One week from today, on Monday, March 20th, Anthony will be standing near the starting line in Hopkinton, MA, alongside a crowd of 30,000 other runners. He’s running in his first Boston Marathon, raising money for Family ACCESS programs.
“I’m so excited. I’ve felt great the last few weeks, tapering my training runs and visualizing my race plan. I’m ready to go!” exclaims an enthusiastic Anthony.
To help Anthony get ready, kids ages 5–11 from a neighborhood program called Service Stars put together a goodie box for all those running, like Anthony. The box included non-perishable snacks, a Vaseline tube, and a woobie blanket for temperature control.
“The support and love I’ve received has been incredible. Family and friends can’t stop talking about how excited they are to visit Boston and cheer me on,” notes Anthony. “It’s overwhelming in the best way.”
To follow Anthony during his journey through the 26.2 mile course, you can download the free B.A.A. mobile app and put in Anthony’s bib number – 30685. You’ll be able to track his progress and root for him as he’s on route through the Marathon’s eight towns and cities.
“I know that after months of training and fundraising, crossing that finish line for Family ACCESS will mean the world to me,” he says.
Anthony has only reached 46 percent of his funding goal. Can you help?
