Boston Marathon 2027
Apply, Pedro Martinez Foundation
The Pedro Martinez Foundation creates brighter futures for children and families facing poverty in the Dominican Republic and the United States. Its programs address education, healthcare, nutrition, sports, personal development, and family stability so young people can break cycles of disadvantage. Every mile helps children gain the support and opportunity to realize their God-given potential.
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What a charity bib with Pedro Martinez Foundation involves
The Pedro Martinez Foundation creates brighter futures for children and families facing poverty in the Dominican Republic and the United States. Its programs address education, healthcare, nutrition, sports, personal development, and family stability so young people can break cycles of disadvantage. Every mile helps children gain the support and opportunity to realize their God-given potential.
The fundraising commitment
- Charity entry (you need a bib)
- $17,000 minimum
- Already registered (you have a bib)
- $5,000 minimum
- International runners
- $17,000 minimum
Milestones on the way
- January 1, 2027$6,000
- February 1, 2027$9,000
- March 1, 2027$13,000
- April 15, 2027Full commitment
Your donors give straight to Pedro Martinez Foundation through your GivenGain page. The BAA registration fee ($390 in January) is separate and paid by you.
What comes with the bib
- Guaranteed entry. No qualifying time and no lottery. Your place comes from Pedro Martinez Foundation’s official allocation.
- Coaching from CharityTeams. Max McGillivray and Patrick McMahon coach every team: a 20-week training plan, fundraising guidance, and answers when you need them.
- Group runs in Boston. Saturday runs from December out of the Lululemon store, plus the Superhero 17 in February and the Hop 21 in March.
- A fundraising page that works. Your GivenGain page, milestone check-ins, and donor receipts handled for you.
- A team singlet and a team that knows the course.
How it works
- 1. ApplyAbout you, your running, your fundraising plan. Pedro Martinez Foundation reviews every application itself.
- 2. Get your offerAccepted runners receive an entry offer by email and confirm their commitment.
- 3. Register in JanuaryWe walk you through BAA registration when it opens.
- 4. Race day, April 19, 2027Hopkinton to Boylston Street, wearing Pedro Martinez Foundation’s name.