Hours ago, team members from the Franklin Park Coalition who did not cross the finish line received an email stating that they will be welcomed back to run again in 2014. Needless to say, we, as an organization are thrilled for our runners who worked so hard fundraising and training. They will have the opportunities they truly deserve on April 21, 2014.We extend out sincere gratitude to the Boston Athletic Association for making this possible--it is no easy feat. The logistics of a normal Boston Marathon are herculean and adding in close to 6000 additional runners could have only made it more challenging!
The FPC will be welcoming back all 2013 runners who would like to be a part of the team. We are suggesting a modest fundraising amount to cover clothing, training, and administrative costs, but otherwise will offer full benefits to all of our 2013 runners.
We will also be offering a similar opportunity to any 2013 runner who will have their number secured by the BAA. Perhaps you qualified or ran for a charity that does not have a program this year--either way, we'd be happy to take an application and consider you for our team.
In the month following the bombings, we hope that this great news cheers our runners, their friends and families, and brings resilience to all.
For more information, please check out the application: 2013 Boston Marathon Starters Who Did Not Cross Boylston Street Finish Line Entry Runner Application
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