Fun Facts about the PMC

Well, OK, maybe not FUN, but important facts.

• The PMC began in 1980, and since that time it has raised more than $200 Million for the Jimmy Fund
• Through the 1990s, the PMC contributed between 92 to 99 cents of rider-raised dollar
• The PMC attracted 5,100 cycling fundraisers from 36 states and 10 countries in 2007.
• There are now seven PMC routes which cover 360 miles of infrastructure and travel through 46 cities and towns in Massachusetts. The PMC also covers a fair number of hills.
• In 2007, the PMC raised $33 Million for the Jimmy Fun - more than twice the amount ever raised for charity by any other athletic fundraising event
• In 2007, 100% of rider-raised funds went directly to Dana-Farber, illustrating how lean-running the PMC is. More bang for your charity buck. No rider-raised dollars paid for the electricity to run the offices, or for ink or toner for the printers or copiers. No salaries are paid out of the funds we raise. No fuel for support vehicles. None of that icy hot I used so much of. No massages, food, water. Nothing. Nada. How?
• Presenting sponsors, Boston Red Sox Foundation, Overstock.com and Covidien, along with 200 other corporate sponsors, underwrite the cost of producing the event and provide in-kind contributions of goods and services. In addition, 2,500 volunteers work throughout the year and during PMC weekend, fulfilling many roles that are typically paid position