CYCLE Kids 2026 Boston Marathon Application

2026 Bank of America Boston Marathon®
Official Charity Program Application

To be considered for selection to the 2026 CYCLE Kids Marathon Team, every interested individual (even those who have qualified to run the Boston Marathon, or have an official entry) must complete an application and sign a waiver. Each application will be individually reviewed and considered, especially for personal fundraising goals and your reason for wanting to join the CYCLE Kids team, and on the timeliness of your COMPLETED application's submission.

The CYCLE Kids program helps children across the country strengthen social and emotional health, create bonds with classmates and mentors, and develop a healthy lifestyle that can last a lifetime! Your fundraising efforts will increase our ability to bring this important programming to more children across the country.

It is important that you tell us as much as possible about what being a member of the 2026 CYCLE Kids Marathon Team will mean to you. The more you explain about how your personal inspiration will translate into fundraising success, the better your chances are for being selected to join our team. Remember, the children we work with are depending on your help.

Application Instructions
Please note, this form cannot be saved.

This form contains the Team Guidelines, Liability Waiver, and Application. You need to complete, sign, and date all three items. The online application cannot be saved and edited. To prepare your draft, a copy of this form is available for download from the CYCLE Kids website here. Once you submit your application, it cannot be edited.

If you have any questions, please let us know. You can email us at cbailey@cyclekids.org or call us at (617) 661-0908. We are here to help make this a fun and rewarding experience for you!

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The CYCLE Kids 2026 Bank of America Boston Marathon®
Official Charity Program
Team Guidelines

The CYCLE Kids marathon team is a member of the 2026 Bank of America Boston Marathon Official Charity Program. CYCLE Kids has 10 individual entries for the 130th Boston Marathon on April 20th, 2026. As such, CYCLE Kids and the individuals obtaining an entry in the 2026 Boston Marathon through CYCLE Kids, are subject to certain terms and conditions in order to obtain such entries. Submitting a completed application does not entitle you to entry into the 2026 Boston Marathon. CYCLE Kids must first approve your application and CYCLE Kids, in its sole discretion, must select you to represent the CYCLE Kids Marathon Team. If you are selected to receive an official number, you will need to abide by the Terms and Conditions outlined below.

FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH THE FOLLOWING TERMS AND CONDITIONS COULD AFFECT YOUR APPLICATION AND/OR ENTRY. PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING CAREFULLY AS YOU WILL BE REQUIRED TO SIGN BELOW TO INDICATE YOUR COMMITMENT TO ABIDE BY THESE GUIDELINES.

Terms and Conditions

Application Process
The CYCLE Kids Marathon Committee must receive all applications by December 15th, 2025. We will be accepting and reviewing applicants on a rolling basis, so encourage you to get your application in early as the team is often filled well before the December application deadline. You will hear from CYCLE Kids by email.

PLEASE SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION ONLINE USING THIS FORM

Once you have submitted your application, CYCLE Kids may contact you by phone to discuss your application further. Your selection to become a member of the 2026 CYCLE Kids Marathon Team will be conditioned upon your execution and delivery of the B.A.A.® registration materials and such other documentation as may be required by CYCLE Kids, including an application and a liability waiver. Failure to execute and deliver such documentation in a timely manner will result in a rejection of your application and revocation of your selection. If invited to join the CYCLE Kids marathon team, you have 48 hours to let us know your decision.

A non-refundable $75 application-processing fee will be charged to your card when you submit your application. If chosen for the team, this application fee will be counted towards your total fundraising commitment.

Fundraising Commitment

The 2026 Official Charity Program is intended to help charities selected by the Boston Athletic Association raise funds to support their operations and mission. By submitting an application to join the CYCLE Kids Marathon Team, you acknowledge and agree that it is your obligation to secure donations to CYCLE Kids at least equal to the $12,000 minimum funding requirement for International runners and in return receive an individual entry for the 2026 Boston Marathon scheduled for Monday, April 20th, 2026. Priority will be given to applicants who commit to raise more than the $12,000 minimum.

