This married couple is running Boston to support families in need

"We are looking forward to running the 2024 Boston Marathon as a way to fundraise and bring awareness to the work The Home for Little Wanderers does to support children and families in difficult positions."

April 12, 2024

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In our “Why I’m Running” series, Boston Marathon runners share what’s inspiring them to make the 26.2-mile trek from Hopkinton to Boston.

Name: Will Cannell and Kathy Walsh
Age: Will, 57, and Kathy, 53
From: San Francisco, Calif.

As a married couple who started running while dating, we have always used the sport to connect, challenge one another, and support charities across the United States.

We are looking forward to running the 2024 Boston Marathon as a way to fundraise and bring awareness to the work The Home for Little Wanderers does to support children and families in difficult positions.

I, Kathy, have run 14 marathons and decided last year that I would run one more.

Having run Boston before, I knew that conquering it one more time would be the ultimate close to my running career, and crossing the finish line with Will would make it even more special.

With Will’s family in Mattapoisett, we spend most summers and holidays in Massachusetts, so the region holds a special place in our hearts.

Will and I are honored to be able to represent this organization in this race.

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