The Pedro Martinez Foundation is an Official Charity Partner of the 2026 Boston Marathon® presented by Bank of America.
APPLICATIONS ARE CLOSED
Thank you to everyone who applied!
MEET OUR 2026 BOSTON MARATHON TEAM:
Raul Moronta
Philadelphia, US
Hello everyone! I am excited to share that I will be participating in the Boston Marathon to support the Pedro Martinez Foundation.
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Hello everyone! I am excited to share that I will be participating in the Boston Marathon to support the Pedro Martinez Foundation. This incredible charity focuses on empowering underprivileged youth through education, sports, and community engagement. Your contributions will help provide essential resources and opportunities for these young individuals to thrive. Every donation, no matter how small, brings us one step closer to making a real difference. Let's come together and support this worthy cause—your support can change lives! Thank you for your generosity! This will be my 6th and final World Marathon Major and decided to finish with Boston, my home city
Chi Kwong Lau
Hong Kong, China
I'm thrilled to support the Pedro Martinez Foundation through my fundraising efforts. This amazing charity is an official partner of the Boston Marathon,
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I'm thrilled to support the Pedro Martinez Foundation through my fundraising efforts. This amazing charity is an official partner of the Boston Marathon, dedicated to uplifting the lives of others. Every dollar raised goes towards empowering youth and creating positive change in our communities. Join me on this journey to make a difference! Your support means the world to me and those who benefit from this foundation.
Dante Rodriguez Rivera
Arecibo, PR
I am honored to announce my fundraising effort on behalf of the Pedro Martínez Foundation, an official charity partner of the Boston Marathon.
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I am honored to announce my fundraising effort on behalf of the Pedro Martínez Foundation, an official charity partner of the Boston Marathon. This initiative aligns deeply with my values as a physician and my long-standing commitment to supporting the well-being and development of underserved communities. The Pedro Martínez Foundation delivers high-impact programs focused on education, youth development, sports engagement, nutritional support, and safe community environments. Their work provides essential opportunities that foster resilience, promote health, and empower children and families to build a stronger future. As I prepare to run the Boston Marathon, a milestone that represents both a personal aspiration and the culmination of years of dedication to the sport, I am committed to ensuring that this achievement also translates into meaningful social impact. Your contribution of any amount directly supports evidence-based community programs that uplift vulnerable populations and create lasting change. Thank you for your consideration and support. Together, we can advance a mission that strengthens lives, inspires hope, and positively transforms entire communities.
Hillary Rondon
Santo Domingo, RD
Hi everyone, I’m Hillary, and I'm excited to be raising funds for the Pedro Martinez Foundation as part of my journey in the Boston Marathon!
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Hi everyone, I’m Hillary, and I'm excited to be raising funds for the Pedro Martinez Foundation as part of my journey in the Boston Marathon! This incredible charity focuses on community development and empowerment through education and sports. With your support, we can help transform lives and inspire the next generation. Every contribution counts and brings us closer to making a real difference! Join me on this journey, and let's make an impact together!
Heyfa Ben Youssef
Paris, France
I am honored to support the Pedro Martinez Foundation, an organization that works every day to provide young people
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I am honored to support the Pedro Martinez Foundation, an organization that works every day to provide young people with educational opportunities and sports programs that strengthen their health, confidence, and future. Every contribution matters, it helps the next generation grow, thrive, and reach higher. Running the Boston Marathon for this foundation gives my commitment a deeper meaning. For years, I’ve shared my journey toward the Six World Marathon Majors with you, a journey where movement has truly transformed my life. When I first started, I couldn’t run for more than two minutes. Through sport, I discovered consistency, mental strength, and perseverance, and most importantly, the belief that everyone can improve at their own pace. That is the message I’ve always wanted to pass on to those who follow me. Running Boston alongside Adel represents the culmination of our Six Star journey. Being able to experience this milestone while supporting such an essential cause makes it even more powerful. Together, we can run for those who cannot, and inspire real change through our actions. Join me in this mission of solidarity: every donation helps a child, supports movement, and opens the door to a brighter future.
Adel Louafi
Paris, France
Hello everyone. This year, Heyfa and I have the incredible opportunity to live out a dream: running the Boston Marathon together while supporting the Pedro Martinez Foundation.
