The BAA will provide a direct financial contribution of $700,000 over the next four years while providing entries into the Boston Marathon that the BAA says could see fundraising totals for the Reggie exceed $1.

The Boston Athletic Association on Thursday announced it will invest more than $1 million in The Reggie Lewis Track and Athletic Center at Roxbury Community College.

"We are focused on providing all athletes – no matter experience level, background, or age – a chance to participate and take part in athletics at the RLTAC."

The BAA, which is most known for hosting the Boston Marathon, is donating $1.3 million to the Reggie Lewis Center.

The Reggie Lewis Track and Athletic Center (RLTAC) at Roxbury Community College and the Boston Athletic Association (B.A.A.) on Thursday announced a groundbreaking multi-year partnership advancing athletic programming and opportunities at the Roxbury athletic facility.