In the event that you do not meet your final fundraising commitment, CYCLE Kids reserves the right to send you an invoice for the balance owed on Friday, April 24th, 2026, and to charge your credit card on file for any remaining balance on that date.

Cancellation Policy
You will have 48 hours from the date you accept a position on the CYCLE Kids marathon team to withdraw without financial penalty. Your $75 application-processing fee is not refundable. If you notify Carolyn Bailey (cbailey@cyclekids.org) in writing within 48 hours after acceptance of a marathon number from CYCLE Kids that you will not be able to train for and/or run the Boston Marathon on April 20th, 2026, you will not be responsible for the fundraising minimum. After 48 hours, you are responsible for raising your funding commitment by Friday, April 24th, 2026, even if for any reason, including injury, you are unable to complete the marathon unless we are able to fill your spot with another runner with the same fundraising goal. You will be expected to pay any remaining balance on or before Friday, April 24th, 2026, and CYCLE Kids reserves the right to charge your credit card on file for any remaining balance on that date. CYCLE Kids will be unable to refund any donations previously received.

Time Commitment & Resources
Runners are expected to train and fundraise extensively to ensure they meet their financial commitment and complete the marathon. CYCLE Kids will provide regular coaching support, which will be held in person or virtually. We have a professional running coach who will support your Marathon goals and ensure that this is a positive experience for the entire team. CYCLE Kids will provide fundraising tips, promotional materials, training program information, organized group runs, and race day advice.

Matching Gift Policy
This is an easy way to increase your marathon donations. Many companies match employees’ charitable contributions. We encourage you to check with your employer to see if your company has this program, and we encourage you to ask donors if their employers match gifts. Many companies issue matching gift checks quarterly or semi-annually: therefore, if you plan to use a match to reach your minimum, it is your responsibility to contact the matching company and to provide written verification that the match is forthcoming in order for the amount to be counted as part of your minimum funding requirement. You will need to notify CYCLE Kids as soon as possible about the date of any company-matched contribution and of any information CYCLE Kids needs to supply the employer.

B.A.A.® Registration
On or before Friday, January 30th, 2026, CYCLE Kids will register the individuals that have qualified for the CYCLE Kids Marathon Team with the B.A.A. The B.A.A. charges a $375 registration fee for each runner. This fee does not count toward your fundraising commitment for CYCLE Kids. This fee can only be paid by credit card (debit cards will not be accepted). Once a runner’s credit card has cleared with the B.A.A. the RUNNER will receive an email confirmation of acceptance and a postcard by mail. Names of accepted runners will be posted at www.baa.org. You should NOT contact the B.A.A. directly to secure your number.

Participants will have the opportunity to purchase registration insurance when registering online. This will be the only opportunity to purchase this insurance. Visit https://www.baa.org/races/boston-marathon/registration-protection for details.

AN INDIVIDUAL ENTRY/NUMBER IS NON-TRANSFERABLE. ANY ATTEMPTED TRANSFER OF SUCH NUMBER MAY RESULT IN REVOCATION OF YOUR RIGHT TO PARTICIPATE IN THE 2026 BOSTON MARATHON. IN SUCH CASE, YOU WILL STILL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR YOUR FINANCIAL COMMITMENT TO CYCLE KIDS.

