Buy Bond’s Book to Bump Up Donations to Pan Ohio Hope Ride Participants

In 1992 Jim Bond was diagnosed with advanced-stage multiple myeloma and learned that he might have just a few months to live. Thanks to groundbreaking ACS-funded research and the Pan Ohio Hope Ride, Jim defied all odds. More than 30 years and 3 cancers later, he continues to be a beacon of hope in the fight against cancer. 

Author donates back to POHR Participant Fundraisers

During the pandemic, Jim captured his story in a book he titled “The Man in the Arena: Surviving Multiple Myeloma Since 1992.” Now he’s using this book to help POHR participants reach their fundraising goals to support cancer patients by generously donating back to any participant who purchases a copy or encourages others to do so. 

• Purchase the book and invite others to buy a copy at available retailers, such as Amazon.
• Email a copy of the receipt (photo, screenshot, or pdf) to PanOhioInfo@cancer.org, referencing the name of the referring POHR participant, and Jim will donate the purchase price back to the participant’s Pan Ohio fundraising!
• Promotion runs from now (May 8, 2023) through August 25, 2023. Purchases made by July 14 will be credited prior to the start of the 2023 event; those made after July 14 will be credited by the close of fundraising on August 31.

About Jim and Kathleen’s Story

In “The Man in the Arena,” Jim talks about the events leading up to his diagnosis, the medical team and treatments that helped him survive and thrive after his cancer diagnosis, and how the American Cancer Society saved his life, twice!

He shares the history of the Pan Ohio Hope Ride – from the first spark of an idea early in Jim’s treatment through its growth as a fundraising dynamo – and explains how anyone can train and ride 328 miles in 4 days, even if they’re not already a cyclist. And, of course, he shares personal anecdotes of hope, love, inspiration, support, and encouragement. 

These days Jim and Kathleen continue to work relentlessly to inspire and encourage cancer patients, caregivers, and supporters through fundraising efforts, advocacy, and speaking engagements.