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Associated Press
6 days ago
- Business
- Associated Press
Record $50.4 million raised for charitable causes at 2025 Boston Marathon presented by Bank of America
Hundreds of organizations benefit as part of the Bank of America Boston Marathon Official Charity Program BOSTON, June 4, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The Boston Athletic Association (B.A.A.) announced today the total funds raised through the 2025 Boston Marathon presented by Bank of America reached a record $50.4 million -- surpassing last year's single-year record of $45.7 million. This year's $50.4 million total combines funds raised through the 176 non-profit organizations in the Bank of America Boston Marathon Official Charity Program, as well as other donations and fundraising from race participants. Total charitable fundraising since the official charity program's inception in 1989 now stands at over $600 million. 'Every year, participants and community members raise the bar and elevate the fundraising impact for meaningful causes throughout the community,' said Nicole Juri, Director of Development for the B.A.A. 'Their uplifting effect extends well beyond the 26.2-mile racecourse of the Boston Marathon. Athletes take pride in adding meaning to every step of their marathon journey, and together set new records in 2025.' Bank of America amplified fundraising runner stories through the My Marathoner campaign, showcasing the perseverance and determination of athletes who are part of the Bank of America Boston Marathon Official Charity Program. 'The power of the Boston Marathon is evidenced by its positive impact on hundreds of organizations and the causes they support, and the hundreds of thousands of people who benefit from the good work they do every day,' said David Tyrie, President, Marketing, Digital and Specialized Consumer Client Solutions at Bank of America. 'The fundraising total shows anything is possible when athletes from around the world, volunteers, local businesses, supporters and many more unite in the spirit of determination, selflessness and giving.' The Bank of America Boston Marathon Official Charity Program comprises nearly 10% of the Boston Marathon field size, with selected organizations utilizing their entries to recruit athletes who pledge to raise funds for their cause. A full list of organizations who were part of the 129th Boston Marathon presented by Bank of America can be found at Charity Program on the B.A.A. website. To further support participants' fundraising efforts, Boston Marathon Giving Day took place on March 20 – just over one month out from race day – where incentives were offered throughout the day. A single-day record $1.87 million was raised through this year's Boston Marathon Giving Day. In addition, 2018 Boston Marathon champion Des Linden led a run to build momentum and encouragement for fundraising runners and Bank of America employees. The B.A.A. had its own team as part of the official charity program, raising funds to support the organization's mission of promoting a healthy lifestyle through sports, especially running. The B.A.A. Gives Back Marathon Team raised more than $384,000 for the B.A.A.'s year-round youth and community programing, which includes more than a dozen events geared toward supporting runners at all points on their running journey. In addition, the inaugural B.A.A. Climate Crew team raised $83,000 geared towards the Boston Marathon's ongoing sustainability initiatives. Details on how to apply to be part of the Bank of America Boston Marathon Official Charity Program for 2026 can be found on the B.A.A. website. About the Boston Athletic Association (B.A.A.) Established in 1887, the Boston Athletic Association is a non-profit organization with a mission of promoting a healthy lifestyle through sports, especially running. The B.A.A. manages the Boston Marathon, and supports comprehensive charity, youth, and year-round programming. The economic impact of the 2024 Boston Marathon presented by Bank of America produced $509 million in state and local economic activity. The 129th Boston Marathon took place on Monday, April 21, 2025, while the 130th Boston Marathon presented by Bank of America will be held on Monday, April 20, 2026. The Boston Marathon is part of the Abbott World Marathon Majors, along with international marathons in Tokyo, London, Sydney, Berlin, Chicago, and New York City. For more information on the B.A.A., please visit the B.A.A. website. Reporters may contact: Chris Lotsbom Director of Race Communications & Media [email protected] Andy Aldridge, Bank of America Phone: 1.980.387.0514 [email protected] View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Bank of America Corporation
Yahoo
21-04-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
2025 Boston Marathon: How to track your favorite athletes in real time
