A Fair Shake for Youth is proud to be an official charity partner of the 2026 TCS New York City Marathon. Join Team Fair Shake to run this iconic 26.2-mile race, accomplish an amazing goal, and raise funds that will help some of New York City's poorest kids.
A Fair Shake for Youth helps underserved NYC middle schoolers build greater empathy and self-esteem through a structured, hands-on program with therapy dogs.As they make the dogs successful they build the skills and behaviors they need to succeed in and out of school and in life. Learn more about our work.
Benefits and Requirements
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Commit to raise $4,000 by Wednesday, October 28th
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Pay the Race Registration Fee directly to New York Road Runners
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Receive guaranteed entry in the 2025 TCS NYC Marathon
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Ongoing fundraising assistance from A Fair Shake for Youth
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A personalized fundraising page
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Official Fair Shake Team bib and coveted Fair Shake swag
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Coaching advice from a Fair Shake volunteer who has completed 16 marathons including the World Major Marathons (NYC, London, Berlin, Tokyo Chicago and Boston)
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Access to a private Team Fair Shake What's App group
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Highest fundraiser has the opportunity for a therapy dog to visit at their workplace or to visit one of our school programs
Questions about the 2026 TCS NYC Marathon, please check the NYRR site
