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14 April 2026, 2pm UTC

Spring edition of “B.A.A. Gives Back” program

Boston grant program awards 125K to local nonprofits

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In the spring edition of B.A.A. Gives Back Grants, fifteen organizations have been awarded a total of USD 125,000 (105,000 EUR) to support their services that align with the Boston Athletic Association’s mission of promoting a healthy lifestyle through sports, especially running, in order to build healthy communities.

Since the program’s inception in spring 2023, the B.A.A. has issued grants to 64 organizations, awarding nearly USD 900,000 across the Commonwealth of Massachusetts with more applications being received in every edition.

Nicole Juri, Director of Development at the B.A.A. said, “The B.A.A. Gives Back Grant program continues to support organizations across the Massachusetts area that are dedicated to supporting those in need throughout the community. As we head into the Boston Marathon, we are grateful to have selected 15 organizations that will use the funding for important initiatives and support those of all ages and abilities. The impact of our grant program is continuing to grow, and we are delighted to continue making a difference in the future.”

The B.A.A. awards monetary grants ranging from USD 5,000 to USD 15,000 through an application process open to all nonprofit organizations that meet the following criteria:

- Organization is a registered 501©(3) or a public agency.
- Organization is not political.
- Organization’s program advances the B.A.A.’s mission of promoting a healthy lifestyle through sports, especially running, in order to build healthy communities.
- Organization is located in and serves residents of Massachusetts.

The next round of grant applications will launch in September 2026.

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