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Run the 2026 TCS New York City Marathon with 261 Fearless


Run the City. Power the Movement.

If you:

  • Are passionate about supporting women
  • Believe in the power of running to spark confidence and change
  • Know that one person can ignite something bigger
  • Own more running shoes than you care to admit (we won’t judge 😉)

Then this might be your moment.

Run with 261 Fearless Team NYC 2026

261 Fearless Inc. is once again a proud member of the Official Charity Program of the TCS New York City Marathon and we’re building an extraordinary team of runners ready to make every mile matter.

Our Charity Runners are more than participants. They are advocates, fundraisers, and believers in our mission: to provide education and local running opportunities for women of all ages, backgrounds, and fitness levels worldwide.

Because we believe:
Education fuels empowerment.
Empowered women run fearlessly forward.
And fearlessly empowered women change the world.

What It’s Like to Run with 261 Fearless

From the moment you join the team to long after you cross the finish line, you’ll be fully supported. As a Charity Runner, you’ll receive:

  • Fundraising guidance
  • Virtual team gatherings
  • Exclusive team swag
  • A truly unforgettable marathon experience

You’ll connect with runners from around the globe and become part of the extended 261 Fearless family, all rooted in encouragement, inclusion, and shared purpose.

🌍 All runners are welcome. We proudly invite applicants from anywhere in the world and of all gender identities.
🎟️ Already have a bib? Amazing! Bibbed runners are also encouraged to apply to join 261 Fearless Team NYC 2025.

What Past Team Members Say

“The inclusive and empowering atmosphere made this experience so special. Running for an organization that uplifts women added an entirely new meaning to marathon weekend.”

“The best part? The incredible women I now call friends.”

Important Details

  • Fundraising Commitment:
    • $4,261 (Charity Runner)
    • $2,000 (Bibbed Runner)
  • Registration Fee:
    • $255 (NYRR member)
    • $315 (Non-member)

Can you already hear the roar of the crowds as you make your way through Central Park toward the finish line?

Don’t wait.
Apply now and become part of 261 Fearless Team NYC 2025—where every step helps empower women around the world.

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