Other
- Age
  You must be at least 18 years old on April 20th, 2026, to be an official member of the CYCLE Kids Marathon Team and an entrant in the Boston Marathon.
- Qualified and other official entrants
  Qualified and other official entrants are welcomed and encouraged to participate with the CYCLE Kids Marathon Team. CYCLE Kids Marathon Team members who are Boston qualifiers or who have official entries from other sources are responsible for their own race registration.
- E-mail
  Please make sure you can accept e-mail from e-mail addresses with the “@cyclekids.org” extension (i.e., if you run spam filters, be sure to exclude these addresses from your list of blocked user-ids). The primary method of communication between you, the other members of the CYCLE Kids Marathon Team, and your coach will be by email. Please make sure we have your current and correct email address.
Key Milestones
- Acceptance Deadline: 48 hours after you are offered a number
- Cancellation Deadline: 48 hours after you accept a spot on the CYCLE Kids team
- B.A.A. Registration Completed By: Friday, January 30th, 2026
- Final Fundraising Commitment Due By: Friday, April 24th, 2026
By signing below, I hereby accept and agree to the terms and conditions as set forth above in the “Team Guidelines”.*

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The CYCLE Kids 2026 Bank of America Boston Marathon®
Official Charity Program
Team Guidelines

The CYCLE Kids marathon team is a member of the 2026 Bank of America Boston Marathon Official Charity Program. CYCLE Kids has 10 individual entries for the 130th Boston Marathon on April 20th, 2026. As such, CYCLE Kids and the individuals obtaining an entry in the 2026 Boston Marathon through CYCLE Kids are subject to certain terms and conditions in order to obtain such entries. Submitting a completed application does not entitle you to entry into the 2026 Boston Marathon. CYCLE Kids must first approve your application and CYCLE Kids, in its sole discretion, must select you to represent the CYCLE Kids Marathon Team. If you are selected to receive an official number, you will need to abide by the Terms and Conditions outlined below.

FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH THE FOLLOWING TERMS AND CONDITIONS COULD AFFECT YOUR APPLICATION AND/OR ENTRY. PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING CAREFULLY AS YOU WILL BE REQUIRED TO SIGN BELOW TO INDICATE YOUR COMMITMENT TO ABIDE BY THESE GUIDELINES.

Terms and Conditions

Application Process
The CYCLE Kids Marathon Committee must receive all applications by December 15th, 2025. We will be accepting and reviewing applicants on a rolling basis, and so encourage you to get your application in early as the team is often filled well before the December application deadline. You will hear from CYCLE Kids by email.

PLEASE SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION ONLINE USING THIS FORM

Once you have submitted your application, CYCLE Kids may contact you by phone to discuss your application further. Your selection to become a member of the 2026 CYCLE Kids Marathon Team will be conditioned upon your execution and delivery of the B.A.A.® registration materials and such other documentation as may be required by CYCLE Kids, including an application, and a liability waiver. Failure to execute and deliver such documentation in a timely manner will result in a rejection of your application and revocation of your selection. If invited to join the CYCLE Kids marathon team, you have 48 hours to let us know your decision.

A non-refundable $75 application-processing fee will be charged to your card when you submit your application. If chosen for the team, this application fee will be counted towards your total fundraising commitment.

Fundraising Commitment

The 2026 Official Charity Program is intended to help charities selected by the Boston Athletic Association raise funds to support their operations and mission. By submitting an application to join the CYCLE Kids Marathon Team, you acknowledge and agree that it is your obligation to secure donations to CYCLE Kids at least equal to the $10,000 minimum funding requirement for US runners and in return receive an individual entry for the 2026 Boston Marathon scheduled for Monday, April 20th, 2026. Priority will be given to applicants who commit to raise more than the $10,000 minimum.

In the event that you do not meet your final fundraising commitment, CYCLE Kids reserves the right to send you an invoice for the balance owed on Friday, April 24th, 2026, and to charge your credit card on file for any remaining balance on that date.

