Run the World's Most Iconic Races with Team Marathon Kids
Turn your miles into impact.
Team Marathon Kids provides runners with access to some of the world's most sought-after races while helping children build lifelong healthy habits through movement.
Whether you're chasing a World Major, your first marathon, or a bucket-list race, Team Marathon Kids can help you get to the starting line.
Interested in running with us?
Complete the form below and we'll send details about upcoming race opportunities.
Empowering the Next Generation of Runners
Team Marathon Kids (Team MK) is the official charity race team of Marathon Kids, where every mile you run and dollar you raise helps kids move more and dream bigger. Whether you’re training for your first 5K or your next marathon, you’ll be part of a community of runners raising funds to support free physical activity programs for schools and communities across the country. When you run for a reason, kids run too — stronger, farther, and with more confidence than ever before.
Why Team Marathon Kids?
Guaranteed Entry Opportunities
Gain access to select sold-out and high-demand races.
Run for a Purpose
Help Marathon Kids reach 1 million kids moving by 2028.
Community & Support
Fundraising resources, coaching support, and a team committed to making an impact.
30 Years of Movement
Join one of the nation’s leading youth physical activity nonprofits.
Featured Races
Every Mile Maters
For more than 30 years, Marathon Kids has helped children develop healthy habits through movement.
Today, Marathon Kids supports:
- 2,800+ Run Clubs
- 518,000+ Youth Participants Annually
- Programs in all 50 States
Your participation helps fuel the next generation of active kids.
Get Race Opportunities Delivered to Your Inbox
Interested in running with Team Marathon Kids?
Complete the form below to receive updates on upcoming charity race opportunities, guaranteed entry programs, fundraising support, and Team MK news. Whether you’re aiming for a World Major, a Disney race, or your next personal challenge, we’ll help you find the right opportunity.
Join our interest list and be the first to know when applications open.
2027 Walt Disney World® Marathon Weekend
Wednesday, January 6 - Sunday, January 10, 2027
Team Marathon Kids is proud to be part of the 2027 Walt Disney World® Marathon Weekend (5K, 10K, Half Marathon, Marathon) on Wednesday, January 6 - Sunday, January 10, 2027, as a participating charity.
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2027 Houston Marathon Charity Partner
Sunday, January 17, 2027
We’re excited to announce that Marathon Kids has been selected as an official charity partner for the 2027 Houston Marathon!
This is your chance to run one of Texas’ most iconic races while making a lasting impact on kids’ health, confidence, and lifelong love of movement.
By participating, Team MK members will help raise funds to support schools with free running programs, resources, and technology to promote healthy habits to youth of all ages, abilities and backgrounds.
2026 TCS Sydney Marathon Charity Partner
Sunday, August 30, 2026
We’re excited to share that Marathon Kids is a charity partner for the 2026 TCS Sydney Marathon! After incredible momentum in New York, Austin, and Los Angeles, we’re aiming to take our mission global, and we want passionate runners like you on the team.
If you’re ready to run for a reason and represent Team MK on the world stage, apply now to be considered for one of our limited spots
By participating, Team MK members will help raise funds to support schools with free running programs, resources, and technology to promote healthy habits to youth of all ages, abilities and backgrounds.
2026 TCS New York City Marathon Charity Partner
Sunday, November 1st, 2026
We're thrilled to be back for our third straight year as charity partner for the TCS New York City Marathon, offering our Team Marathon Kids runners the chance to experience this world-famous event.
By participating, Team MK members will help raise funds to support schools with free physical activity programs, resources, and technology to promote healthy habits to youth of all ages, abilities and backgrounds.
Austin Marathon Charity Partner
Stay Tuned for Information on the 2027 Marathon!
The Austin Marathon Gives program connects non-profit organizations to passionate race participants who want to fundraise and raise awareness for causes that give back to our local community.
Marathon Kids is pleased to be an official Run for Charity partner of the 2026 Ascension Seton Austin Marathon through Austin Marathon Gives. Your training journey is a challenge and has a deep personal meaning—join our team and add even more meaning to your training and race day miles by supporting a program that encourages active kids and helps develop the next generation of runners.
QUESTIONS?
Please contact teammk@marathonkids.org
with any questions about Team Marathon Kids and
the registration/fundraising process.