Boston Marathon Charity Program Expands to Record 215 Organizations for 2027 — image accompanying Marathon Handbook's report. Image accompanying Marathon Handbook’s report; reduced and presented for news commentary with the attributed report. View the complete source report.
The Boston Athletic Association announced 215 charities for the 2027 race, surpassing previous years. Applications opened Monday and close Friday. Runners must meet the time standard to qualify.
The charities, ranging from hospitals to sports teams, will recruit participants. The B.A.A. sets no fundraising minimum, leaving it to the charities. Some ask for $10,000 or more. Read more culture coverage.
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What should runners know about Boston Marathon Charity Program Expands to Record 215 Organizations for 2027?
The Boston Marathon's charity program will include 215 nonprofits in 2027, the most ever. The Boston Athletic Association announced 215 charities for the 2027 race, surpassing previous years. Applications opened Monday and close Friday. Runners must meet the time standard to qualify.
When did Runner World publish this culture brief?
Runner World published this brief on September 16, 2026. The underlying Marathon Handbook report was dated September 16, 2026.
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