About The MEB Foundation
Our Mission
The mission of The MEB Foundation is to promote youth health, education, and fitness in the US and abroad. Our mission is fulfilled by being a leader and collaborator in these areas, and support programs and events that:
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Empower youth and their familiars to Maintain Excellent Balance
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Provide the tools and resources to lead healthy lifestyles
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Engage youth in academics, in and out of school hours
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Provide opportunities for youth to play and learn positive life skills through involvement in sports
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Engage entire communities in promoting youth health, education, and fitness
Health
Provide the tools and resources to lead healthy lifestyles. Empower youth and their families to maintain excellent balance
Education
Engage youth in academics, in and out of school hours
Fitness
Provide opportunities for youth to play and learn positive life skills through involvement in sports
Our Impact
Since 2010, The MEB Foundation has been a leader in providing resources to those in need, focusing on our efforts to support youth health, education, and fitness initiatives.
Supporting Those in Need
Since 2010, The MEB Foundation has provided over 60,000 pairs of shoes to individuals and communities in need. In addition to this support, financial resources have been provided to communities impacted by natural disasters, poverty, and disparate treatment.
We are able to achieve our annual fundraising goals through the support brought in by Team MEB Boston and New York City marathon races and support from donors like you.
Please consider making a tax-deductible donation to The MEB Foundation, by clicking the Donate button below. If you would like to learn more about joining Team MEB, click the Run With Meb button below.
The MEB Foundation is a registered 501c3
EIN: 27-5338405
Get Involved
Every year, the MEB Foundation teams up with a group of community-minded runners to raise money for initiatives that support the next generation while experiencing some of the most iconic events in the sport of running, including the Boston Marathon and New York City Marathon
2025 Boston Marathon®
presented by Bank of America
Race Date: April 21
If you are interested in applying, you must be able to meet the following criteria:
For runners in need of an entry / bib into the race
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If selected on our team, you must pay a $100 team fee upon acceptance to secure your spot. This does not apply to your fundraising commitment.
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Commit to raising $11,000 USD minimum
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Pay a $375 race entry fee to the Boston Athletic Association in January
For runners with their own race entry bib either Qualified or invitational:
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If selected on our team, pay a $100 team fee. This does not apply to your fundraising commitment.
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Commit to raising $3,000 USD
Benefits of joining Team MEB
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Entry into the 2025 Boston Marathon presented by Bank of America
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Full and personalized 20-week training plan for every level of running by RRCA certified coaches with organized group runs throughout the season starting in December
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Runners will receive professional fundraising and training support
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Organized point to point long runs on the course with aid station support
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VIP bus to the start
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Team marathon gear
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Boundless team spirit, team organization and runner support.
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A fun and positive life changing experience of running the 2025 Boston Marathon with Team MEB
The MEB Foundation is no longer accepting applications for the 2025 Boston Marathon. Should you wish to be contacted when applications open for the 2026 Marathon, please complete the interest form via the button below!
Run the 2025 TCS New York City Marathon® on November 2nd with Team MEB
Team MEB Runners Will Receive
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An Official entry into the 2025 TCS New York City Marathon® (Runners must pay their own entry fee $255 for NYRR members and $315 for Non NYRR members.)
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An online fundraising page to make fundraising easy
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A full 20-week training plan for every level of running
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Pre-race Zoom meeting with MEB
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Race weekend in-person meet and greet with MEB
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Exclusive Team MEB Marathon singlet for race day
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Book written and signed by MEB
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Boundless team spirit, team organization, and runner management and support by CharityTeams.com
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A positive life changing experience and memorable journey of running the 2025 TCS New York City Marathon® with the MEB Foundation
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Fundraising minimum commitment: $6,000
Managed by CharityTeams.com