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Hello everyone. This year, Heyfa and I have the incredible opportunity to live out a dream: running the Boston Marathon together while supporting the Pedro Martinez Foundation. Beyond the athletic challenge, this is a deeply meaningful human journey for us. The Pedro Martinez Foundation works every day to give children opportunities they don’t always have... access to education, a safe environment, and programs that support, protect, and empower them to dream bigger. Behind every mile we will run, there is a face, a story, a child who deserves one more chance. This year carries an even deeper significance for us. By crossing the finish line in Boston, we will become the first Tunisian couple to complete the Six World Marathon Majors. It is an immense source of pride, and one we want to dedicate to a cause far greater than our personal athletic achievement. By running for PMF, we want to carry these children with us, symbolically, all the way to the finish line. To remind them that they matter. To show them that a community can come together for them. That every gesture, every donation, can truly make a difference in their lives. If you join us in this mission, you’re not just supporting our race, you’re offering hope, safety, and a possible future to children who need it most. Together, let’s turn this marathon into an act of solidarity that leaves a lasting impact. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts.
Thomas Knapp
Florida, US
Hello friends! I’m excited to share that I’ll be running the Boston Marathon in support of the Pedro Martinez Foundation.
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Hello friends! I’m excited to share that I’ll be running the Boston Marathon in support of the Pedro Martinez Foundation. As a lifelong Red Sox fan who spent my law school years in Boston, this race — and this foundation — are deeply personal to me. When I was living in Boston, my apartment was just five minutes from the finish line, and every Patriots’ Day I watched runners make their way to Boylston Street, taking in the energy, grit, and emotion of the day. Being part of that tradition left a lasting impression, and it’s incredibly meaningful to now have the chance to experience the marathon from the other side of the course — running for a cause that reflects the best of Boston. Pedro Martinez is one of the city’s great sports figures, but his foundation’s work in supporting young people through sports, education, and community programs is what truly inspires me. Every mile from Hopkinton to Boylston Street represents an opportunity to give back to a city that shaped me. Your support helps provide resources, mentorship, and opportunities for young people to thrive both on the field and beyond. Thank you for supporting me, this race, and a foundation that embodies the spirit of Boston. Together, we can make a meaningful impact.
Steven Hannah
London, UK
Hello! I'm Steven, and I'm excited to be part of the Pedro Martinez Foundation, an official charity of the Boston Marathon!
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Hello! I'm Steven, and I'm excited to be part of the Pedro Martinez Foundation, an official charity of the Boston Marathon! I'm passionate about making a difference in the lives of those in need, and this marathon is a great opportunity to support the fantastic work this foundation does. Each step I take will be dedicated to raising funds for initiatives that empower and uplift our community. Your support means the world to me and will help provide resources and hope to those who need it most. Together, let's make an impact! Thank you for your generosity!
Dinny Dewanto
Depok, Indonesia
Hi everyone! I'm excited to announce that I'm raising funds for the Pedro Martinez Foundation, an official charity of the Boston Marathon.
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Hi everyone! I'm excited to announce that I'm raising funds for the Pedro Martinez Foundation, an official charity of the Boston Marathon. This incredible organization supports youth through education and sports, empowering them to achieve their dreams. I believe in their mission, and I’m committed to making a positive impact. My journey to the marathon will not only challenge me physically but also help provide essential resources for young people in need. Join me in this adventure, and together, we can change lives!
Yandresco Quintana,
New York, US
Hi, I'm Yandresco! I'm excited to share that I'm participating in the Boston Marathon
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Hi, I'm Yandresco! I'm excited to share that I'm participating in the Boston Marathon this year to raise funds for the Pedro Martinez Foundation, an incredible organization dedicated to empowering youth through education and mentorship. Every mile I run represents a step towards providing valuable resources and opportunities for those in need. Your generous donations can help change lives and inspire hope in our communities. Join me in making a difference and supporting this amazing cause!
RUNNING FOR A BRIGHTER FUTURE
Our runners are not just racing 26.2 miles; they are running for children who deserve safe spaces, education, and hope. Every step they take represents a child’s chance at a brighter future.
When you donate today, you are not just supporting a race, you are fueling opportunity, dignity, and long-term change.
SUPPORT OUR RUNNERS!
IMPACT AT A GLANCE
- 🏫100,000+ Children and families served
- 🍎60+ Education, health, and sports programs
- 🏗Community Center Expansion launching August 2026
Boston Marathon Photos From Previous Year