The YMCA of Greater New York is a proud long-time charity partner of the 2024 TCS New York City Marathon. Thank you for joining us on November 3 at our Y Cheer Zones! We are so proud of our runners for surpassing our $70,0000 goal, raising $82,000 in the 2024 season. Check back in the spring for information on how to register for the November 2, 2025 race.

 

Why Team Y Champions?

The money you raise — a minimum of $4,000 is required — in exchange for a spot in this historic event will support the Y's essential community programs and services including afterschool care, immigrant services, college access programming, and more. 

Training

  • Access to NYRR Virtual Trainer
  • Curated weekly runs for local team members by our Team Captain 
  • Workshop sessions with endurance athletes 

Race Day

  • Exclusive Y swag, including a Y Champions singlet 
  • Pre-race team dinner 
  • Access passes to West Side Y (near finish line) for access to amenities all weekend, pick-up/drop-off, a family reunion space, and an afterparty  
  • Team Y Champions branch cheer zones on the marathon route to encourage runners throughout the race (mile 7, 12, 22, finish)

Fundraising

  • Team photo and video shoot to boost fundraising efforts 
  • A customizable crowdfunding page
  • A fundraising and social media toolkit to help you manage your campaign
  • Regular check-ins with a Y fundraiser who manages the promotion of your fundraising on all digital platforms from the Association and branches.

Interested in joining Team Y Champions?

Reach out to Tessa Greenberg at tgreenberg@ymcanyc.org.

Please note that runners are responsible for covering their TCS New York City Marathon entry fee.