We’re just ONE month away from the 2025 Boston 10K! Thank you for your incredible commitment to raising funds for the area of the hospital that means the most to you. We’re excited to support you every step of the way as race day approaches. This email includes essential participant information—please be sure to read it carefully from start to finish so you’re fully prepared.
Runner Portal – Your Race Headquarters!
Be sure to bookmark this page – https://10k.bwhevents.org/ – as it is your one-stop shop for all things related to the 2025 Boston 10K with the Brigham team! You’ll find:
- Team emails and updates
- Fundraising tips and tools
- Donation instructions
- Key program info
- Race day details — and more!
Runner Registration – Complete Your Boston 10K Registration by Friday, May 30
- In-person participants: Have you completed your official Boston 10K registration?
- The $70 non-refundable race fee is paid directly to the B.A.A. and is separate from your fundraising.
- To receive your race day bib number by mail, you must register by Friday, May 30.
- If you register after May 30, you’ll need to pick up your bib on race morning at the Brigham tent.
- Virtual participants: Get ready to download the Good Move app!
- On June 2, download the Good Move mobile app to track your virtual race from June 12–21.
- Earn 620 points (equal to a 10K) to successfully complete your virtual race.
- How it works:
- Download the Good Move app, track your activity (each activity has an assigned point value), and when you earn 620 points (10K = 6.2 miles) you will have successfully completed your virtual race!
- When:
- Log your activity during our 10 Days of 10K from June 12 – 21 (it doesn’t need to be done in one day – you can space the activities out over the course of 10 days).
- Prizes:
- Everyone who completes the virtual race and earns 620 points will be entered into a chance drawing for a Run Brigham YETI plus the individual who gets the most points will get a Run Brigham YETI!
Fundraising Challenges
Global Running Day Challenge – Wednesday, June 4
Global Running Day is right around the corner, and we’re excited to launch our first fundraising challenge! Raise $150 or more on Wednesday, June 4, and you’ll be entered into a chance drawing for a Run Brigham YETI cooler. Winners will be announced on Wednesday, June 11 – get ready to celebrate your impact!
10 Days of 10K Fundraising Challenge – June 12 to June 21
From June 12 through June 21, complete any of the following actions and you’ll be entered to win a $100 Amazon gift card. We’ll be selecting two winners each day:
- Secure 5 gifts of any amount on your TeamRaiser fundraising page (self-gifts count)
- Raise $500 or more
- Log an activity in the Good Move app*
*In-person participants are welcome to download the Good Move app and participate in earning points, too.
(Some) Frequently Asked Questions to Start Planning!
Q: When is race day?
A: In-person race day is Sunday, June 22 and starts at 8:00am. The Brigham Team Tent will open at 6:30am for our teammates where they can mingle, decorate shirts and signs, grab some fun tattoos, use private porta potties, etc. and take team photos starting at 7:05am!
Q: How long is the 10K race?
A: The race is 6.2 miles.
Q: Do I have to run the race?
A: NO! All fitness levels (runners and walkers) are welcome to participate.
Q: Where can I find training plans?
A: Take a look at the B.A.A. FREE curated 10K Training Plans – built for all levels and abilities.
Q: How old do I have to be to run in the Boston 10K?
A: Individuals must be 12 years old by June 22, 2025, to run the race in-person. If an individual will not be of age come race day, they can be a virtual teammate!
Q: Where can I find participant information from the B.A.A.?
A: Please check out the 10K participant basics found by clicking here from the B.A.A. website
Q: What happens if I don’t complete my fundraising commitment by the deadline?
A: If you don’t complete your fundraising commitment by June 18 at 6:00am EST, the credit card on file will be charged the remaining balance. A reminder that each individual (no matter if you are a part of a team) is personally responsible for the following commitments:
- In-person: $300
- Virtual: $150
Q: Are check donations accepted?
A: Yes! Checks must be made payable to Brigham and Women’s Hospital. Please include this cover sheet with the check and mail the check to: Brigham and Women’s Hospital, Development Office, Attn. Ally Hickey, 263 Huntington Ave #318, Boston, MA 02115.
Q: I registered to be a virtual participant, but I can now run the race in-person, can I switch to in-person?
A: Yes, email team@bwh.harvard.edu. Please note you will be required to pay the Boston 10K (B.A.A.) registration fee to run the in-person race ($70).
Q: I no longer can run the race in-person, can I switch to virtual?
A: Yes, email team@bwh.harvard.edu. Please note if you already paid the Boston 10K (B.A.A.) registration fee it will not be reimbursed.
Q: What do I need to do as a virtual participant?
A: On June 2, you will be able to download the Good Move mobile app in preparation for the virtual race June 12 – 21.
- How it works: Download the Good Move app, track your activity (each activity has an assigned point value), and when you earn 620 points (10K = 6.2 miles) you will have successfully completed your virtual race!
- When: Log your activity during our 10 Days of 10K from June 12 – 21 (it doesn’t need to be done in one day – you can space the activities out over the course of 10 days).
- Prizes: Everyone who completes the virtual race and earns 620 points will be entered into a chance drawing for a Run Brigham YETI plus the individual who gets the most points will get a Run Brigham YETI!
Q: When will I get my Team Brigham race day shirt?
A: All in-person and virtual runners who registered on TeamRaiser by May 16 are guaranteed their shirt size. If you registered after May 16, shirts will be available on a first come, first serve basis at the Brigham Team Tent on Boston Common starting at 6:30am on race day and sizes are not guaranteed. Virtual participant t-shirts will be mailed out via FedEx the week of 6/2 and In-Person participant t-shirts will be mailed out via FedEx the week of 6/9. Team Brigham shirts are different than the B.A.A. shirt that you can pick-up on race day.
Q: Are there fundraising incentives?
A: Yes! You can qualify for great incentives when you go above and beyond your fundraising commitment. Everyone who kicks-off their fundraising with a self-gift of $50 or more will receive one entry into a chance drawing for Red Sox Field Box tickets! Plus, any participant who raises $150 or more on Global Running Day (Wednesday, June 4) will be entered into a chance drawing for a Run Brigham YETI cooler!
Q: When will I get my fundraising incentives?
A: All fundraising incentives will be mailed to runners in July/August to the address you registered on TeamRaiser with. If you have moved, please notify the Brigham Running Team at team@bwh.harvard.edu ASAP.
Thank you once again for joining us! If you have any questions, please contact team@bwh.harvard.edu.
From start to finish,
Lauren, Ally, and Ali
Brigham Running Program