- A group opportunity. Invite your friends.
Cheer for MDA: Volunteer at the Boston Marathon
ORGANIZATION: Muscular Dystrophy Association (MDA)
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- A group opportunity. Invite your friends.

Muscular Dystrophy Association (MDA) is the #1 voluntary health organization in the United States for people living with muscular dystrophy, ALS, and over 300 other neuromuscular conditions. For 75 years, MDA has led the way in accelerating research, advancing care, and advocating support and inclusion of families living with neuromuscular disease. MDA's mission is to empower the people we serve to live longer, more independent lives.
Team Momentum is MDA’s nationwide endurance and movement program in which people participate in world class events, like the Boston Marathon while dedicating their miles to help transform the lives of kids and adults living with neuromuscular diseases.
- MDA Cheer Teams: Cheer on MDA Team Momentum participants at cheer stations along the Boston Marathon course! Volunteers will be an important part of the day, cheering our participants to the finish line! Note - this is an outdoor volunteer opportunity.
- Location 1 -
- Newton, MA- Mile 19- majority of runners should arrive between 1:30- 2:30 PM
- Corner of Wauwinet Rd & Commonwealth Street
- Right before Heartbreak Hill
- Google Maps
- Location 2 -
- Brookline, MA- Mile 23 majority of runners should arrive between 2:30- 3:30 PM
- MDA tent will be setup in the parking area at the Winchester St./Summit Avenue Stop on the T’s Green C line.
- Google Maps
- Best way to get there is to take the T or walk for those of you staying in Brookline
- If driving, you should be able to drive on the West side of Beacon St. and park there as well
By signing up, you will be contacted by an MDA staff partner or another volunteer leader to ensure your volunteer experience is a rewarding one, while helping to fuel MDA’s mission.
2 Shifts
- Mon Apr 21, 2025 - 01:00 PM to 03:00 PM EST - Spots available: 10+
- Mon Apr 21, 2025 - 02:00 PM to 04:00 PM EST - Spots available: 10+
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About Muscular Dystrophy Association (MDA)
Location:
161 N Clark, Suite 3550, Chicago, IL 60601, US
Mission Statement
Since 1950, we've spearheaded efforts to transform the lives of people with muscular dystrophy, ALS, and related neuromuscular diseases. We fund groundbreaking research for promising treatments and provide families with the highest quality care from the best doctors in the country.
Description
The Muscular Dystrophy Association (MDA) is the world’s leading nonprofit health agency dedicated to finding treatments and cures for muscular dystrophy, amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) and other neuromuscular diseases. It does so by funding worldwide research; by providing comprehensive health care services and support to MDA families nationwide; and, by rallying communities to fight back through advocacy, fundraising and local engagement. Visit mda.org to learn more.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
Boston, MA 02108
DATE POSTED
January 24, 2025
SKILLS
GOOD FOR
- Public Groups
REQUIREMENTS
- This is a Done in a Day opportunity and there is no prior training or ongoing commitment needed.
- Must be at least 16
- Shift 1: 1:00pm - 3:00pm Shift 2: 2:00pm - 4:00pm