Friends of Hopkintons Marathon Runners!
Elizabeth Aquino
April 21, 2025
I will be running the 2025 Boston Marathon for a local organization, Friends of Hopkinton. Their mission is to provide community services & activities that encourage town spirit, family unity and community support. If it is one thing that I have learned in the last two years is that family and community are essential and serve as a pillar to one’s strength.
Running the Boston Marathon for a local charity is an incredible privilege, honor and opportunity to make a meaningful difference. As I lace up my running shoes and prepare for the iconic 26.2 mile journey, I am driven by the knowledge that every step I take will benefit a local charity. The Boston Marathon is not just a race, but a symbol of strength, determination, and resilience. By crossing the finish line, I aim to inspire others to believe in their own abilities.
Since my life altering stroke in April of 2023, it has been my goal to not let my second chance at life pass me by. Life is fleeting. I believe I am still here for a reason! My second chance is to shed light and lead the way for all members of the community, stroke survivors, those battling long term illness, silent struggles and everyone needing a helping hand.
I am honored to be a part of this incredible event and to run for a local charity that is making a tangible impact on the lives of individuals and families in our community.
Jen Smith
April 15, 2024
Hey!! My name is Jen and I will be running the 2024 Boston Marathon for a local organization, The Friends of Hopkinton. Their mission is to provide community activities that encourage and support town spirit, enthusiasm and pride. The Friends of Hopkinton hold annual events that are open to the community such as Family Day in September.
Running the Boston Marathon for a local charity is an incredible privilege and an opportunity to make a meaningful difference in my community. As I lace up my running shoes and prepare for the iconic 26.2 mile journey, I am driven by the knowledge that every step I take will benefit a local charity. The Boston Marathon is not just a race, but a symbol of strength, determination, and resilience. By crossing the finish line, I aim to inspire others to believe in their own abilities and to show that together, we can create positive change. I am honored to be a part of this incredible event and to run for a local charity that is making a tangible impact on the lives of individuals and families in our community.
Morgan Woodman
April 17, 2023
My name is Morgan and I am a doctoral student at Brown University studying Molecular Biology, Cell Biology, and Biochemistry. I grew up in the small town of Hopkinton and I am often reminded that I am the person I am today not just because I had great parents, but because of the community I was raised in. I love the small town I grew up in; where I went to school, played sports, cheered on Boston Marathon runners, and made lifelong friendships. I want future generations to experience the same sense of community that I did. With this, I am excited to share that I am running the Boston Marathon for The Friends of Hopkinton in 2023. From planning town anniversary celebrations to hosting the annual town Family Day and Family Fling, the Friends of Hopkinton are committed to providing activities that encourage town spirit, enthusiasm, and pride. Their community-wide events, especially their famous Family Day, really showcase the homey feeling of Hopkinton. By offering an array of free activities for everyone to enjoy including live entertainment, fun, games, food, and fireworks, the Friends of Hopkinton continuously brings the town together throughout the year.
Tom Khoo from Penang, Malaysia is The Friends of Hopkinton Marathon runner on April 18, 2022.
Tom has the distinction of taking part in the six world-famous marathons, namely Boston Marathon, Bank of America Chicago Marathon, TCS New York City Marathon, TCS London Marathon, Berlin Marathon and Tokyo Marathon.
Morgan Woodman
October 11, 2021
Besides being home to the starting line of one of the world’s oldest and best-known marathons (Boston!), Hopkinton, MA is also my home. The population is small — not even enough to fill Fenway Park — but the amount of love, charm, and support that stems from my hometown is immeasurable. Every year Hopkinton triples in size from its 16,000 residents to welcome more than 30,000 Boston Marathon participants. But while others may only think of Hopkinton on the third Monday in April, pride and essence pervades my home all year-round. With this, it is my greatest pleasure to give back to the community that has given so much to me.
I am beyond excited and extremely grateful for the opportunity to run the 125th Boston Marathon for the Friends of Hopkinton, supporting them in their goal to provide community activities that encourage town spirit, enthusiasm, and pride. In addition to planning town anniversary celebrations, the Friends of Hopkinton hosts annual town Family Day and Family Fling events. They also bring together families, non-profits, clubs, and businesses by offering an array of free activities for everyone to enjoy including live entertainment, fun, games, food, and fireworks.
Being a part of a community can make us feel as though we are a part of something greater than ourselves. It provides us with opportunities to connect with people, to reach for our goals, and better ourselves and others. Please consider donating to this wonderful organization and supporting me as I strive to complete a lifelong dream of running the Boston Marathon for, and from my hometown. Every contribution has a direct impact on strengthening and uniting families and the benevolent community in which they are a part of. All donations are immensely appreciated. Thank you so much!
Tom Khoo from Penang, Malaysia is The Friends of Hopkinton Marathon runner on April 15, 2019.
Tom has been an avid runner since he was a teenager. He has completed 4 World Majors including marathons in London, Berlin, Chicago and New York.
His dream is to complete 6 World Marathon Majors in 12 months to break Penang Forward Book of Records.
We are happy that he will be in Hopkinton to run the Boston Marathon as part of that quest.
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