2025 Boston Marathon: How to track your favorite athletes in real time Tens of thousands of athletes and runners will make the 26.2-mile trek from Hopkinton to Boston on Monday in the 129th edition of the race. There will also be even more people cheering on their, family, friends, celebrities, and favorite elite athletes. Advertisement The official Boston Athletic Association Racing app is available for those who want to keep tabs on their favorite runner in real-time. The B.A.A. Racing app is available for download in the Apple and Android stores. The app features live tracking for all B.A.A. events, interactive course maps, athlete leaderboards, fundraising totals, social media integrations, info pages, and more. Race app users can track as many runners as they would like. Runners can also be tracked through the BAA website with searchable results and live leaderboards, among other features. The B.A.A. also offers a spectator guide that highlights the best places along the route to watch the race including Ashland, Framingham, Natick, Wellesley, Newton, and Brookline. Advertisement The course starts in Hopkinton and ends on Boylston Street in Boston. View the course map below: Download the FREE Boston 25 News app for breaking news alerts. Follow Boston 25 News on Facebook and Twitter. | Watch Boston 25 News NOW
CBS News
21-04-2025
- Sport
- CBS News
How to track runners in the 2025 Boston Marathon
Runners will pack the streets on Patriots' Day for the iconic Boston Marathon as hundreds of thousands of spectators cheer them on along the route from Hopkinton to Boston . Those watching in person won't be the only ones keeping an eye on the race, as many more will be following along from home as runners hit the grueling 26.2-mile course. The 2025 Boston Marathon is the 129th running of the event. The first open wave of runners takes off from the starting line in Hopkinton at 10 a.m. after the wheelchair, handcycle, professional runners, and para athletics divisions. In addition to coverage from WBZ-TV , there are several other ways to track runners and follow their progress on Marathon Monday. The best way to follow runners along the course is with the Boston Athletic Association's racing app . According to the B.A.A. website, the app features live tracking, interactive course maps, athlete leaderboards and social media integrations. The app also has the ability to keep track of runners' fundraising totals. You can download the app in the App Store for Apple products or find it on Google Play for Android devices. You can also follow runners in the tracking section of the B.A.A. website . By signing up for updates, you can receive alerts when runners reach various mile markers. You can also look up a runner by name or bib number to find their progress, or finisher information once the race is over. Social media is another great way to stay connected during the Boston Marathon. The Boston Marathon has accounts on X , the social media account previously known as Twitter, as well as Instagram , Facebook , and TikTok . There are also resources on the Boston Marathon's Vimeo channel .
Boston Globe
16-04-2025
- Climate
- Boston Globe
The weather 'means everything' to runners come Monday
Dr. Colby has led a team of atmospheric science students to collect and report real-time weather data during race day since 2012. They deliver valuable information to a couple hundred on-course personnel who man the 26 medical tents along the course route, MEMA (Massachusetts Emergency Management Association),. Advertisement And with a course stretching 26.2 miles over hilly terrain towards the ocean can create a number of challenges depending on weather conditions. Runners might see a helpful tailwind to beat personal bests or face a strong sea breeze headwind. Hot or cold temperatures and of course, with it being spring after all, rain or snow can all come into play. Advertisement Dehydration, heat stroke, hypothermia, and slip and falls are a few common race day health risks with weather more than not the culprit. And even the best of the best have had challenges in past years. '2012 saw temperatures reach 86 on the course and we treated 10 percent of the field due to dehydration and exertion heat stroke cases,' said Troyanos. 'We even saw many elite runners drop out of the 2018 marathon because it was so cold,' said Chris Troyanos, retired medical coordinator of the Boston Athletic Association. 'Wind chills in the upper 30s from high winds and heavy rain led to thousands being treated for hypothermia cases — almost ten percent of the field." This year's forecast is looking to be more favorable with partly to mostly sunny skies with temperatures likely just below or at average, reaching 55 to 60 degrees in the afternoon. How the B.A.A. handles weather and runner safety Troyanos has been involved with the B.A.A. and the Boston Marathon for 48 years and was the medical coordinator for the race during the last 28 before retiring after last years race — and he's seen it all. Some 26 medical tents stretch over the length of the course and are strategically positioned so ambulances can enter and exit easily. Tents, staffed with a multi-disciplinary team of physicians, nurses, and trained volunteers stand by at the ready. Stations are positioned more back-ended along the course, starting in Ashland with a larger presence leading to the finish line. 