Here's what people are saying about us...

Kelvin from AK - Thanks for this kind of group. This is the first I have heard of this organization and will pass on this information to anyone that I know.

Camille from CO - I think this is wonderful. Thanks.

Cleveland  from FL - Thanks for all the good that you do .

Sobani from FL - Thanks to all involved for organizing and maintaining this website.  

Alpha from GA - Hi, I/m passing this  on some of my friends.

JoVonn from GA - I saw the insert in Heart and Soul magazine (August edition) about this association. I look forward to participating with you all in other running events.

Tiffany from GA - I am a fairly new runner and have lost and kept off 50 pounds.  My goals are to lose an additional 50 pounds and run a half marathon.  I am interested in helping with the scholarship as well.

Vanessa from GA - I am SO HAPPY that I found you guys on the 'net.  Although I am just starting to marathon, I would love to run with the group where ever you decide to go.

Marietta from IL - I am so happy to have stumbled on this website.  Unfortunately, I had no idea that such an organization existed.  I would really like more information on this so I can get it out to more Black runners like myself!

Mike from IL - Willing to participate in any marathon, any location, providing time can be set aside.

Stormy from IL - I applaud your commitment to running and spreading your passion to others.  Your organization is a great way to get Black children and adults involved. I look forward to marathoning with the NBMA!

Valarie from IL - Hello. A friend just sent me your website information.   This is awesome and I look forward to participating in some marathons with your group.

Melanie from MD - So happy to have found out about this group!!

Wendy from MD - I just did my first 10K in Cleveland and hope to graduate to half marathon by October. It was wonderful seeing so many of us in Cleveland .

Theodore from MN - Runners: Hello there!  Glad to see that your organization  exists. I look forward to sharing my insights regarding running as well as hearing  from others about their experiences. Please sign me up immediately, and I look forward to hearing from you.

Milton  from MO - Thanks for participating in the Lewis and Clark Marathon in St. Charles , Missouri .  If you had not advertised in their registration section, I would not have known such an organization existed.  My wife and I have been running marathons for 4 years and it has been a wonderful experience.  We have met some great African-Americans marathoners and we are looking forward to meeting more.

Margaret from NJ - Interested in walking a half-marathon.  Thanks.

Vivian from NJ - I came across your website on the marathon webpage and would love to participate.

Hubert from NY - It's great to discover you Guys!! Look forward to running with you.

Richard from NY - Great idea whose time has come...health benefits will be plentiful along w/good wholesome friendship thru sport!

Benjamin from OH - I an glad to be a part of the Black Marathon runners and it is always great to be around the people of color.

Char from OH - I was really happy to hear about your organization.  I will be at the Cleveland Rite Aid Marathon.  It will be so refreshing to see more people running - especially when they look like me.

Gillis from OH - I have been running marathons since 1997. My
ultimate goal is to run in all fifty states and all seven continents before age 65.  I completed marathons in fourteen states already.

Keebler from OH - I am a member of the mighty Avondale Running Club in Cincinnati , Ohio . I have never run a marathon before, but I will see you all at the Lewis and Clark, running at least a half. This is an excellent organization.

Mary from OH - I'm excited about getting involved with your organization. I'd also like to help spread the word!

Michele from OH - I didn't know the NBMA exist.  I really want to be a part of this organization.  I love to do marathons and have made it my passion to inform other AA about health and wellness.

Bev from PA - I am attempting to get myself in shape to run.  It is a goal but I haven't run any races yet.

Pearl  from PA - I have been overjoyed in knowing NBMA exists. and it was wonderful meeting several members Plus Charlotte and Tony was very friendly and welcoming. I told my sister (my own cheerleader) that this is want I have been looking for a group that shared the love & pain of running marathons. I watched the group picture being taken and next time I plan on being in the photo too! Have great day!

Alberta from TX - Glad to know this group exist..not many of us do this.........

Anjanette from TX - This is great. My co-workers and I were just discussing how African-Americans don't do distance running, especially not the adults. We have too many health problems and don't address our diet or exercise nearly enough. We're all nurses at Parkland Hospital and try to encourage other nurses to get into running , at their own pace and distance to improve their health. I'm new to running, but my goal is to train up to a marathon.

Michael from TX - Glad I found you guys.  Can't wait to meet more Black folks who run. 

DeWayne from VA - I read Tony's article about his Africa Marathon - I was inspired! Plus we have the same last name so I'm already claiming we're family:)

Evelyn from VA - It is so nice to see that there are other Black long distance runners. Sometimes, I feel like I am the only one. I am the only one in my training team.  It is very nice to see that you do have the support system with organizations like this one.  Keep up the good work!

Marion from VA - Thank you for a dream that I have is to motivate African Americans to exercise and stay fit. We have very few that seem to take fitness over fast foods and booze. I am thrilled that you all have started this effort.

Michele from VA - I just learned about this organization while reading an article in Runner's World on-line. This is great. I'm really excited to know you exist and I'm signing on immediately.

Rob from VA - I think what you're doing is a very good idea. It would be nice to see more people of color at some of the races I run.

Jay from VI - Thanks for creating this organization!

Joan from WA - I am soooo happy to know that this organization exists! A foot injury and surgery had me sidelined from running for over a year, but now I'm back and I have slowly started training again. Because of my foot injury, I've retired from running half marathons (and I'm not too happy about it, especially after seeing the gorgeous Lost Dutchman medal). However, if all goes well, I'll be running the Lost Dutchman 10K and I might be able to convince my brother and a couple others to join me!

Raymond - I just wanted to say that I enjoy the website.  I look at it on occasion. I just want to express how much I enjoy running and I really love having a website I can go to so I can read about Black long distance runners. I would love to eventually participate in a marathon in which a lot of my fellow Black runners congregate. Please keep on keeping on with the website, I will be reading.