Boston Marathon 2027
Apply, Urban League Eastern MA
The Urban League of Eastern Massachusetts empowers African American adults and other underserved communities to achieve economic independence and social equality. Through job training, career advancement, digital education, financial coaching, and advocacy, it helps people overcome systemic barriers and build lasting stability. Every mile supports a more equitable region where talent and ambition have room to flourish.
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What a charity bib with Urban League Eastern MA involves
The Urban League of Eastern Massachusetts empowers African American adults and other underserved communities to achieve economic independence and social equality. Through job training, career advancement, digital education, financial coaching, and advocacy, it helps people overcome systemic barriers and build lasting stability. Every mile supports a more equitable region where talent and ambition have room to flourish.
The fundraising commitment
- Charity entry (you need a bib)
- $15,000 minimum
- Already registered (you have a bib)
- $3,000 minimum
- International runners
- $15,000 minimum
Milestones on the way
- January 1, 2027$5,000
- February 1, 2027$7,000
- March 1, 2027$9,000
- April 15, 2027Full commitment
Your donors give straight to Urban League Eastern MA 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 Urban League Eastern MA’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. Urban League Eastern MA 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 Urban League Eastern MA’s name.