Jeff Coombs Memorial Road Race/Walk and Family Day

For as little as a $10 donation, you can be entered to win 2 tickets to the Aug. 25 Kenny Chesney Concert at Gillette Stadium and a $100 Uber gift card!. You'll also be contributing to a cause that you know well, the Jeff Coombs Memorial Foundation. Raffle ends Friday, Aug. 9 at 6 p.m. Thanks and good luck!!!

We're holding a Kenny Chesney Concert Raffle to benefit the Jeff Coombs Memorial Foundation. Concert date is Aug.25, 5 p.m. at Gillette Stadium. Winner gets 2 sandbar tix+$100 uber gc. Venmo christie-coombs (comes up as Mary Coombs) $10/1, $25/3 tix. Thanks to Marty Golightly for the generous donation! Drawing will be Friday, Aug. 9. Please share!!! Thanks.

The Jeff Coombs Memorial Foundation is so grateful for the many donations received in September and are working on proper written thank you's. We've been busy fulfilling grant requests for families in need, military families, local organizations, and those needing some help with the holidays. If you're thinking of donating for Giving Tuesday or anytime for the holidays, we hope you'll consider the Jeff Coombs Memorial Foundation. Every penny you contribute goes directly to the families who need it. Thanks for your kindness and generosity. If you know someone who needs a little help, please let me know!

Make a Donation- Jeff Coombs Fund ASSISTING FAMILIES IN NEED

For 12 years the JCMF foundation has been very fortunate to be included in the John Hancock Charity Marathon program. Our awesome runners (3 each year the last 9 years or so) have raised an amazing $40,000 a year with every penny going to fund the important work we do of helping those in need. This year the BAA took back responsibility for the charity program as JH has passed on sponsorship to Bank of America after 15 years. Our foundation doesn’t qualify for the small non-profit category because we don’t meet their criteria. I’m very disappointed as this has been a very lucrative and fun fundraiser for us and our runners, but it is what it is and I’m sure other small non profits who do qualify will do amazing things with the money they’re able to raise. Let me be clear in emphasizing no organization is at fault. Every new relationship/sponsorship comes with change — good for many , maybe not for others but that’s all part of new beginnings. I have a wonderful working relationship with Bank of America, and the BAA will lead a great charity program as they have for many many years. I truly enjoyed being able to offer people the opportunity to fulfill their dream of running Boston when they knew they couldn’t qualify on their own. But I’m hoping there might be some qualifying runners out there who hope to run Boston or any other marathon and who would like to run for a great cause and raise some money for the foundation. We will pay their registration fee of $375 and give them a cool running singlet if they raise at least $2000. Piece of cake considering our charity runners in past years have raised $10,000 ea!!! Please pass this on to your marathoner friends. I know registration for Boston hasn’t yet begun but other marathons are coming up in the fall. Thanks for your help with this!!!

One week from today, 3 amazing guys will run the Boston Marathon in honor of the Jeff Coombs Memorial Foundation through the John Hancock Charity Program. They've been working hard to raise $10k each. Collectively, they've almost reached their $30,000 goal. If you can, please help them get there with a donation of any amount you're comfortable with. No amount is too small! Just click on this link and choose a runner to support -- Jack Houghton, Aby Youseff, or Mark DeLappier. https://www.givengain.com/cause/43080/campaigns/25102/
Every penny they raise goes directly to the Foundation to help us continue our important work of helping those in Massachusetts who truly need it. Without the annual road race (I miss it ... do you??), the marathon fundraising is our primary source of funds to get us through the year. Your generosity is much appreciated by the Foundation and all those who benefit from our grants. Thank you!

