TeamAIDAsha (TAA) is a beginner-friendly marathon/half-marathon training and fundraising program jointly organized by the volunteers from Boston/MIT chapters of Association for India's Development (AID) and Asha for Education. Fully volunteer-led since 2004, we help train you for a Full or a Half Marathon race while you raise funds for AID and Asha.
Beginner as well as experienced runners are welcome!Who can join?
• Anyone from a couch potato to an experienced runner :)
• Anyone looking for a challenging activity this summer
• Anyone who cares to make a difference in the world
Why join the TAA program?
• Train with a group to achieve your Marathon goal
• Detailed training plan, special clinics along with personal guidance from a certified coach
• Water support and assistance from veteran alumni and volunteers during long runs
• Guidance, specialized clinic and mentoring for fundraising from team of alumni runners
• Target races: Marine Corps Marathon (Washington DC), Baystate Half or Full Marathon (Lowell, MA), Cambridge Half Marathon
• TeamAIDAsha t-shirt
• Team socials & outings and the opportunity to make connections and develop strong bonds with your cohort team members and volunteers
• Know that you are helping make a positive change via grassroots initiatives for so many in India
Where can I learn more?
• Leave you contact information below so that we can send you info for our group runs starting in April 2026. Learn more about the program here (a recording of our 2025 season kickoff):
