If you already have an entry to the 2026 TCS New York City Marathon, you can still join Team AANE. We’d be glad to have your support! Click here to create a fundraising page.
If receive your race entry for the 2026 TCS New York City Marathon from AANE, you commit to a $3,500 USD minimum fundraising goal.
If you already have your race entry for the 2026 TCS New York City Marathon, you commit to a $1,000 USD minimum fundraising goal.
Team Benefits
Guaranteed Race Entry
Guaranteed, non-complimentary entry for the TCS New York City Marathon. Runners will need to pay their own race entry fee to New York Road Runners upon registration to the event.
Fundraising Support
We’ll be there to support you in your fundraising journey, sending tips and tricks to make your campaign a success, or jumping on a call if you want to brainstorm ideas or need further advice.
Branded Running Jersey
A custom Team AANE running shirt for you to wear on race day, if you wish.
Access
Join AANE’s community and receive access to resources, connection, and support through our programs and services.
Impact
The opportunity to make a difference in the lives of Autistic individuals and their families from around the country.
FAQ
How much do I have to fundraise as a member of Team AANE for the 2026 TCS New York City Marathon?
If receive your race entry for the 2026 TCS New York City Marathon from AANE, you commit to a $3,500 USD minimum fundraising goal. If you already have your race entry for the 2026 TCS New York City Marathon, you commit to a $1,000 USD minimum fundraising goal.
How long do I have to raise the minimum fundraising goal?
All runners are strongly encouraged to reach their minimum fundraising goal—$3,500 USD for runners who receive their race entry from AANE; $1,000 USD for runners who already have their race entry—before race day, Sunday, November 1, 2026. Fundraising officially closes on Sunday, November 8, 2026.
What happens if I do not reach the minimum fundraising goal?
When registering to run with Team AANE, you are committing to personally donate or fundraise to reach your goal. If you do not reach the minimum fundraising goal—$3,500 USD for runners who receive their race entry from AANE; $1,000 USD for runners who already have their race entry—by Sunday, November 8, 2026, the outstanding balance will be billed to your credit card on Monday, November 9, 2026.
I’m already registered for the 2026 TCS New York City Marathon. Can I still join your team?
Absolutely! If you already have your own race entry, you’re welcome to join us! The minimum fundraising goal is $1,000 USD for runners who already have their race entry, due Sunday, November 8, 2026. Click here to set up a fundraising page.
What happens if I get injured, change my mind, or need to drop out?
When you receive a race entry from AANE, you are taking an entry that AANE has paid for and may not be able to re-fill if you drop out. As such, AANE counts on each runner who receives their race entry from us to raise the fundraising minimum goal of $3,500 USD to support our mission.
If you are a runner who has received their race entry from AANE and are unable to run the race due to injury or unforeseen circumstance, you may (unless official event rules change) defer your entry to the following year’s race provided that you 1) Complete your fundraising goal by race day; 2) Pay the race entry fee a second time upon registration the following year.
Who should I reach out to if I still have questions?