Support us via the 2023 Boston Marathon! Start your fundraising project today & make a real difference to our cause

Today is Boston Marathon Giving Day on GivenGain. The Jeff Coombs Memorial Foundation has 3 marathoners this year raising money for us through the John Hancock Charity Boston Marathon Program. Every penny raised goes directly to the Foundation. Two of our runners are Abingtonians, both my neighbors, and one is a young man from NYC. Here are their fundraising links. They and all those the foundation helps appreciate any and all contributions! Please, if you can, donate by clicking on their links below. Whoever gives today will be entered into a raffle to win 2 dozen cookies from me. Thanks
Jack Houghton: https://www.givengain.com/a/jackhoughton/
Aby Youseff: https://www.givengain.com/activist/689532/
Marc DeLappier: https://www.givengain.com/activist/679631/

Is anyone else feeling the void of no road race this year?? While it was the right decision to end it when we did, I am feeling quite melancholy. I will miss seeing everyone and will miss seeing the community come out all together to remember, honor and have fun. There is a small, first time local 5k you can run on Sept. 18 if you like road races. check it out ... https://racewire.com/register.php?id=13017

Come race with me! - Abington C.O.P.E.S. 5K

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Assemble your teams of 4-8 people for a FUN night of Trivia while supporting a great cause! What else are you going to do on a Friday night? Come out and join us! Bring your own food or order from the Legion kitchen.

Who wants a little stake in the Big Game and help a great cause? Get your superbowl square here, to benefit the Jeff Coombs Memorial Foundation. Thanks! bit.ly/CaraSBSquares Half the pot helps Marathoner Cara Yanosick reach her goal of raising $10,000 for the Foundation.

CaraRunsBOS Super Bowl Squares Sheet1 2022 Super Bowl Squares Supporting Cara Yanosick running the Boston Marathon for The Jeff Coombs Memorial Foundation https://www.givengain.com/ap/cararunsbos/ How it works: Squares are $25 each Pick a square (or 2 or 3),...

Make a Donation- Jeff Coombs Fund ASSISTING FAMILIES IN NEED

I'd love to see pictures from the 20th Road Race ... please post any you have and would like to share here! Thank you! https://www.wcvb.com/article/final-jeff-coombs-memorial-road-race-abington/37653786 #

Massachusetts man killed on 9/11 honored with 20th, final memorial road race The foundation named in his honor has raised and donated more than $1 million to help military families and the families of 9/11 victims, as well as award high school scholarships.

After more than a week of trying to regroup, relax, and prepare for the next big thing ... my daughter's wedding ... I can finally sit down and write some reflections on the final Road Race. If I were to sum it up in one word, it would be "Wow." Wow for the more than 1400 people who came out to remember Jeff and all those who died, including the heroes who served our country and made the ultimate sacrifice post-9/11; Wow for beautiful day that it was; Wow for the volunteers and the committee that worked so hard to make the day incredible, memorable and awe-inspiring; Wow for the restaurants who provided food for everyone in spite of the tough year prior, and the amazing sponsors; Wow for the money that you all helped us raise by your generosity, totaling a whopping $90,000+ (about $40,000 over what we usually raise); and Wow for the kindness, enthusiasm and love that was evident throughout the morning. We are truly blessed to live in a town like Abington that has supported us emotionally the last 20 years. As I ran and walked the course that morning, I was touched by the number of people who stood outside their homes cheering on the runners and walkers, and those who set out candy and other treats for the participants to enjoy. When I looked out at the vast crowd that gathered behind the school before and after the run, I couldn't help but feel pride in what a small group of friends created 20 years ago, and how it became such a beloved event. While every year is bittersweet, this year had an extra element to it, like saying goodbye to an old friend for the last time. Jeff’s family has always been there, and having some of my large family there this year was extra special. 20 years is a long time, and when I think that we kept it going and maintained the interest for 20 years, I'm amazed. I know Jeff was looking down on us, beaming with pride himself, and showering everyone with gratitude. Much of that gratitude goes to Maureen Tomlin, Bill Balfour, Kristy and Ken Coburn, for their superior efforts toward making it such a success. A big thanks to Woodsdale school and Mike Russell and the rest of the committee -- Robin O’Neil, Erin Woods, Julie Cawley, Ken London, Jeff's brother Doug, Nancy Cooney, Kristine and Rich Smith, and David Codero. And to our primary sponsors -- Cellphones for Soldiers, Cape Cod Lumber, Atlantic Elevator, Stop and Shop, and Country Rentals, thank you for your commitment and generosity. One of Jeff's favorite mantras was "Do it right or don't do it at all." I think he would agree that we did it right for 20 years. Thanks to all of you for coming year after year, and opening your wallets for our cause. ❤ Although the road race has come to an end, the remembering and honoring, and paying it forward, will continue.

