STAY TUNED FOR CHARITY APPLICATIONS! 

The YMCA of Greater New York is a proud long-time charity partner of the TCS New York City Marathon. The money you raise — a minimum of $4,500 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. Visit our team's page for more information.

Team Y Champions runner at the 2024 TCS NYC Marathon

Why Team Y Champions?

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

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.

Questions? Reach out to Tessa Greenberg at teamychampions@ymcanyc.org for more info.

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