Most 72-year-olds don't run marathons, but Larry Williams does.

Williams, who lives in a log cabin in Kent, plans to drive three hours to the starting line of the Boston Marathon to run as part of Team HOPe.

HOPe stands for House of Possibilities Easton.

"We serve on average 300 families and individuals per year, and we predominantly work with young adults who are looking for greater independence and a pathway to employment," said Katie Terino, president and CEO of HOPe.

This will be Williams' fourth time running for the organization.

"It was such a positive experience last year that I just wanted to keep it going," he said.

Williams has raised more than $12,000 for HOPe for this year's race.

30,000 athletes are expected to compete in the 130th Boston Marathon on April 20.