{"id":230566,"date":"2025-10-27T08:54:30","date_gmt":"2025-10-27T08:54:30","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/worldmarathoner.com\/?p=230566"},"modified":"2025-10-27T08:54:30","modified_gmt":"2025-10-27T08:54:30","slug":"new-york-city-marathon-2026-run-charity-with-team-for-kids","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/worldmarathoner.com\/en\/new-york-city-marathon-2026-run-charity-with-team-for-kids\/","title":{"rendered":"New York City Marathon 2026: Run Charity with Team for Kids"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2><strong>New York City Marathon 2026: Run Charity with Team for Kids<\/strong><\/h2>\n<div class=\"container\">\n<p>The TCS New York City Marathon 2026 will take place on <strong>November 1, 2026<\/strong>. One of the most popular ways to secure a guaranteed entry is to join the charity team <strong>Team for Kids (TFK)<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>Running with Team for Kids not only guarantees your participation in the race but also supports the NYRR (New York Road Runners) mission, which aims to build healthier and stronger communities through running. Funds raised by TFK runners help support free youth and community programs.<\/p>\n<p>Registration for Team for Kids for the 2026 Marathon opens on <strong>October 26, 2025, at 7:00 AM<\/strong>. Below are the available packages and their requirements.<\/p>\n<h4><strong>Guaranteed Entry Packages for NYC Marathon 2026<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p>By choosing one of the following packages, you receive a guaranteed bib number in exchange for committing to raise a certain amount for charity.<\/p>\n<div style=\"width: 100%; overflow-x: auto; margin: 30px auto;\">\n<table style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; background-color: #fff; box-shadow: 0 2px 6px rgba(0,0,0,0.08); border-radius: 6px; overflow: hidden;\">\n<thead>\n<tr style=\"background-color: #29495e; color: #fff;\">\n<th style=\"padding: 12px 15px; text-align: left; font-weight: 600;\">Package Name<\/th>\n<th style=\"padding: 12px 15px; text-align: left; font-weight: 600;\">Financial Commitment<\/th>\n<th style=\"padding: 12px 15px; text-align: left; font-weight: 600;\">Key Benefits<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr style=\"background-color: #f9f9f9;\">\n<td style=\"padding: 12px 15px;\"><strong>TFK General Entry<\/strong><\/td>\n<td style=\"padding: 12px 15px;\">$3,000<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding: 12px 15px;\">\n<ul style=\"margin: 0; padding-left: 18px;\">\n<li>Guaranteed entry to the marathon<\/li>\n<li>Virtual training plan (NYRR x Runna)<\/li>\n<li>In-person training sessions in NYC (from June 2026)<\/li>\n<li>TFK race shirt<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><em>Note: This package does not include race day amenities (e.g., tent, transport).<\/em><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"padding: 12px 15px;\"><strong>TFK Premium Experience<\/strong><\/td>\n<td style=\"padding: 12px 15px;\">$4,000<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding: 12px 15px;\">\n<ul style=\"margin: 0; padding-left: 18px;\">\n<li>Everything from the &#8220;General Entry&#8221; package PLUS:<\/li>\n<li>Private transportation to the start<\/li>\n<li>Access to a heated start tent<\/li>\n<li>Special early exit from the finish area<\/li>\n<li>Access to the TFK finish tent<\/li>\n<li>Invitation to TFK breakfast<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"background-color: #f9f9f9;\">\n<td style=\"padding: 12px 15px;\"><strong>TFK Premium Experience Plus<\/strong><\/td>\n<td style=\"padding: 12px 15px;\">$5,000<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding: 12px 15px;\">\n<ul style=\"margin: 0; padding-left: 18px;\">\n<li>Everything from the &#8220;Premium Experience&#8221; package PLUS:<\/li>\n<li>1 ticket to the &#8220;Night of Champions&#8221; gala<\/li>\n<li>4 tickets to grandstand seating at the finish line<\/li>\n<li>Strategy session with Meb Keflezighi<\/li>\n<li>&#8220;Fast Pass&#8221; for medal engraving<\/li>\n<li>Limited edition TFK sweatshirt<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"padding: 12px 15px;\"><strong>TFK Community Champion<\/strong><\/td>\n<td style=\"padding: 12px 15px;\">$10,000<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding: 12px 15px;\">\n<ul style=\"margin: 0; padding-left: 18px;\">\n<li>Everything from the &#8220;Premium Plus&#8221; package PLUS:<\/li>\n<li>New Balance 2026 Marathon jacket<\/li>\n<li>Wave 1 start<\/li>\n<li>2 tickets to the &#8220;Night of Champions&#8221; gala<\/li>\n<li>MarathonFoto photo package<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<h4><strong>Additional Fees (Independent of Fundraising)<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p>Please note that in addition to the fundraising commitment, every runner must cover the following costs, which are <strong>not included<\/strong> in the fundraising amount:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>TFK registration fee:<\/strong> $107<\/li>\n<li><strong>NYRR marathon entry fee:<\/strong>\n<ul>\n<li>$255 (for NYRR members)<\/li>\n<li>$315 (for non-members)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>The final deadline to raise the full amount is <strong>Wednesday, October 7, 2026<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<h4><strong>&#8220;Altruist&#8221; Packages (For Runners with Their Own Bib Number)<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p>If you already have a guaranteed entry to the TCS New York City Marathon 2026 (e.g., through the lottery, qualifying time, or the 9+1 program), you can still join Team for Kids to support their mission and train with the team.