Boston Marathon Team

The Corey C. Griffin Team returned for the 129th running of the Boston Marathon on April 21, 2025.

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Raising Awareness and Funds

Each member of the Boston Marathon Team commits to raise a minimum of $10,000 to benefit Corey’s Kids and our partner programs. The 24 members of the 2025 team exceeded its goal, raising a whopping $330,000!

For more information about our Boston Marathon team and how you can get involved, please contact:

Katie Gassert
Foundation Director of Advancement and Special Events
[email protected]

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Since 2017, the Boston Marathon Team has raised

$1,470,000

for Corey's Kids!

Relive the Joy

See the images from the day on our event photo gallery.

See the images from our team celebration dinner.

Meet the Team

Our thanks to the dedicated runners on the 2025 Corey C. Griffin Foundation’s Boston Marathon Team!

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Anna Alibrandi

Why I’m Running

I am running for the Corey C. Griffin Foundation because their mission to support children in healthcare, education, and faith aligns with my values, and it is an honor to combine my passion for fitness and community involvement to help create lasting impacts on families in need.
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Ryan Blaszczak

Why I’m Running

I am running for the Corey C. Griffin Foundation to support its vital work in improving the lives of children facing health and financial challenges, giving back to the Boston community that shaped me.
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Jenna Blouin

Why I’m Running

I chose to run for CCG because I have seen first-hand the amazing impact the foundation has on Boston’s youth. I am proud to raise funds for this foundation and wear the CCG logo on my back on marathon day!
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Devin Caccavaro

Why I’m Running

I am running for the Corey C. Griffin Foundation because of my connection to Corey’s family, the inspiring impact of his legacy, and the Foundation’s incredible work supporting children through education and healthcare.
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Shannon Calamari-Kirwan

Why I’m Running

I am running for the Corey C. Griffin Foundation to raise awareness and funds for its incredible work supporting children in need, hoping to inspire others to learn, engage, and contribute to its mission.
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Sylvia Canestrari

Why I’m Running

I’m passionate about helping my community, so applying to run with Team CCGF was a natural choice, and I’m excited to use my love for running to empower youth in the Boston area.
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Heath Cockrell

Why I’m Running

After learning about the Corey C. Griffin Foundation’s mission and impact, I knew I wanted to get involved, especially after seeing the difference Corey House makes for families, a cause that resonates with me personally.
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Isabella Corsini

Why I’m Running

My experience mentoring through Marblehead’s Bridging Lives program showed me the power of community support, which is why I’m honored to run for the Corey C. Griffin Foundation and help provide children with the resources and opportunities they need to thrive.
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Susie Edwards

Why I’m Running

Supporting this charity which raises money for different children’s causes is a meaningful way to make a lasting impact on the lives of young people in need. I am drawn to the Corey Griffin Foundation because it offers an opportunity to directly support the future generation and contribute to creating a more equitable world for children.
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Jessica Erickson

Why I’m Running

After our son Brady partnered with the Corey C. Griffin Foundation for his senior project at Thayer Academy, we were inspired by its impact on Boston-area children and are honored to help raise funds for the community.
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Brady Erickson

Why I’m Running

After partnering with the Corey C. Griffin Foundation for my senior project at Thayer Academy, I saw its incredible impact and knew that running the marathon to support its mission was the perfect way to stay involved.
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Sean Fee

Why I’m Running

I am running for the Corey C. Griffin Foundation to combine my passion for helping underserved youth with my dream of running the Boston Marathon, all while supporting a cause that makes a meaningful impact in the Boston area.
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Eddy Fish

Why I’m Running

To continue supporting the CCGF mission and spreading awareness of the foundation’s mission through the world’s most famous marathon.
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Greta Freking

Why I’m Running

I am running the Boston Marathon to honor the resilience of the children and families I care for as a nurse in the CICU at Boston Children’s Hospital and to support the Corey C. Griffin Foundation’s mission of providing strength, hope, and resources to those facing unimaginable challenges.
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Christian Hayes

Why I’m Running

I chose to run for the Corey C. Griffin Foundation after connecting with the organization through my high school, the hockey community, and an internship at Newmark where I gained a deeper understanding of the Foundation’s mission.
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Catie McLane

Why I’m Running

Growing up in the Boston area, I’ve always dreamed of running the marathon, and after learning about the transformative impact of the Corey C. Griffin Foundation through my close friend Emma McNealy, I’m grateful for the opportunity to run for such an impactful organization in my hometown.
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Sejal Patel

Why I’m Running

I am honored to run for the Corey C. Griffin Foundation’s 2025 Boston Marathon Team to support their mission of providing underprivileged children with education, healthcare, and mentorship. As I pursue a career in healthcare, this opportunity allows me to combine my passion for running with a cause that transforms lives and carries forward Corey’s inspiring legacy.
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Thomas Powell

Why I’m Running

Every kid deserves an opportunity and after hearing stories from people like Oriana and Jahzar I could not be more honored to raise awareness for Boston Youth.
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Lexi Rothmann

Why I’m Running

I’m running for the Corey C. Griffin Foundation because its mission to support kids in need aligns with my passion for mentorship, personal development, and giving back, while also combining my love for fitness and philanthropy.
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Nico Schactman

Why I’m Running

I have been a Teaching Assistant for Aim High and have worked closely with motivated students raised in high-risk environments to provide an opportunity for a more personalized and focused classroom environment. Aim High’s goals align very closely with the mission of the Corey C. Griffin Foundation, and I would love to continue giving back.
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Thomas Summers

Why I’m Running

I chose to run for the Corey C. Griffin Foundation because of its incredible impact on Boston’s youth. Knowing that every dollar raised will help provide children with education, safety, and opportunity makes this race even more meaningful.
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Chris Trovato

Why I’m Running

When my best friend challenged me to run the 2024 Marathon, I immediately chose to support the Corey C. Griffin Foundation, inspired by my connection to Corey, my involvement in CCG events, and the Foundation’s mission to help those in need.
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Sophie West

Why I’m Running

I chose to run for the Corey C. Griffin Foundation because its mission aligns with my values, and I want to give back by supporting opportunities for kids to grow, learn, and thrive.
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Allie Winstanley

Why I’m Running

I am running for the Corey C. Griffin Foundation to give back to the community that shaped me, further its mission of supporting children, and ensure every child has access to education and healthcare, just as I was fortunate to receive.
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Vera Yeh

Why I’m Running

Having witnessed firsthand how access to education and resources can transform lives, I support the Corey C. Griffin Foundation to honor my mother’s journey from poverty to law school. Giving back ensures that children facing similar hardships have the same opportunities to build a brighter future for generations to come.