BOSTON (WHDH) - Thousands of people laced up and hit the pavement with the Jimmy Fund Sunday, raising millions of dollars for the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute.
About 9,000 patients, survivors, and family members walked the Boston Marathon course during the 30th Annual Boston Marathon Jimmy Fund Walk, with the goal to raise $9 million for cancer research and treatment.
“We’re walking this year, like every year, for my mom, Cindy Hogan,” one participant said. “She, unfortunately, passed away about 5 years ago.”.
The event’s upbeat atmosphere made it easier for walkers to take on the grueling 26.2-mile course, but participants said it was not all about having a good time.
“I have to admit, I started just thinking it would be a lot of fun because it’s the Boston Marathon route, but now, it means a lot more, too,” Tracy Bigney, another participant, said.
Participants were greeted at the finish line in Copley Square with a celebration, presentations, and more.
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