On July 25, I'm traveling to Southampton, MA to ride in the sixth annual JAM Fund Grand Fundo, an event aimed at helping lower the financial barriers met by young cyclists seeking to enter the sport.

Founded in 2003 by Jeremy Powers, Alec Donahue and Mukunda Feldman, the JAM Fund program has recently produced the likes of Cannondale cyclocross pro Stephen Hyde and U23 cyclocross national champion Ellen Noble.

With your help, the organization will be able to continue their legacy of developing top-tier talent to fill our sport's next generation. Please consider that all donations are tax-deductible.

For more information on the JAM Fund and the Grand Fundo, visit http://www.jamcycling.org/. Thank you!

JAM is a registerd 501c3 organization created in 2003 by Jeremy Powers, Alec Donahue and Mukunda Feldman, good friends brought together through their passion for cycling. JAM's mission is to help motivated, young cyclists to reach their potential on and off the bike, while helping remove the financial barriers that can limit success. We accomplish this through close mentoring, volunteering and engagement in the cycling community. We distribute grants to young riders who show interest, determination and desire to be their best. It is also our goal to showcase the incredible cycling that the Pioneer Valley offers. Every dollar raised through the Grand Fundo goes directly to the JAM Fund's development program. By becoming a fundraiser, your contribution will help us continue to make an impact and help the riders fulfill their dreams. Thank you, and we look forward to seeing you at the Grand Fundo!