'There are very robust treatment protocols in place for various medical situations,' said Troyanos. 'We're equipped and ready to handle surges of incidents should weather play a role in the race.' Advertisement On high heat days, heat stroke and dehydration is treated most commonly with oral or IV electrolyte filled fluids. With the cold, hypothermia reigns supreme. 'If wind is strong on a cold day, especially with a sea breeze near the city, it's like opening a refrigerator door,' said Troyanos. Heating units are inside the tents along with warm shelter buses nearby for folks to warm up. Rain makes the course more slick and delivers an uptick in trips and falls that can lead to sprains and fractures. Wet bulb globe temperature matters most Students and faculty at UMass-Lowell's atmospheric science program are equipped with Kestrels, a handheld device that records valuable atmospheric readings such as temperature, wind, humidity, and perhaps most important — wet bulb globe temperature (WBGT). 'Students observe and report these findings every 30 minutes starting a half hour before the race and disperse the information so everyone ensuring weather safety on the course stay prepared,' said Colby. You might be asking, what is WBGT? It's a temperature reading taking into account all of the above observations including solar radiation from the sun angle and cloud cover, assessing the heat stress on the human body — perfect for an event like running the marathon. Or simply put, WBGT tells us the effect of the atmosphere and the sun. There are three separate thermometers used in measuring the WBGT. A wet bulb mimics the body sweating to cool as a wet cloth covers the thermometer. A black bulb is used to measure solar radiation taking into account the wind. And a dry bulb is your standard air temperature. Advertisement The resulting temperature is then compared to a chart to provide a level of safety and is more accurate than the heat index. You can see guidelines and risks below when it comes to WBGT for long-distance road races. 'It's key when it comes to running the marathon because we know the level of concern when it comes to weather impacts to the runner,' said Troyanos. Fortunately, the WBGT for Monday's marathon should stay in the mid to upper 50s. The wet bulb globe temperature risk chart. ACSM Advice for runners In an average year, three to four percent of the field will need medical attention. It's difficult to plan far out in advance what the weather might be, but the B.A.A. has developed a program to operate swiftly should a surge occur. There are roughly 30,000 runners in each Boston Marathon, with each athlete hopeful for the weather to work out, or they must plan to adjust their approach come race day. 'It would be wise for runners to learn hand CPR should a fellow runner go down,' said Troyanos. 'It helps bridge the gap until we can help folks.' Recognize how the weather is on race day versus how you trained and if it is warmer, then run slower to keep your body from overheating. If it's colder, layers will be helpful and listen to your body and take the break to warm up if you need to. Ken Mahan can be reached at
Yahoo
20-03-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Boston Marathon Giving Day celebration starts tomorrow with appearances by Olympian, beloved Patriot
Boston Marathon Giving Day, which gives athletes a chance to raise meaningful funds for causes close to them, kicks off on Thursday. The Boston Athletic Association (B.A.A.) and Bank of America are hosting the giving day event which will feature Des Linden, 2018 Boston Marathon champion, two-time Olympian and 50K World Record holder. Other legends like New England Patriots Hall of Famer Tedy Bruschi will also be in attendance. The Giving Day Celebration will be preceded by the Reason to Run 5k, which will start in Post Office Square at 3 p.m. The run will be led by Linden, as well as SELF Lifestyle Writer Jenna Ryu and 25 other charity program runners to promote fundraising efforts. Advertisement There will also be appearances by local mascots and an opportunity to donate gently used running shoes onsite to Sneakers4Good. The Giving Day Celebration begins at 5:30 p.m. after the run concludes. Remarks will be given by Miceal Chamberlain, president, Bank of America Massachusetts and Dr. Cheri Blauwet, B.A.A. board chair. Download the FREE Boston 25 News app for breaking news alerts. Follow Boston 25 News on Facebook and Twitter. | Watch Boston 25 News NOW
