Check Presentation Benefits Mercy’s Sister Caritas Cancer Center
December 4, 2025Categories: Events
As a former patient, Bob Alves has long been a supporter of the Sister Caritas Center at Mercy Medical Center. For the past 13 years, he has sponsored the “Wicked in Pink” Motorcycle Run to show his thanks for the care he received.
Wicked in Pink organizer Bob Alves (holding check) with members of his team and Mercy leaders.
The annual event draws hundreds of motorcycle enthusiasts who follow a route from locations in Southwick to Feeding Hills. Riders, who typically don their best pink outfits, often participate year after year.
Held in October, the most recent “Wicked in Pink” Motorcycle Run was a huge success, drawing hundreds of riders and participants. The event raised $10,000 for the Sister Caritas Cancer Center’s Patient Services Fund. Alves presented the check to Mercy leaders during the recent “Gift of Light” Christmas tree lighting ceremony at Mercy. Sister Mary Caritas, SP, for whom the cancer center is named, thanked Bob for his support and underscored the importance of the Patient Services Fund that assists cancer patients who may be struggling to pay for medication or finding transportation for treatment.