Hartford Marathon Foundation Seeks Nominations of Outstanding Community Contributors

This team of inspirational and motivational athletes will represent the best examples of runners who support community groups, causes and charitable organizations.  Candidate submissions must reflect the ways in which the runner has been positively linked to these initiatives.

Applications will be accepted from runners of any age or skill level participating in the Eversource Hartford Marathon and Half Marathon, running on Saturday, October 10, 2015, in Hartford, CT. Runners can nominate themselves or others who they feel represent inspiring qualities. 

Aiello Inspiration Team members will be provided with elite level benefits during race weekend including complimentary hotel stay (for those 75+ miles from Hartford), Pasta Supper tickets and marathon apparel. Additionally, they will receive a complimentary PRE Perks package (value $65) including limited access parking adjacent to the start/finish line, Mail My Packet service to receive bib and shirt in late September, personalized bib, access to pre-race VIP area and personal baggage check.

Nomination forms are available on the Eversource Hartford Marathon and Half Marathon Registration Tab under Aiello Inspiration Team. Nominations will be accepted through July 15. A panel committee will review applications and winners will be notified in late July.

“We’ve been introduced to so many truly inspirational individuals who have committed to run, volunteer or fundraise through the Eversource Hartford Marathon, we look forward to seeing what this year’s nominations bring,” said Beth Shluger, CEO of the Hartford Marathon Foundation and Race Director of the Eversource Hartford Marathon and Half Marathon.

“It’s an honor to continue supporting the great tradition of the Aiello Inspiration Team and bring well-deserved attention to athletes that make positive contributions to their communities, causes and charitable organizations,” said Michael Jezouit, President of Aiello Home Services.

The inspiration team was introduced in 2011. Aiello Home Services signed on to support the Aiello Inspiration Team in 2013 to help recognize the many amazing personal journeys and experiences that compel runners to take part in Hartford Marathon Foundation events.

The event has received national recognition for its commitment to providing all runners with exceptional services, including award-winning post-race food and top-notch entertainment. Extensive efforts to off-set the environmental impact of the event have earned the Eversource Hartford Marathon recertification at the Gold level by the Council for Responsible Sport. A repeat recipient of recognition by the Road Runners Club of America, the Marathon has earned Regional Championship and National Championship status. 

About the Hartford Marathon Foundation

The Hartford Marathon Foundation, Inc. is a nonprofit organization founded in 1994 to create and manage fitness events that inspire people to be healthy and fit. Located in Glastonbury, Connecticut, the Hartford Marathon Foundation organizes 32 annual athletic events, including the Eversource Hartford Marathon, and 25 training programs.

For more information, visit www.HartfordMarathon.com and on Facebook at HMF Events.