The Prouty: Supporting Cancer Research and Care

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The Prouty is an annual fundraising event that benefits the Dartmouth Cancer Center, a National Cancer Institute-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center located in New Hampshire. Launched in 1982 by a group of nurses in honor of a patient named Audrey Prouty, the event began as a cycling challenge and has since grown into the largest charitable athletic event in northern New England.

Now in its 44th year, The Prouty offers a variety of activities, including cycling routes of various distances, walking and rowing events, golf tournaments, and a two-day endurance option known as the Prouty Ultimate. In 2025, the event will also include gravel and mountain bike rides to accommodate a wider range of participants.

The main event is scheduled for July 12, 2025, in Hanover, New Hampshire. Organizers have set a fundraising goal of $10 million. Contributions are being matched dollar-for-dollar by the Jack & Dorothy Byrne Foundation.

Since its inception, The Prouty has raised more than $68 million. These funds support cancer research as well as patient services such as transportation assistance, support groups, nutrition programs, and integrative therapies.

In addition to the Hanover gathering, a Community Day & Walk in southern New Hampshire raises funds specifically for local patient needs. The 2025 goal for that event is $200,000, earmarked for services like grocery and gas gift cards.

70 Year Old Cancer Survivor Bikes 12,000 Miles for Charity

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Bob Lee is preparing for a solo, 12, 000 mile bike ride down the West Coast of the U.S. in an effort to raise both money and awareness for cancer, ALS research and hospice care programs.

The 70-year old cancer survivor discussed his upcoming challenge:

“The most challenging leg of my ride is asking for donations. We are off to a great start with the generous sponsors and matching fund mechanisms already in place but we need to accelerate our ‘call-to-action’; we need friends to donate now before I saddle up.

I’m not a ‘biker’ and I am not fundraiser, I am more of a peddler with a passion to help conquer disease and support those living with life-threatening illnesses,” Lee said. “This is a purpose-driven ride. The people fighting cancer and ALS, the hospice nurses, and all of the people who are collaborating with me on these rides- they are the ones who give me pedal power.”

The West Coast ride is the third and final part of Lee’s solo charity bicycle ride, which covers the perimeter of the United States. He hopes to raise $1 million once he crosses the finish line over the Mexican border. All donations will support three charities: the American Cancer Society, the Les Turner ALS Foundation, and the National Hospice Foundation.