On June 14th, I will be pedaling my way through the pioneer valley to raise money for Bikes Fight Cancer. 

When I ride, my dad is with me. I lost him to cancer. And I'm still so angry and sad about that. Yet, my dad's indomitable joy, curiosity, and ability to live fully stay with me. If you knew my dad, you know he was always looking to connect with people - ever curious, making connections, uplifting. He wrote in his journal that he had always tried to be kind and inclusive. So, I ride for those values. I ride along so many people, admidst a beautiful backdrop. I'm embracing being alive, as my dad did.

Bikes Fight Cancer is a volunteer-run organization, so 100% of rider-raised funds go directly to cancer programs in the region. 

This year, Bikes Fight Cancer is raising money for the Mass General Cancer Center at Cooley Dickinson Hospital (where my dad was treated!), the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute(where my dad was diagnosed), the Center for Human Development’s Cancer House of Hope, Northampton’s Cancer Connection (provided us with services during the cancer journey -- massages and reiki for my dad, a comforting haven for us) and Camp Rising Sun in Colebrook, Connecticut.

100% of all rider raised funds will support valuable cancer care services to patients, families and caregivers as well as funding hospitals focused on advancing cancer research.

LOVE BIKES. HATE CANCER.

Bikes Fight Cancer uses our love of bikes to raise funds for valuable cancer research, care and services to lessen the burden of a cancer diagnosis.

Through athletic events like our Bikes Fight Cancer Charity Ride, Powered by Valley Solar,  we aim to empower a community to participate, donate, and fundraise in the fight against cancer. 

Mail In Donations:
Make checks payable to: Bikes Fight Cancer

Bikes Fight Cancer
255 Park St.
Easthampton, MA 01027

• Mona Scott donated $100.00 June 14, 2025 ... "Lindsey’s father was spouse . We’d been together 51 years. I miss him still."
• Sue Childs donated $100.00 June 13, 2025 ... "For Tony and you, Lindsey, for carrying on his love and kindness!"
• Kathy Rothschild donated $100.00 June 12, 2025 ... "n honor of my brother Tony, I'm contributing to raise awareness for cancer—a cause that means so much to me. This is one small way to carry "
• anonymous donated $100.00 June 11, 2025 ... "Love and best wishes for a safe ride."
• Susan and Jim donated $100.00 June 11, 2025 ... "You describe exactly the Tony we knew and loved - and still love!"
• JAN donated $50.00 June 13, 2025 ... "RIDE LINZ RIDE"
• Dan O'Rourke & Maria Catalfio donated $50.00 June 13, 2025 ... "As fellow bike riders we love this idea. We will be thinking of you and Tony. May your legs and lungs be as strong as your heart !"
• Mary donated $50.00 June 12, 2025 ... "Wishing you a tailwind"
• Maureen Sheahan & Al Cholger donated $50.00 June 11, 2025 ... "This is such a good thing for you to do! We are happy to support you and remember Tony for the wonderful person he was. "
• Michael Funke and Kathryn Wood donated $50.00 June 11, 2025 ... "Lindsey, Thanks for the opportunity to support you in this cause that allows us to remember Tony Rothschild--the Best Hacker Ever!"
• The Daly family donated $25.00 June 11, 2025 ... "Proud of you, Lindsey! "
• Laurie and David donated $25.00 June 11, 2025 ... "Tony’s spirit lives in each of us. Have a great ride!"