Coordinator Needed for 2012 PMC Medfield Kids Ride

The Pan Massachusetts Challenge is seeking a coordinator for its founding PMC Kids Ride. PMC Kids Rides are mini-bike-a-thons that engage young people in volunteerism, fitness and philanthropy.

Each spring, summer and fall more than 6,000 children ages three to 15 pedal their bikes up to 20 miles and raise $1 million for adult and pediatric cancer research and treatment at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute.

PMC Kids Ride coordinators are fully supported by PMC staff members who assist with event supplies, web support and media promotion. Coordinator responsibilities include, event logistics, connecting with local businesses for sponsorship opportunities, attracting riders and arranging a safe and family-friendly day for the community.

The original PMC Kids Ride sprouted as a grassroots effort in 1998 when 13 children rode around their Medfield neighborhood 25 times and raised $1,600 for the PMC. Throughout the past 13 years, PMC Kids Rides have continued to form throughout New England and beyond as parents and children invite neighbors with tricycles, training wheels, and two-wheelers to get involved.

Any individual or group interested in organizing the 2012 PMC Medfield Kids Ride should contact Sarah Mercurio at sarahmerc@pmc.org or (781) 449-5300 x 305 for more information and visit http://kids.pmc.org.