Multiple running bibs in a collage

Thousands of runners. Thousands of reasons to run.

As the presenting partner of the 128th Boston Marathon®, Bank of America is proud to highlight this year’s marathoners who ran for a cause. You can still give through May 15th if you haven’t already – and our sincere thanks to all those who have supported these runners and their causes so far.
Cedric running on a track

ACHILLES INTERNATIONAL
There is no challenge too big

After losing both his legs in combat, Cedric knows all too well what overcoming adversity means. He has already completed several marathons, adding another Boston Marathon® to his list. Cedric participated to benefit Achilles International which helps transform the lives of people with disabilities through athletic programs and social connection.

Help Cedric’s cause
I lost both my legs in combat. But try telling my heart that.
Therese running in the woods

EVERY MOTHER COUNTS
Better maternity care for all moms

After being medevac’d from her home in remote Alaska, Therese delivered her daughter two months premature. The lifesaving care they received is what inspired Therese to run this year’s Boston Marathon® for Every Mother Counts so all women everywhere have access to quality maternity care.

Help Therese's cause
Runner’s bib that says Improving Maternal Health
Peter and Yusef running

SPECIAL OLYMPICS MASSACHUSETTS
Pushing so we can all marathon

When Peter is not working as a Merrill, Wealth Management Advisor, he’s training for marathons. And at age 71, Peter has completed over 70 marathons pushing rider athletes as a duo team. In this year’s Boston Marathon®, Peter competed with his teammate Yousef, a Special Olympics Massachusetts athlete, to raise money for the organization.

Help Peter’s cause
Runner’s bib that says I Push So We Can All Marathon
Philip running

ST. JUDE CHILDREN’S RESEARCH HOSPITAL
Running to cure childhood cancer

As a 12-year-old diagnosed with cancer, Philip recalls the year he was unable to run and play outside. Now cancer free, he ran the 128th Boston Marathon® to benefit St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, the same hospital that treated him and continues to treat kids with cancer today – kids hoping to just be kids again.

Help Philip’s cause
My marathon is for kids trying to outrun cancer. Just like I did once.

Marathoners making a difference

Meb K.

MEB FOUNDATION
Meb K.

In 2014, Meb won the Boston Marathon®. For the 10th anniversary of his win, he came back to run again this year and to support the MEB Foundation helping kids find balance in their lives through access to sports. Learn more about Meb and support his cause.
Phoebe R.

(RED)
Phoebe R.

Phoebe believes that ending AIDS in our lifetime is achievable. That’s why she ran to support (RED). Because while much progress has been made, there is still much more to be done. Learn more about Phoebe and support her cause.
Frances R.

WORLD CENTRAL KITCHEN
Frances R.

As a Bank of America teammate, Frances was introduced to the good that World Central Kitchen is doing around the globe. She ran her marathon to ensure that no one goes hungry during times of crisis. Learn more about Frances and support her cause.
Quyen N.

MASSACHUSETTS GENERAL HOSPITAL
Quyen N.

When Quyen’s husband was diagnosed with stage 4 stomach cancer, Mass General Cancer Center and its staff provided exceptional medical care with warmth and kindness. Quyen ran the Boston Marathon® to raise awareness around stomach cancer. Learn more about Quyen and support her cause.
Evan J.

HOMES FOR OUR TROOPS
Evan J.

For over 20 years, Homes For Our Troops has been building homes and rebuilding lives for severely injured veterans. Evan believes in the program so much that he went to work for them – and even ran the Boston Marathon® for them. Learn more about Evan and support his cause.
Usha N.

METROWEST YMCA
Usha N.

When she’s not working at Bank of America, Usha avidly supports MetroWest YMCA. She chose to run the Boston Marathon® to benefit their efforts toward youth development and food security. Learn more about Usha and support her cause.
Naitik running

DANA-FARBER CANCER INSTITUTE
Naitik S.

This year Naitik ran his fifth Boston Marathon®. His goal each year is to raise money for cancer research so that “one day we can live in a cancer-free world." Learn more about Naitik and support his cause.  
Ty running

BRIGHAM AND WOMEN’S HOSPITAL
Ty V.

Marathon Monday was Ty’s 23rd consecutive Boston Marathon®. He ran to benefit Brigham and Women’s Hospital, and The Gillian Reny Stepping Strong Center for Trauma Innovation, which he has supported for the past 10 years. Learn more about Ty and support his cause.
Emily running

BOSTON CHILDREN’S HOSPITAL
Emily S.

As a 1-week-old infant, Emily’s daughter was rushed to Boston Children’s with irregular breathing. She was diagnosed with tachypnea and admitted to inpatient care for a month. Emily ran this year to benefit the Boston Children’s Hospital. Learn more about Emily and support her cause.
Jackie running

PROJECT PURPLE
Jackie K.

Pancreatic cancer is often detected too late. Jackie’s mom Linda passed away just nine days after being diagnosed. That’s why Jackie ran to support Project Purple, a charity that funds critical research aimed at earlier detection of pancreatic cancer and supports those affected by this disease. Learn more about Jackie and support her cause.
Hercules running

THE STEVE FUND
Hercules C.

Hercules’s run this year was in memory of his good friend Yusuf. By supporting the Steve Fund, he’s raising money for better mental health for all black men and building stronger communities through running. Learn more about Hercules and support his cause.
Sarah running

BIG SISTER ASSOC. OF GREATER BOSTON
Sarah J.

