Become a Charity Runner with the Allyson Whitney Foundation: Run for Hope in 2026
Saturday, November 15, 2025 Marathon Half Marathon
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The year ahead is bursting with incredible races, inspiring athletes, and meaningful miles. As we lace up for another unforgettable season, every finish line you cross brings hope, strength, and tangible support to young adults battling rare cancers.
Whether you’re running your first 5K or conquering a marathon across the world, joining Team Allyson Whitney means more than miles — it means making a difference. 💙
🎉 Looking Back: A Million Reasons to Celebrate!
Thanks to your unstoppable spirit and compassion, 2025 was a heartfelt year — and a record-breaking one! Together, we reached an extraordinary milestone:
- 💰 $1,000,000 in Giving!
- 💙 $72,000 awarded in Life Interrupted Grants — with more to come this year.
- 🎁 75 HOPE Comfort Bags delivered, wrapping warmth and care around patients in treatment.
- 🌱 $35,000 in Oncology Fertility Grants awarded, with an additional $25,000 pledged!
Your impact is real. Your miles matter. Every step counts.
🏃♀️ Every Step, Every Pedal, Every Cheer — Our 2026 Race Calendar Is LIVE!
From the cobblestone streets of Europe to the coastlines of California and the energy of New York City, your dream race — and your charity bib — awaits!
✨ Find Your Wishlist Race — Charity Entries Open Now!
| Date | Race | Location |
| January 24 | Lifetime Miami Marathon | Miami, FL |
| March 1 | Napa Valley Marathon | Napa Valley, CA |
| March 8 | Lisbon Half Marathon | Lisbon, Portugal |
| March 8 – FILLED | HOKA Paris Half Marathon | Paris, France |
| March 15 | United Airlines NYC Half Marathon |
New York, NY |
| March 22 | Run to Rome Marathon | Rome, Italy |
| March 28 | Prague Half Marathon | Prague, Czech Republic |
| March 29 | Berlin Half Marathon | Berlin, Germany |
| April 12 – FILLED | Schneider Electric Paris Marathon | Paris, France |
| April 26 | Big Sur International Marathon | Carmel, CA |
| May 26 | Sanlam Cape Town Marathon | Cape Town, South Africa |
| August 30 | TCS Sydney Marathon | Sydney, Australia |
| September 20 | Copenhagen Half Marathon | Copenhagen, Denmark |
| September 27 | BMW Berlin Marathon | Berlin, Germany |
| October 4 | Cardiff Half Marathon | Cardiff, Wales |
| October 25 | Valencia Half Marathon | Valencia, Spain |
| October 25 | Irish Dublin Marathon | Dublin, Ireland |
| October 27 | Marine Corps Marathon | Washington, DC |
| November 1 | TCS NYC Marathon | New York, NY |
| December 13 | JAL Honolulu Marathon | Honolulu, HI |
| TBA | Lavender Yoga Bliss | Virtual / In-person |
| TBA | AWF 5k | TBD |
TBA events will be updated as official 2026 race calendars are released.
💪 Why Run with the Allyson Whitney Foundation?
When you become a charity runner, you’re not just racing — you’re part of a global community of compassion and courage. Your fundraising directly supports young adults facing rare cancers, providing grants that help with fertility preservation, treatment costs, and quality-of-life care.
You’ll receive:
- A personal fundraising page and resources to help you reach your goals.
- Exclusive Team AWF gear and race-day support.
- Access to a community of fellow runners, survivors, and supporters who share your passion for purpose.
🧡 Join the Movement — Because Every Step Matters
No matter your pace, your participation fuels hope. Together, we’re running toward a world where no young adult faces cancer alone.
🏅 Sign up today. Lace up with love. Run for rare.
Find your 2026 Charity Race now: https://allysonwhitney.org/events/
Have questions and need to contact us? Reach out to Barbara@allysonwhitney.org or Melissa@allysonwhitney.org.
