2024 BOSTON MARATHON

The 128th running of the Boston Marathon will be on April 15th, 2024. Through CharityTeams you can apply to run the race

bypassing the Qualifying standard through running and raising funds for a Charity partner.

Charity programs will open September 11th.

Learn more about each of our non profit teams below. For questions about applying, please go to our contact form.

Need a bib? Pick a charity below from the list. Learn about it and then fill out our contact form to get on our radar for 2024. Once the application process begins, you will be notified.

BYOB - Bring your own bib! Have a bib already into the 2024 Boston Marathon through Qualifying or an Invitational bib? We invite you to be part of the CharityTeams experience. Pick a charity team below and select "Registered runner - I have a bib."

You too can be part of our CharityTeams experience!

Be part of the fun and make your miles meaningful.

Our Program

Need Entry into the IN-PERSON 2024 Boston Marathon?

Applications for our charity program will open September 11, 2023.

If you are interested in applying, first visit and read our FAQ's page.

Charity Partners

Applications will open September 11th.

Learn more on our FAQ's page about applying.

Learn more about each charity by clicking each logo. If you are interested in applying, click the link to apply under each description.

26.2 Foundation - Team Inspire

The 26.2 Foundation is a non-profit 501(c)3 organization founded in 1996. Its mission is to promote and support the sport of marathoning, as well as health, wellness and economic development initiatives through strategic investments in innovative, multi-generational programs on local, regional, national and global levels. Currently, the 26.2 Foundation initiatives include the construction of the first woman statue on the Boston Marathon course of Bobbi Gibb and also the planning and construction of the International Marathon Center in Hopkinton. Application opening soon.

Boston Scores - Team Boston Scores!

Boston Scores Boston Scores helps urban youth build essential life skills and character through soccer and team-based enrichment programs. Boston Scores envisions a world where all youth feel a sense of belonging and achieve their full potential. Strong Body, Strong Mind, Strong Me! Apply here.

The Esplanade Association - Team Esplanade

The Esplanade Association is a 100% privately-funded nonprofit organization that works to revitalize and enhance the Charles River Esplanade, sustain its natural green space, and build community in the park by providing educational, cultural, and recreational programs for everyone. Working in collaboration with the Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation, the Esplanade Association is dedicated to improving the experiences of the millions of visitors who enjoy Boston’s iconic riverside park. Apply here.

The MEB Foundation - Team MEB

Foundation of Boston Marathon Champion Meb Keflezighi

Maintaining Excellent Balance in all things empowering youth through sports and fitness, specifically running. Apply here.

The New England Patriots Charitable Foundation

Supporting the mission of volunteerism in our community through awarding small non profits grants to kickstart their efforts.

Apply here.

TB12 Foundation - Team TB12 (Tom Brady)

The TB12 Foundation is a non-profit organization dedicated to helping athletes improve longevity, prevent injury and stay on the field, court, track or course doing what they love better and for longer. Application opening soon.

Team Hoyt - The Hoyt Foundation

Hoyt Foundation aspires to build the individual character, self-confidence and self-esteem of America’s disabled young people through inclusion. Open to all runners. Apply now.

Boston Public Library - Team BPL

The Boston Public Library is a facility for all. It serves people of all ages and it is a resource in our community for thousands of students who go to school in Boston. It is a museum, educational facility, event space and sanctuary for those who love to relax, read, connect and learn. There are hundreds of programs each year that are offered to anyone who wants to enjoy them. Apply here.

Lingzi Foundation - Team Lingzi

Lingzi Lu was a Chinese exchange student at Boston University. She passed away in the marathon bombing. The Lingzi Foundation provides educational opportunities for courageous and ambitious students and supports organizations that recognize those making a positive impact toward building bridges between cultures and communities. Apply here.

New England Dairy Council - The Moo Squad

For nearly 100 years, the Dairy Council worked in five New England states to celebrate all things dairy—farming, food, nutrition, and wellness. New England Dairy works closely with schools throughout New England to provide breakfast grants for kids in need.

