The Doug Flutie Jr. Foundation for Autism is honored to be the Presenting Sponsorship of the Boston Marathon®'s Adaptive Program for Runners. The Flutie Foundation and the Boston Athletic Association (B.A.A.) are both committed to ensuring that people with eligible developmental, intellectual, and physical impairments, including autism, have opportunities and support to participate in prestigious athletic events such as the Boston Marathon.

The B.A.A.’s Adaptive Program for Runners ensures that the Boston Marathon® is inclusive in its efforts to welcome and accommodate athletes of a variety of abilities. As the presenting sponsor of the Adaptive Program, the Flutie Foundation will help provide financial, human, and creative resources that will enhance inclusive and equal participation opportunities. Together, the Flutie Foundation and the B.A.A. look forward to providing a best-in-class experience for the athletes of the Adaptive Program for runners.

To apply, select the Adaptive Program option in the Para Athletes section of the Boston Marathon® application.

For additional questions, email dougiesteam@flutiefoundation.org.