Nearly 900 people have registered for the Final Jeff Coombs Memorial Road Race, Walk and Family Day. Don't miss out on the fun, the celebration of community, and the feeling of togetherness as we remember and pay tribute. It's not too late to sign up ...

Registrations are coming in faster than previous years leading me to believe people are excited for the very last roadrace! It’s going to be a bittersweet day for sure. Fingers crossed it can happen as planned without the pandemic having a major affect! Get your registration in so you don’t miss the fun.

The Winner of the Concert raffle is James Pearce! thanks to all who donated to enter.

A big thank you to whomever left the awesome Red Sox ornament bucket on my front steps for the Road Race raffle!

I'm thrilled to announce that Dic Donohue, the MBTA Transit Police Officer (ret) who sustained serious injuries from a gunshot wound in the post-Boston Marathon bombing shootout with the terrorists is going to be our official race starter! Marathon Hero and Gold Star Dad Carlos Arredondo will also be there. Join us to honor our police officers and military, and remember 9/11. In addition to all that, it's a great day you won't want to miss! Thank you Dic and Carlos!

The Jeff Coombs Memorial Road Race, Walk and Family Day- The Jeffrey Coombs Memorial Foundation

Just 2 weeks away. Run, walk or just be there to absorb all the love! It definitely gives out positive vibes of kindness, and I promise it'll make you smile. Join us. All for a great cause.

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Timeline Photos

In recognition of Jeff's Birthday on the day of the roadrace (sept. 18), were were going to release 58 balloons. But I've researched balloon releases further, and in spite of once reading that they were harmless to the environment, more research defies that, so we won't release any balloons. Any suggestiions for a healthy and fun substitute?

The Jeff Coombs Memorial Road Race, Walk and Family Day- The Jeffrey Coombs Memorial Foundation

Tonight Ken London and I went to the Marathon Sports End of Summer Classic at Bear Cove Park in Hingham to hand out flyers for the Jeff Coombs Road Race. It was nice to talk to people and hear how many knew of our event and have participated year after year! They also commented how happy they were that 15 years later we're still going strong! If you know of a roadrace before 9/18, let me know! We'd love to get registration flyers there! By the way, sign up by Sept . 1 for the discounted rate!!! http://www.jeffcoombsfund.org/fundraising-events/the-jeff-coombs-memorial-road-race-and-family-walk/

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The Jeff Coombs Memorial Road Race, Walk and Family Day- The Jeffrey Coombs Memorial Foundation

We are going to have about 30 cadets running cadence again this year in the Road Race. This is so cool ... come join them. Sign up by Wednesday before the fee increases and so you can get a shirt!
http://www.jeffcoombsfund.org/fundraising-events/the-jeff-coombs-memorial-road-race-and-family-walk/

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It'll be here before you know it -- the 15th Annual Jeff Coombs Memorial Road Race, Walk and Family Day!!! Come join the thousand others who are in for an awesome morning!

The Jeff Coombs Memorial Road Race, Walk and Family Day- The Jeffrey Coombs Memorial Foundation

One month from today ... are you going to help make it as wonderful as it has been for 14 years? It will be with you there!!! register here -- bring your family and friends, and don't forget, if you collect just $150 in donations from friends and family, you'll be entered to win a Patriots package including tickets! http://www.jeffcoombsfund.org/fundraising-events/the-jeff-coombs-memorial-road-race-and-family-walk/

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If you want to volunteer at the roadrace, please inbox me your availability for Saturday at 2-5 for set up, and/or Sunday morning for the event, as well as your email address. If you volunteered last year, you're on our list! If you've volunteered before but not last year and want to again this year, please let me know! Thanks!