A Greater Yellowlegs sporting running sneakers and a sweatband. Graphic by NYC Bird Alliance
TCS New York City Marathon
NYC Bird Alliance is thrilled to be a Bronze Level Charity for the 2026 TCS New York City Marathon.
For the second year, we will sponsor three runners to compete for Team Greater Yellowlegs and fundraise for NYC Bird Alliance, supporting our conservation work throughout the five boroughs.
For the second year, we will sponsor three runners to compete for Team Greater Yellowlegs and fundraise for NYC Bird Alliance, supporting our conservation work throughout the five boroughs.
DETAILS
- Three runners will be chosen to run for NYC Bird Alliance's Team Greater Yellowlegs.
- Once selected, each runner will be provided with a personalized Give Lively fundraising page to share with their community.
- Each runner must commit to fundraising $5,000 to support NYC Bird Alliance's mission of protecting NYC birds and habitat. A minimum of $3,000 is required for entry to the marathon, no exceptions. If a runner does not meet their $3,000 minimum, they will be charged the remaining amount.
- Please note that all runners will be required to pay a race registration fee. ($255.00 for NYRR members; $315.00 for non-members)
- The 2026 NYC Marathon will take place on Sunday, November 1, 2026.
RUN WITH US!
Applications for the 2026 TCS New York City Marathon are now open. To apply, please email marathon@nycbirdalliance.org with the following information:
- Name and Borough (NYC Bird Alliance is only recruiting runners who reside in New York City)
- Why you want to run for Team Greater Yellowlegs
- A general fundraising plan
- Your favorite bird
After reviewing all the applications, NYC Bird Alliance will contact all runners in early May to let them know if they have been selected.
Questions?
If you have questions regarding running for NYC Bird Alliance, please email marathon@nycbirdalliance.org
For questions about Charity Entry or the TCS New York City Marathon, visit nyrr.org/tcsnycmarathon.
Thank you New York Road Runners for selecting NYC Bird Alliance as a charity partner.
For questions about Charity Entry or the TCS New York City Marathon, visit nyrr.org/tcsnycmarathon.
Thank you New York Road Runners for selecting NYC Bird Alliance as a charity partner.
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New York City is a biodiversity hotspot. Photo: NYC Bird Alliance
ABOUT NYC BIRD ALLIANCE
Our Mission: NYC Bird Alliance (formerly NYC Audubon) works for the protection of wild birds and habitat in the five boroughs, improving the quality of life for all New Yorkers.
Our Work: Since 1979, NYC Bird Alliance has championed nature in the City’s five boroughs through a combination of engaging programs and innovative conservation campaigns. Through these efforts, we protect the more than 300 species of birds living in the 30,000 acres of wetlands, forests, and grasslands of New York City.
Our Work: Since 1979, NYC Bird Alliance has championed nature in the City’s five boroughs through a combination of engaging programs and innovative conservation campaigns. Through these efforts, we protect the more than 300 species of birds living in the 30,000 acres of wetlands, forests, and grasslands of New York City.
