Dana-Farber Cancer Institute (DFCI) provides expert, compassionate care to children and adults and is home to groundbreaking cancer discoveries. The Dana-Farber Marathon Challenge (DFMC) team directs 100 percent of funds raised to the Claudia Adams Barr Program in Innovative Basic Cancer Research at DFCI, which enables leading researchers to achieve increased cure rates and to enhance patients’ quality of life.
adidas is excited to begin its 25th year as the Official and Exclusive Footwear and Apparel Supplier of the Boston Marathon. In 2013, adidas continues its commitment to the marathon by playing a key role not only in the race, but in all Boston Athletic Association programs.
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1966 - Bobbi Gibb
In 1966, Bobbi Gibb was the first female to run the Boston Marathon.