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Apply to Run the 130th Boston Marathon® presented by Bank of America as a Charity Runner with 261 Fearless!


Are you passionate about supporting women?
Do you want to help empower women through running?

Then be a game changer for women around the world and spark a revolution of empowerment by running with 261 Fearless Team Boston 2026!

261 Fearless Inc. is once again a proud member of the 2026 Bank of America Boston Marathon Official Charity Program.

Our Charity Runners are enthusiastic supporters of the 261 Fearless cause, raising funds to help fulfill our mission to offer education and local running opportunities to all women, no matter their age, fitness level, or running experience.

We believe EDUCATION is KEY to EMPOWERMENT, and empowered women FEARLESSLY CHANGE THE WORLD!

As a Charity Runner, we’ll support you, inspire you, and cheer for you from the moment you join our team, to the finish line, and beyond. We’ll provide fundraising support, virtual gatherings, team swag, and an unbeatable experience! You’ll meet new friends from all around the world and join the extended family of our global network.

We welcome runners of all genders, from ALL AROUND THE WORLD, to apply.

Already have a bib? Fantastic! We are also accepting applications from bibbed runners to be part of 261 Fearless Team Boston 2026.

Some Important Details to Know:

  • Race Date: April 20, 2026
  • Fundraising Commitment: $10,000 (Charity Runner) / $2,261 (Bibbed Runner)
  • B.A.A. Registration Fee: $375 (paid by charity runner if accepted onto team)
  • 261 Fearless Application Fee: $50 non-refundable (offsets the cost of interviews conducted by our outside development partner)

Read what some of our past Boston Marathon Charity Team members have to say about the 261 Fearless experience:

“The best part was the inclusive and empowering atmosphere. The weekend is exciting regardless of who or what time you are running for, but running for an organization that works to empower women felt especially special. I’ve been so touched by how supportive and communicative everyone has been since the marathon which I think is an amazing show of all the work 261 Fearless Inc. put in to create a great team!”

“I loved that it was a group of like-minded women and that it added an extra little something to the whole Boston experience!”


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