The Play Brigade breaks down barriers in sports and play so people of all abilities can compete side by side. When you run 26.2 with us, every mile directly funds inclusive community programs and adaptive sports. Run with purpose. Different abilities, same finish line. […]
Born legally blind and once weighing over 500 pounds, Michael Besson has transformed his life through sheer determination. With the support of The Play Brigade, he became a marathon runner—proving what’s possible when inclusion and accessibility are built into every stride. Read more about Michael’s story in Runners World! Now, Michael needs your help to get to […]
If you are currently training for or considering training for a race, please consider joining the Play Brigade Race Team! We are excited to be a member of the the 2026 Bank of America Boston Marathon Official Charity Program. We are accepting runner applications, and we are excited about April! […]
Tom MooneyProvidence Journal USA TODAY NETWORK Vermont’s Long Trail is a 273-mile gnarly path along the craggy spine of the Green Mountains, stretching from the Canadian border to the Massachusetts state line. On average it takes hikers 19 days to traverse the entire technical trail ofridges, ruts and roots. Then there are “ultra-marathoners” like Jeremy […]
This is no ordinary road race. There is a vast group of competitive and recreational runners who don’t fit into the categories offered in typical races. The Play Brigade 5k is the first of its kind in Boston to welcome runners of all fitness levels, as well as physical or cognitive abilities, without exception. Please […]
The Play Brigade and the National Inclusion Project brought together thirty community leaders in the Boston area to discuss what it really takes to be a truly inclusive community, and what we can each do in our respective roles to help us get there. The strategic planning summit, held at John Hancock’s headquarters, featured facilitator […]
The Play Brigade partnered with stores at The Street in Chestnut Hill to create a fun evening of shopping and philanthropy. Stores including Vince, J. Maclaughlin, Jonathan Adler, Ku De Ta, and Polarn O. Pyret, all donated a portion of the proceeds from the evening’s event to benefit The Play Brigade. […]