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TEAM BPL

Run the Boston Marathon with a team committed to ensuring the Boston Public Library remains viable, engaging, accessible, and free to all.

Team BPL is proud to be a member of the 2027 Bank of America Boston Marathon Official Charity Program.

Applications for the 2027 Boston Marathon are now open! 

Click here for application!

By running with Team BPL, you’ll help power the Boston Public Library to continue it’s mission of being free to all. Every day, the Library empowers people to prepare for citizenship, explore new careers, discover a love of reading, and connect with critical resources. While city funding provides a foundation, it’s private support that fuels innovation and allows the Library to go above and beyond for Boston’s communities.

Benefits of joining Team BPL:

  • Full and personalized 20-week training plan for every level of running by certified coach Rick Muhr of Marathon Coalition with organized group runs throughout the season starting in December.
  • Runners will receive professional fundraising and training support through the Boston Public Library Fund
  • Organized point to point long runs on the course with aid station support.
  • Team marathon gear.
  • Boundless team spirit, team organization and runner support.
  • A fun and positive life changing experience of running the 2027 Boston Marathon with the Boston Public Library Fund.
  • Entry into the 2027 Boston Marathon presented by Bank of America
  • Charity runners in need of a bib as well as registered qualified runners with their own bib are welcome to apply to our team.

Details

The 131st Boston Marathon will take place on April 19, 2027. Team BPL has 20 bibs. 

Eighteen (18) bibs will have a fundraising commitment of $12,000. 

Two (2) bibs will have a fundraising commitment of $7,500. These are for those 25 years or younger and preference will be given to applicants that reside in the City of Boston. To be selected, please fill out the application below and write a 500 word essay that describes how the Boston Public Library has impacted your life. Please send your essay to the following email address: eswanson@bplfund.org

Prompt for essay: Team BPL is more than just a group of runners; it represents a community of passionate individuals who support the vital services and programs offered by the Boston Public Library. In 500 words, please address the following questions:
 
Running in the Boston Community: What has been your experience as a runner in Boston? How have you engaged with the local running community, and what does running in this city mean to you? If you’ve participated in races, group runs, or other events, feel free to share those experiences.
 
Connection to the Boston Public Library: Do you have a personal story or special connection to the Boston Public Library? How has the library impacted you or your community? Consider reflecting on how library programs, resources, or events have played a role in your life or influenced your desire to run for Team BPL.
 
Why Team BPL: What motivates you to run as part of Team BPL specifically? How does the library’s mission resonate with you, and why do you want to support it through this experience? What unique contributions or perspectives would you bring to the team?
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