Growing up, Sarah was fortunate to be surrounded by supportive family and friends who shaped her into the woman she is today. Now she volunteers as a big sister to help give back and mentor young girls. Learn more about Sarah and support her cause.
Jennie running

EXPECT MIRACLES FOUNDATION
Jennie S.

As Director of Programs at Expect Miracles Foundation, Jennie manages the SAMFund Grant Program, which helps young adult cancer survivors recover from the financial impact of cancer. Learn more about Jennie and support her cause.
Lashawn running

THE STEVE FUND
Lashawn R.

In 2014, Lashawn’s friend Yusuf tragically passed away. Ever since, Lashawn has picked up Yusuf’s passion for running. This year’s Boston Marathon® was his first full marathon, benefitting the Steve Fund and better mental health for black men everywhere. Learn more about Lashawn and support his cause.
Laura running

AMERICAN LIVER FOUNDATION
Laura Y.

Laura and two of her sons ran to benefit the American Liver Foundation. As a liver cancer survivor, she found out firsthand how much more research and awareness is needed. Learn more about Laura and support her cause.  
NaTasha running

BLACK GIRLS RUN! FOUNDATION
NaTasha W.

NaTasha ran the Boston Marathon® to, in her words, “inspire sisterhood with every step.” Because she believes that you can build stronger communities for black women through running and inclusivity. Learn more about NaTasha and support her cause.
Jackie running

NATIONAL OVARIAN CANCER COALITION
Jackie B.

Jackie ran to benefit ovarian cancer research in honor of her grandmother who’s celebrating 10 years of being cancer-free! Learn more about Jackie and support her cause.
Nate running

THE HOYT FOUNDATION
Nate K.

“Yes, you can.” That’s Team Hoyt’s slogan. And it means those with disabilities can achieve their goals no matter what obstacles may lie ahead. That’s why Nate ran to benefit The Hoyt Foundation. Learn more about Nate and support his cause.
Denaz running

THE STEVE FUND
Denaz G.

As a veteran of seven half-marathons, this year Denaz ran his first Boston Marathon® to honor his friend Yusuf. Inspired by Yusuf’s love for running, Denaz and his friends ran for the Steve Fund, raising money for better mental health for all black men. Learn more about Denaz and support his cause.
Paul running

AMERICAN RED CROSS
Paul S.

This year Paul ran his 14th Boston Marathon® to help make a difference in the lives of those in need. The Red Cross provides essential services after disasters, supports military families and so much more. Learn more about Paul and support his cause.
Charity running

ROXBURY COMMUNITY COLLEGE FOUNDATION
Charity I.

If not for Roxbury Community College, Charity would not be an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse today. She ran to give more young women the same opportunity to launch and build a career in nursing. Learn more about Charity and support her cause.
Sarah running

ELLIE FUND
Sarah B.

Sarah and Ellie Fund believe that no one should face breast cancer alone. That’s why Sarah ran, so that patients can receive free services like meals, childcare and other necessities, so they can focus on recovery.  Learn more about Sarah and support her cause.
Tonisia running

BLACK GIRLS RUN! FOUNDATION
Tonisia B.

Tonisia is dedicated to empowering young black girls through the sport of running. That’s why her marathon is benefitting Black Girls RUN! Foundation, which provides resources, mentorships and opportunities for girls. Learn more about Tonisia and support her cause.
Michael running

THE HOYT FOUNDATION
Michael H.

When he’s not working at Bank of America, Michael is a proud advocate for disability awareness, equity and inclusion for all. That’s why he ran this year’s Boston Marathon® to raise awareness and money for The Hoyt Foundation. Learn more about Michael and support his cause.
Maurice running

HERREN PROJECT
Maurice L.

Maurice's 42nd marathon benefits addiction recovery, support and preventative substance abuse awareness. Because addiction can be overcome, one step at a time. Learn more about Maurice and support his cause.
Bernard running

ROSIE’S PLACE
Bernard N.

The first women-only shelter in the U.S., Rosie’s Place provides wide-ranging support through meals, housing and education services to over 12,000 women a year. Bernard is an avid supporter and ran to benefit their life-changing work. Learn more about Bernard and support Rosie’s Place.  
Lindsey N.

THE GREATER BOSTON FOODBANK
Lindsey N.

Lindsey is passionate about ending hunger and wants to make sure everyone has access to healthy food. That’s why she ran for The Greater Boston Food Bank, which distributes nearly 90 million nutritious meals per year to our neighbors in need in Eastern Massachusetts. Learn more about Lindsey and support her cause.  
Fred running

THE STEVE FUND
Fred W.

Fred is one of several friends who teamed up to run in their friend Yusuf’s memory while raising money for the Steve Fund and better mental health for black men everywhere. Learn more about Fred and support his cause.
Lyndsay running

THE HOYT FOUNDATION
Lyndsay K.

Lyndsay took The Hoyt Foundation’s slogan of “Yes, you can” to heart by taking on all 26.2 miles of this year’s Boston Marathon®. She raced to raise money for all people with disabilities so they can achieve any goal they want. Learn more about Lyndsay and support her cause.
Ryan running

THE STEVE FUND
Ryan S.

Ryan is a veteran marathoner, but this year was his first Boston Marathon®. And like his other races, this one benefited the Steve Fund, in memory of his friend Yusuf and for better mental health for all black men. Learn more about Ryan and support his cause.
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