<\/p>\n<div class=\"promo-box\">\n<div style=\"width: 100%; overflow-x: auto; margin: 30px auto;\">\n<table style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; background-color: #fff; box-shadow: 0 2px 6px rgba(0,0,0,0.08); border-radius: 6px; overflow: hidden;\">\n<thead>\n<tr style=\"background-color: #29495e; color: #fff;\">\n<th style=\"padding: 12px 15px; text-align: left; font-weight: 600;\">Package Name<\/th>\n<th style=\"padding: 12px 15px; text-align: left; font-weight: 600;\">Financial Commitment<\/th>\n<th style=\"padding: 12px 15px; text-align: left; font-weight: 600;\">What You Get<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr style=\"background-color: #f9f9f9;\">\n<td style=\"padding: 12px 15px;\"><strong>TFK Training Altruist<\/strong><\/td>\n<td style=\"padding: 12px 15px;\">$1,500<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding: 12px 15px;\">\n<ul style=\"margin: 0; padding-left: 18px;\">\n<li>Virtual training plan (NYRR x Runna)<\/li>\n<li>Invitations to in-person TFK training sessions<\/li>\n<li>Invitation to the final &#8220;Light Up the Night&#8221; training session<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"padding: 12px 15px;\"><strong>TFK Experience Altruist<\/strong><\/td>\n<td style=\"padding: 12px 15px;\">$3,000<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding: 12px 15px;\">\n<ul style=\"margin: 0; padding-left: 18px;\">\n<li>All benefits from the &#8220;Training Altruist&#8221; package PLUS:<\/li>\n<li>TFK race shirt<\/li>\n<li>Full race day amenities (transport to start, heated tent, finish tent, TFK breakfast)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<h4><strong>Ready to Run with Team for Kids?<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p>Remember, registration opens <strong>October 26, 2025<\/strong>. By running with TFK, you help fund running programs for over 200,000 children across the United States.<\/p>\n<p>For more information and registration preparation, visit the official NYRR website. (Link coming soon)<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"width: 100%; max-width: 800px; margin: 40px auto; font-family: 'Poppins', Arial, sans-serif;\">\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center; color: #1e3d59; margin-bottom: 24px;\">FAQ \u2013 Team for Kids Packages 2026<\/h2>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f9f9f9; padding: 24px; border-radius: 10px; box-shadow: 0 2px 10px rgba(0,0,0,0.08);\">\n<h3 style=\"color: #1e3d59;\">What is the date of the 2026 marathon?<\/h3>\n<p>The TCS New York City Marathon 2026 will take place on Sunday, November 1, 2026.<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"color: #1e3d59;\">Is the NYRR entry fee included in the fundraising commitment?<\/h3>\n<p>No. The financial commitment (e.g., $3,000 for the General Entry package) is the amount you need to raise for charity. The TFK registration fee ($107) and marathon entry fee ($255 for NYRR members or $315 for non-members) are paid separately.<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"color: #1e3d59;\">What if I already have my own marathon bib number?<\/h3>\n<p>Great! You can join TFK as an &#8220;Altruist.&#8221; Two packages are available (Training Altruist for $1,500 or Experience Altruist for $3,000), allowing you to train with the team and support the charity without receiving a guaranteed bib number.<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"color: #1e3d59;\">What is the final deadline to raise funds?<\/h3>\n<p>The full fundraising amount must be collected by Wednesday, October 7, 2026.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #fdfdfd; border: 1px solid #eee; padding: 20px; margin: 30px 0; border-radius: 8px;\">\n<h4 style=\"color: #29495e;\">Recommended also:<\/h4>\n<p>If you are interested in running the NYC Marathon through philanthropy, check the details here:<br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/worldmarathoner.com\/en\/new-york-city-marathon-guaranteed-entry-through-new-york-road-runners-philanthropy\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">guaranteed entry via NYRR philanthropy<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Want to learn the rules of the 2026 NYC Marathon lottery? Everything is in this post:<br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/worldmarathoner.com\/en\/new-york-city-marathon-2026-lottery-rules\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">NYC Marathon 2026 lottery rules<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>And if you are curious about the course elevation profile, see my guide:<br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/worldmarathoner.com\/en\/new-york-city-marathon-2025-elevation-profile\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">NYC Marathon 2025 elevation profile<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"source\">Source: NYRR Team for Kids<\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The article outlines Team for Kids packages for the NYC Marathon 2026 and explains the associated benefits and financial requirements.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":3,"featured_media":230570,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_et_pb_use_builder":"","_et_pb_old_content":"","_et_gb_content_width":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[54],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-230566","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-new-york-city-marathon-en"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/worldmarathoner.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/230566","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/worldmarathoner.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/worldmarathoner.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/worldmarathoner.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/3"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/worldmarathoner.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=230566"}],"version-history":[{"count":3,"href":"https:\/\/worldmarathoner.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/230566\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":230572,"href":"https:\/\/worldmarathoner.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/230566\/revisions\/230572"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/worldmarathoner.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/230570"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/worldmarathoner.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=230566"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/worldmarathoner.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=230566"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/worldmarathoner.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=230566"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}