PMC has raised over $900 million since 1980.
