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Run the 2026 Boston Marathon!

April 20, 2026

Run the 130th Boston Marathon for Next Step on Monday, April 20, 2026! This year we were awarded 5 bibs through the Bank of America Marathon Official Charity Program. The fundraising minimum to join Team Next Step is $13,000.

YOUR IMPACT

This historic race is more than just a run for Next Step—it’s a chance to make a life-changing impact. By joining our team, you’ll help teens and young adults living with serious illnesses connect with their community, gain the self-advocacy skills needed to navigate complex adult healthcare, and build the confidence to see a future where their illness does not define them or limit their goals. Our young people can attend Next Step programs at no cost to them or their family because of amazing volunteers like you. You truly are changing lives by running with Team Next Step.

QUESTIONS?

Contact Alice Sich, Next Step Events and Operations Coordinator, if you have any questios

Click here to read stories from Team Next Step

Click here to watch young people talk about their Next Step Experience

2026 Boston Marathon Application

Fill out the form below if you are ready to commit to running the 130th Boston Marathon for Next Step! Filling out this form does not guarantee you a spot on Team Next Step.

Name(Required)
Address(Required)
Singlet size(Required)
Charity runners are required to finish the Boston Marathon within 6 hours. Will you be able to complete this marathon within 6 hours?(Required)
Does your employer offer matching gifts for your marathon donations?(Required)
Attach a photo of you training for the race or running a past race.(Required)
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Runner Release Waiver and Fundraising Agreement(Required)
Runner signature(Required)
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