Bank of America Employee Joins Fundraiser for Yale Cancer Center in Honor of Father’s Care
A Bank of America employee, Steven Solecki, is participating in the "Closer to Free Ride" fundraiser for Yale Cancer Center and Smilow Cancer Hospital. This year's ride is particularly meaningful for Solecki as his father recently received care at Smilow…
Hartford & New Haven, CT, September 4, 2026 — Steven Solecki, an employee of Bank of America, is participating in the annual “Closer to Free Ride” fundraiser. This event supports Yale Cancer Center and Smilow Cancer Hospital, institutions dedicated to cancer research and patient care.
The fundraiser is described as particularly meaningful for Solecki this year. His personal connection to the cause stems from his father’s recent treatment at Smilow Cancer Hospital for glioblastoma, a form of brain cancer.
Solecki’s involvement in the “Closer to Free Ride” combines his professional role with his deeply personal experience. The event aims to raise funds and awareness for cancer-related initiatives. The specific amount Solecki is fundraising, or any details regarding his participation beyond joining the ride, were not provided in the available summary.
Smilow Cancer Hospital is part of the Yale New Haven Health System, and Yale Cancer Center is one of 71 institutions in the United States designated by the National Cancer Institute as a comprehensive cancer center. The “Closer to Free Ride” is a significant annual event for the organization, drawing support from the community and beyond.
The summary did not provide information on the date of the ride, the total amount raised, or the specific roles of other participants. Solecki’s participation highlights the personal motivations that often drive individuals to support charitable causes, particularly when they have been directly impacted by the services provided.
Story summarized from the original created by Kyle Jones on www.nbcconnecticut.com, see more information here.
