Nov 1, 2026
New York CityAll 5 Boroughs
Quick Overview
THANC has been selected as an official charity partner for the 2026 TCS New York City Marathon and has 3 guaranteed entries to offer qualifying runners.
If selected through our application process, you’ll receive a guaranteed marathon bib and join a small, mission-driven team committed to raising funds and awareness for people affected by thyroid, head and neck cancers.
This opportunity is best suited for runners who can commit to training through race day and are comfortable fundraising and sharing why they care.
Time Left Until Race Day!
How to Apply
Applications take about 5 minutes to complete. After applying, you’ll receive a confirmation email and next steps once selections are finalized.
What’s on the Application
- Basic contact information.
- Your running background and training plan.
- A brief fundraising plan.
- Why you want to run with Team THANC.
- Agreement to the $5000 fundraising minimum and deadlines.
About the Race
As the 50th anniversary of the five-borough marathon, the 2026 TCS New York City Marathon continues to take runners through Staten Island, Brooklyn, Queens, the Bronx and Manhattan with unmatched crowd support and global energy.
Whether this is your first marathon or your tenth, running as a charity partner offers a meaningful way to cross the finish line knowing your miles helped make a real impact.
Why Run With THANC
By running with THANC, you help ensure that patients, caregivers and clinicians have access to trusted resources and support when they need it most.
Your fundraising helps THANC:
- Keep patient and caregiver education free and accessible.
- Support programs that reduce isolation and improve care.
- Advance research and clinician education in thyroid and head and neck cancer.
Every dollar raised directly supports people navigating complex diagnoses and long-term survivorship.
What Team THANC Includes
If selected as a member of Team THANC, you’ll receive:
- Guaranteed entry to a coveted slot in the 2026 TCS New York City Marathon.
- Fundraising assistance and tips from knowledgeable THANC staff.
- Use of the HAKU platform to help the runner in their fundraising efforts.
- Personalized training schedule and planning resources.
- Official Team THANC / 2026 TCS New York City Marathon technical shirt.
Eligibility & Selection
Because only 3 bibs are available, applicants will be reviewed carefully.
Ideal Applicants
- Runners able to commit to training through race day.
- Comfortable fundraising a minimum of $5000.
- Willing to share why THANC’s mission matters to them.
- Positive ambassadors for THANC and the cancer community.
Selection Criteria
- Strength and feasibility of your fundraising plan.
- Demonstrated commitment to training.
- Alignment with THANC’s mission and values.
Fundraising Commitment
All Team THANC runners agree to:
- Apply by May 1st.
- Raise a minimum of $5000 by the designated deadline.
- The runner is responsible to pay for a one-time non-refundable race registration fee.
- $255 for NYRR members (plus a 5.7% processing fee).
- $315 for non-members (plus a 5.7% processing fee).
- Tip: NYRR membership is $63.45 and includes discounts on events and products. If runners plan to participate in other NYRR events this year, it may be worth becoming a member.
- Actively promote their fundraising through personal outreach and social sharing.
- Represent THANC in a respectful and mission-aligned way.
Fundraising milestones and deadlines will be shared upon acceptance. Employer matching gifts may count toward your total, where applicable.
Timeline
Application Open
Applications open to join Team THANC and secure your place in this historic race.
Application Deadline
Final day to apply and be considered for Team THANC marathon entries.
Race Day
Race day arrives as runners take on the 50th anniversary five-borough marathon.
Ready to Join Team THANC?
Run the 2026 TCS New York City Marathon as part of Team THANC and help support people facing thyroid and head and neck cancer.
