Boston Athletic Association
One of the oldest athletic clubs in the country, the Boston Athletic Association (B.A.A.) plays a primary role in the success of two fundraising events that benefit Dana-Farber Cancer Institute — the Boston Marathon® Jimmy Fund Walk and the Dana-Farber Marathon Challenge.
Since 1989, the B.A.A. has provided volunteers and logistical support to the Walk, the only event other than the Boston Marathon that is sanctioned by the B.A.A. to use the official marathon name and 26.2-mile route. The B.A.A. has partnered with the Marathon Challenge since 1990, by providing official race entries to runners who raise money for the Institute.
Since their inception, these two events have helped Dana-Farber raise close to $30 million for cancer research and care.
In recognition of its continued support, the B.A.A. received the Jimmy Fund's highest honor, the Thomas A. and Jean R. Yawkey Memorial Award in 1998. Named for the late owners of the Boston Red Sox, the Yawkey Award is presented annually to individuals or organizations demonstrating a commitment of 10 or more years to the life-saving mission of the Jimmy Fund and Dana-Farber.
For more information on the B.A.A. or the Boston Marathon, visit their Web site at www.bostonmarathon.org.
