2026 TCS NYC Marathon Charity Bib Application

Run for Team Reach the World!

Reach the World (RTW) has been selected as an Official Charity Partner for the 2026 TCS NYC Marathon! We are thrilled to ensure that all young students – not just a lucky few – see themselves as part of a reciprocal, global network.

NYRR TCS NYC Marathon Logo 

Reach the World makes the benefits of travel and global networks accessible to all students, inspiring the next generation of curious, confident and compassionate global citizens. To date, more than 115,000 students have connected with over 2,200 travelers across all seven continents, bringing real-world adventure and fresh global perspectives into classrooms. To learn more about Reach the World, please visit https://about.reachtheworld.org/

Reach the World will select at least three individuals who are able to fundraise $4,000+ per person by 10/18/2026 and run for RTW in the 2026 TCS NYC Marathon. While we would love to be able to select everyone who expresses interest in running for Reach the World, we will only be able to choose those who are the best fit for this opportunity. Please complete this form to tell us more about why you are interested in supporting RTW for this exciting event!

If you have any questions, please contact Chris Ahearn, Chief of Staff (chris@reachtheworld.org).

Team Reach the World is now FULL!  If you would like to be added to the waitlist, please complete the application below. 











Supporting Reach the World Through the 2026 TCS NYC Marathon



To represent Reach the World at the 2026 TCS NYC Marathon, you must raise at least $4,000 by 10/18/2026.


Agreements & Race Information


Please Note: New York Road Runners must approve of any AWD or wheelchair racers hoping to compete in the 2026 TCS NYC Marathon.




Reach the World will use the waitlist if current members of Team Reach the World decide to withdraw or if Reach the World is allocated additional race entries.