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Military Friends Foundation

Military Friends Foundation offers grant programs and community empowerment events in support of families who have faced hardships related to military service. Opening soon.

Boston Athletic Academy

The mission of Boston Athletic Academy (BAA) is to educate and train underprivileged student-athletes in an environment that recognizes their culture, language, customs, and most importantly their growth potential as individuals. Apply here.

InnerCity Weightlifting - Team ICW NEW!

InnerCity Weightlifting’s (ICW) mission is to amplify the voice and agency of people most impacted by systemic racism and mass incarceration. Apply here.

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DetecTogether - Team DetecTogether

Teaching people how to detect cancer early. Apply here.

Urban League of Eastern Massachusetts - Team ULEM

The mission of the Urban League of Eastern Massachusetts is to enable adults in Eastern MA to overcome racial, social barriers, economic inequities, sexual and domestic violence to employment and economic development opportunities. Opening soon.

The Bill Belichick Foundation - Team Belichick

The Bill Belichick Foundation aims to provide coaching, mentorship, and financial support to individuals, communities, and organizations. Focusing on football and lacrosse, its mission is to bring the values of the Belichick family – a love of sports, coaching and team building – to the athletic leaders of tomorrow. Apply here.

The Brain Aneurysm Foundation - Team BA

To promote early detection of brain aneurysms by providing knowledge and raising awareness of the signs, symptoms and risk factors. Work with the medical communities to provide support networks for patients and families, as well as to further research that will improve patient outcomes and save lives..Apply here.

Cam Neely Foundation - Team Neely

Our mission is to provide comfort, support and hope to cancer patients and their families Apply here. - Wait list only.

David Ortiz Children's Fund - Team Papi

Providing children's life saving heart surgeries. Apply here.

Doc Wayne - Team Doc Wayne

Doc Wayne Youth Services, Inc.

Our mission is to fuse sport and therapy to heal and strengthen at-risk youth. Apply here.

Dreamfar High School - Dreamfar Team

Dreamfar High School - “We teach students that they can do hard things, like run marathons” Application opening soon.

Fisher House of Boston - Team Fisher House

Helping veterans and military families. Apply here.

Gronk Nation Youth Foundation - Gronk's Team

Providing grants for equipment to youth and school sports programs in need. Help us build a playground on the Esplanade in Boston! Apply here.

Camp Casco - NEW!

Camp Casco provides free summer camps and community-building programs for kids diagnosed with cancer and their families

Apply here!

Joe Andruzzi Foundation - Team JAF

Providing help, hope, and a reason to smile, for New England cancer patients and their families by giving financial assistance to those battling cancer. Apply here.

Joseph Middlemiss Big Heart Foundation - Team Big Heart

Spreading kindness, empowering children and funding pediatric cardiomyopathy research. Application opening soon.

Journey Forward - Team Journey Forward

Helping those who suffer from with spinal cord injuries through intensive physical therapy. Apply here.

Lazarus House - Team Hunger Strikers

Homelessness and transitional housing for individuals and families. Application opening soon.

Last Call Foundation - Team LCF

Provides funding, education and research to advance the safety needs of firefighters. Application opening soon.

Light Foundation - Team Speed of Light

The Light Foundation – a non-profit organization that exists to give at-risk kids a better chance at leading healthy lives by using the great outdoors to learn and grow. Apply here.

Mass Down Syndrome Congress - Team MDSC

Promoting acceptance and inclusion of those who have Down syndrome. Apply here.

One Mission - Team One Mission

Doing whatever it takes to get kids through cancer. Apply here.

Pedro Martinez Foundation - Team Pedro

Helping children in underserved communities.

Application opening soon.

Peer Health Exchange

Peer Health Exchange's mission is to empower young people with the knowledge, skills, and resources to make healthy decisions.