I'm running the 127th Boston Marathon for Dreamfar High School Marathon program!

New Year. New Race. Same Team.

I am grateful for the opportunity to run as a charity bib in the 127th Boston Marathon on behalf of the Dreamfar High School Marathon program . Last year, every single person in the group photo above finished the 2022 Providence Marathon in Rhode Island, and we did so TOGETHER. This year, we are preparing our students for the 2023 Newport Marathon*.

TOGETHER isn't just a word at Dreamfar; its a way of life. Right before we head out on our Saturday morning runs, after announcements are made and we sing happy birthday to those of that week, all 50+ of us students and adults put our hands in (as pictured below), the birthday person yells, "26.2" and in return, the rest of the group exclaims, "TOGETHER!" because we truly mean it. Our students (and mentors) are supported from October through the finish line, with running mentorship, nutritional guidance, physical therapy, race entry fees waived, hotels covered, and much much more. All of this wouldn't be possible without the time, talent, and treasure of a trusted community of adults such as donors like you.

I am writing to kindly ask you if you’d be willing and able to donate to our marathon program, so we can continue to provide safe spaces for young people to flourish. 

My goal is to raise $8,500 for Dreamfar by April 13th 2023 and with your financial support we can continue to grow the lives of youth and adults at this marathon and beyond.

Please donate here: bit.ly/domrunsboston (link below) or via Venmo @Dominique-Bocanegra and I will transfer it to my fundraising page on your behalf. Every donation amount is graciously welcomed!

Thank you so much for your support; it is sincerely appreciated.

Dominique 😊

*While I will be running the Boston Marathon, I will still be training with the students every Saturday preparing them for the Hampton Beach Half-Marathon on March 3rd and the Newport Marathon on Saturday, April 15th 2023.

Dreamfar High School Marathon is a 501 (c) 3 nonprofit Tax ID# 27-3188990

The DREAMFAR Program, is a grass roots operation which is proven to have a huge impact on our students lives. High School can be a very challenging time for students. To some success comes easily, but for others it can be a time of isolation, pressure, insecurity, and confusion. This can lead to many difficulties, leaving students at risk to feelings of loneliness, depression and substance abuse. DREAMFAR attracts a range of students and provides them with a welcoming community, a sense of self-worth and the chance to do something exceptional – to train and run a marathon!