I am honored to be participating in my 17th year of Pelotonia, and my commitment to this mission has never been stronger. Pelotonia's work in advancing cancer research is profoundly important-and is extremely personal for me.

As a survivor myself, I have been blessed and spared a heartbreaking prognosis. But cancer has taken so much from my family: people I love, precious time together, and memories we will never get to share. I live daily with the emotions of anger, sadness, and grief, but I remain hopeful. As my sister Melisa continues her courageous Stage IV fight, I ride with hope that she has a better chance-- for a better future--than both of our parents, whom we have already lost to this disease.

My goal this year is to raise $5,010.00, which will bring my lifelong fundraising to $30,000.

I hope you'll consider helping me reach this milestone, as every donation moves us closer to better treatments, better outcomes, and ultimately, a cure.

From the bottom of my heart, thank you for supporting this mission and standing with me.

Melana