Be a Pacesetter

Dana-Farber Marathon Challenge Pacesetter

Be a critical part of Dana-Farber’s mission to conquer cancer by raising $13,100 or more to earn the elite distinction of Pacesetter. This group of exceptional fundraisers is celebrated for their efforts with exclusive recognition and rewards.

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Pacesetter Levels

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$13.1K Pacesetter rewards $13.1K Pacesetter

  • Dana-Farber Marathon Challenge $13.1K Pacesetter patch to wear proudly on Marathon Monday
  • Recognition on RunDFMC.org, during team activities, and on Marathon Weekend
  • Invitation to Top Pacesetters Reception

$20K Pacesetter rewards $20K Pacesetter

  • Dana-Farber Marathon Challenge $20K Pacesetter patch to wear proudly on Marathon Monday
  • Recognition on RunDFMC.org, during team activities, and on Marathon Weekend
  • Invitation to Top Pacesetters Reception
  • Two tickets to a Boston Marathon® weekend Red Sox game (must achieve $20K+ by April 1, 2024)

$26.2K Pacesetter rewards $26.2K Pacesetter

  • Dana-Farber Marathon Challenge $26.2K Pacesetter patch to wear proudly on Marathon Monday
  • Recognition on RunDFMC.org, during team activities, and on Marathon Weekend
  • Invitation to Top Pacesetters Reception
  • Two tickets to a Boston Marathon weekend Red Sox game (must achieve $20K+ by April 1, 2024)
  • Two "After 1 p.m." Finish Line tickets for the 128th Boston Marathon, courtesy of the Boston Athletic Association (must achieve $25K+ by April 1, 2024)
  • Commemorative $26.2K Boston Marathon Waistpack

$50K Pacesetter rewards $50K Pacesetter

  • Dana-Farber Marathon Challenge $50K Pacesetter patch to wear proudly on Marathon Monday
  • Recognition on RunDFMC.org, during team activities, and on Marathon Weekend
  • Invitation to Top Pacesetters Reception
  • Two tickets to a Boston Marathon weekend Red Sox game (must achieve $20K+ by April 1, 2024)
  • Two "After 1 p.m." Finish Line tickets for the 128th Boston Marathon, courtesy of the Boston Athletic Association (must achieve $25K+ by April 1, 2024)
  • Commemorative $26.2K Boston Marathon Waistpack
  • Commemorative $50K Boston Marathon Backpack