On September 6, 2025, HLRCC proudly participated in the 15th Annual Closer to Free Ride as part of the Smilow Waterbury “Rays of Hope” team, joining hundreds of riders in support of cancer research and patient care at Smilow Cancer Hospital and Yale Cancer Center. Our very own Deborah Parkinson, Interim Executive Director/Operations Director, participated in the event.
Thanks to the dedication of our riders and the generosity of donors, the team helped raise $37,499 toward our goal of $50,000—funds that will directly support programs and research aimed at improving the lives of cancer patients and their families.
We extend a heartfelt thank you to everyone who rode, donated, or cheered on the team (some are pictured below).