Cancellation Policy
You will have 48 hours from the date you accept a position on the CYCLE Kids marathon team to withdraw without financial penalty. Your $75 application-processing fee is not refundable. If you notify Carolyn Bailey (cbailey@cyclekids.org) in writing within 48 hours after acceptance of a marathon number from CYCLE Kids that you will not be able to train for and/or run the Boston Marathon on April 20th, 2026, you will not be responsible for the fundraising minimum. After 48 hours, you are responsible for raising your funding commitment by Friday, April 24th, 2026, even if for any reason, including injury, you are unable to complete the marathon unless we are able to fill your spot with another runner with the same fundraising goal. You are expected to pay any remaining balance owed on or before Friday, April 24th, 2026, and CYCLE Kids reserves the right to charge your credit card on file for any balance remaining on that date. CYCLE Kids will be unable to refund any donations previously received.

Time Commitment & Resources
Runners are expected to train and fundraise extensively to ensure they meet their financial commitment and complete the marathon. CYCLE Kids will provide regular coaching support, which will be held in person or virtually. We have a professional running coach who will support your Marathon goals and ensure that this is a positive experience for the entire team. CYCLE Kids will provide fundraising tips, promotional materials, training program information, organized group runs, and race day advice.

Matching Gift Policy
This is an easy way to increase your marathon donations. Many companies match employees’ charitable contributions. We encourage you to check with your employer to see if your company has this program, and we encourage you to ask donors if their employers match gifts. Many companies issue matching gift checks quarterly or semi-annually: therefore, if you plan to use a match to reach your minimum, it is your responsibility to contact the matching company and to provide written verification that the match is forthcoming in order for the amount to be counted as part of your minimum funding requirement. You will need to notify CYCLE Kids as soon as possible about the date of any company-matched contribution and of any information CYCLE Kids needs to supply the employer.

B.A.A.® Registration
On or before Friday, January 30th, 2026, CYCLE Kids will register the individuals that have qualified for the CYCLE Kids Marathon Team with the B.A.A. The B.A.A. charges a $375 registration fee for each runner. This fee does not count toward your fundraising commitment for CYCLE Kids. This fee can only be paid by credit card (debit cards will not be accepted). Once a runner’s credit card has cleared with the B.A.A. the RUNNER will receive an email confirmation of acceptance and a postcard by mail. Names of accepted runners will be posted at www.baa.org. You should NOT contact the B.A.A. directly to secure your number.

Participants will have the opportunity to purchase registration insurance when registering online. This will be the only opportunity to purchase this insurance. Visit https://www.baa.org/races/boston-marathon/registration-protection for details.

AN INDIVIDUAL ENTRY/NUMBER IS NON-TRANSFERABLE. ANY ATTEMPTED TRANSFER OF SUCH NUMBER MAY RESULT IN REVOCATION OF YOUR RIGHT TO PARTICIPATE IN THE 2026 BOSTON MARATHON. IN SUCH CASE, YOU WILL STILL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR YOUR FINANCIAL COMMITMENT TO CYCLE KIDS.

Other
- Age
  You must be at least 18 years old on April 20th, 2026, to be an official member of the CYCLE Kids Marathon Team and an entrant in the Boston Marathon.
- Qualified and other official entrants
  Qualified and other official entrants are welcomed and encouraged to participate with the CYCLE Kids Marathon Team. CYCLE Kids Marathon Team members who are Boston qualifiers or who have official entries from other sources are responsible for their own race registration.
- E-mail
  Please make sure you can accept e-mail from e-mail addresses with the “@cyclekids.org” extension (i.e. if you run spam filters, be sure to exclude these addresses from your list of blocked user-ids). The primary method of communication between you, the other members of the CYCLE Kids Marathon Team, and your coach will be by email. Please make sure we have your current and correct email address.
Key Milestones
- Acceptance Deadline: 48 hours after you are offered a number
- Cancellation Deadline: 48 hours after you accept a spot on the CYCLE Kids team
- B.A.A. Registration Completed By: Friday, January 30th, 2026
- Final Fundraising Due Deadline: Friday, April 24th, 2026
By signing below, I hereby accept and agree to the terms and conditions as set forth above in the “Team Guidelines”.*

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CYCLE Kids, Inc.
LIABILITY WAIVER AND FUNDRAISING CONFIRMATION

