Join Team Hope Gala

FOR THE 2025 TCS NEW YORK CITY MARATHON on Sunday, November 2nd!

The Hope Gala is proud to announce we have been selected for the fourth year in a row as an Official Charity Partner for the TCS New York City Marathon. As an official charity partner, we offer post-drawing, guaranteed race entry to select runners who pledge to raise funds for The Hope Gala in the fight against childhood cancer.

To apply for a guaranteed race entry and the opportunity to join #TeamHopeGala, please complete this form by April 4 at 11:59 p.m. ET to express your interest.

There are a limited number of spots available and we will be selecting runners through an application process. Runners will be confirmed with the return of commitment and release forms.

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Perks of running with The Hope Gala

  • Guaranteed entry to the 2025 TCS New York City Marathon (runner pays entrance fee)

  • Dedicated fundraising resources and support, including a personal fundraising page, to help you meet your fundraising goal

  • Signature ‘The Hope Gala’ NYC Marathon gear + additional The Hope Gala running gear

  • Inspiration and motivation from a Four Diamonds Family

  • Two (2) complimentary GA tickets for the 2026 Hope Gala

  • Post-race runner celebration at a local spot in NYC

Fundraising commitment

The Hope Gala runners commit to fundraising a minimum of $5,000 due in full by 11:59 p.m. ET on Thursday, October 2, 2025. If the fundraising pledge is not met, the remaining balance is charged to the card on file on Friday, October 3, 2025, in addition to the NYRR race registration fee.

ALREADY HAVE GUARANTEED ENTRY TO THE 2025 TCS NEW YORK CITY MARATHON?

You can still train with The Hope Gala to get race-day ready! Runners with entry can register with The Hope Gala and receive a reduced fundraising commitment of $3,500 to receive the race day perks and raise funds, For The Kids!

Email Kyle Robb at kyle@nychopegala.com for details on how to get involved.

NYRR Rules of Competition

Please review NYRR's full policy prior to inquiring with The Hope Gala to ensure you are eligible to participate in this event.

You must be 18 or older to participate.