Run the ING NYC Marathon with Team LinkEd!

Are you passionate about education? Do you love to run (or know someone who does)? If so, LinkEducation is looking for you!

Through a partnership with the New York Road Runners Community Charity program, LinkEducation (LinkEd) is offering five (5) guaranteed entry slots for the ING New York City Marathon, an illustrious 26.2-mile event taking place across all five boroughs of New York City on Sunday, November 4, 2012.

Proceeds from this event will help to fund LinkEducation's work in New York City, ensuring that we can continue to connect the community (including you!) with excellent educational programs both online and in person.

Join the Team

Registration Includes

• Guaranteed entry into the ING New York City Marathon
• Inspirational pasta party before the marathon
• Team LinkEd racing t-shirt
• Assistance setting-up a personalized donation website
• Fundraising tips for approaching potential supporters
• Recognition during the annual K-12 Education Expo

Responsibilities

Commitment to raise at least $2,500 for LinkEducation

• Donations can be any combination of cash, checks, or online donations by credit card. Checks should be made payable to LinkEducation
• Note: Please do not send cash in the mail. If you receive cash from a supporter, please simply keep the cash, write a personal check for the same amount, and mail it to our address

Responsibility for race registration fees, paid directly to New York Road Runners

• $11 processing fee (non-refundable), plus
• U.S. Residents: $216 entry fee for NYRR members or $255 for non-members
• Non-U.S. Residents (including Puerto Rico): $347 entry fee

Requirement to provide credit card information as a personal guarantee

• Note: Your credit card information will only be charged the balance due if we have not received $2,500 in donations by Friday, November 2, 2012 

Selection Process

• Download, complete, and return the LinkEd Marathon Application form
• Guaranteed entry slots will be provided on a first-come, first-served basis
• You will be notified of your status once your completed, signed application is reviewed.

Have additional questions? Please contact Eric Cipra at eric.cipra@linkeducation.org or (917) 342-2190. Thank you!

Past Teams