I agree to assume all responsibility for any and all risk of damage or injury that may occur to me as a participant on the 2026 CYCLE Kids Marathon Team. In consideration of my being accepted for this event, I hereby, for myself, my heirs, executors and administrators, release and discharge CYCLE Kids, Inc., its employees, volunteers and consultants, the Boston Athletic Association and any and all sponsors of the Boston Marathon and CYCLE Kids, Inc. from all claims, damages, rights of action, present or future, whether the same be known, anticipated or unanticipated, resulting from or arising out of, or in incident to, my preparation for and participation in the 2026 Boston Marathon. I further agree to adhere to all stipulations of the Boston Athletic Association’s Entry Form and Runner’s Agreement, Waiver, Release and Acknowledgement as required for official entry in the Boston Marathon, and all COVID-19 or other applicable health guidelines or requirements. Further, I certify that I am aware of the physical demands and hazards of training for and participating in a marathon, and that I am physically fit and will train sufficiently for participation in this event.

If the 2026 Boston Marathon is cancelled or rescheduled, for any reason, I understand that I am still responsible to raise my fundraising commitment by the fundraising deadline. If the Marathon is rescheduled or changed to a virtual event, the fundraising deadline may be moved at the sole discretion of CYCLE Kids and is not guaranteed.

I grant permission for the use of my name and/or picture in any broadcast, photography or other account of this event, including those taken during any fundraising events and on race day. After acceptance onto the 2026 CYCLE Kids Marathon Team, I agree to provide a current or recent photograph of myself upon request from CYCLE Kids.

My execution of this Waiver and Confirmation constitutes with my agreement to the above terms and conditions.
By signing below, I hereby accept and agree to the terms and conditions stated above in the CYCLE Kids Liability Waiver.*

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In order to help us choose a team that will provide you with the most rewarding experience, we need to know a bit about you. Please help us get to know you by answering the following questions.

Athletic Background and Interests
Briefly describe your interest in running.*
What is your average race pace, long run pace, and recovery pace? (A range is fine.)*
Have you participated in any prior marathons? If so, when, which ones, and what were your times?*
Have you participated in running races before? When? What types? What were your times?*
What other sports or athletic activities do you currently engage in, if any?*
What role has sports and athletics played in your life?*
Do you have any prior injuries or concerns about your ability to complete the marathon? If yes, please explain.*

Fundraising Experience
Have you participated in a marathon, road race, or other athletic charity program before?*

YesNo
If yes, which charity(s) and how much money did you raise?
What will your fundraising commitment be if you are selected for the CYCLE Kids Marathon Team?
- If you raise $25,000, CYCLE Kids will donate a program in your name to the school of your choice.
- The minimum required for runners in the US is $10,000; runners outside of the US are required to raise $12,000. However, we encourage you to set your goal higher to further support the mission of CYCLE Kids.
Fundraising Commitment*
What (if any) will be your personal donation?*
What are your ideas for raising funds to meet your fundraising goal?*

About CYCLE Kids, Inc.
How did you hear about the 2026 CYCLE Kids Marathon Team?*
Please describe why you would like to run for CYCLE Kids. How does the program resonate with you?
What other nonprofits or community organizations are you involved with? What was your fundraising experience for these organizations?*
What role have you had in these organizations?*

By signing below, I confirm that the information provided in this application is true and accurate to the best of my knowledge.
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CYCLE Kids is committed to helping children overcome adversity and improve their physical and emotional health. Thank you for your interest in running for CYCLE Kids and raising much needed funding to help kids living in low-income communities and in poverty succeed and live healthy lives!

We appreciate the time you took to fill out our application.

Please note that your application is not considered complete, and will not be reviewed, until you have paid our $75 application processing fee. You will be directed to the payment link on the next screen, displayed after you’ve submitted your application by clicking the “Submit” button below.

Thank you, and good luck!
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