There’s more to a marathon than running 26.2 miles.

The 26.2 Foundation advances the global sport of marathoning while harnessing the power of the human spirit and its capacity for good.

OUR MISSION

 What’s New at the 26.2 Foundation

 
Aerial view of the International Marathon Center

The International Marathon Center™

The Foundation’s signature project, the 19-acre International Marathon Center will celebrate, honor and inspire the sport of marathoning.

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Jessica, a Team Inspire member, running the Boston Marathon and smiling at the camera

Team Inspire

Team Inspire is our team of dedicated and passionate runners who exhibit the power of the human spirit through the sport of the marathon. Join us to run one of the Abbott World Marathon Majors.

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Bobbi Gibb contemplates her statue during the unveiling ceremony

Honoring Marathon Legends

Bobbi Gibb, Stylianos Kyriakides, Team Hoyt and more.

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