MARINE CORPS MARATHON
be a charity runner to support asa
ASA is excited to announce that we are an official charity partner for the Marine Corps Marathon for this special 50th anniversary! Join Athletes Serving Athletes on Sunday, October 26th in our nation’s capital for an unparalleled journey through some of our country’s most iconic landmarks. Receive guaranteed entry by fundraising in support of our Wingman Program and make a difference in the lives of those living with disabilities as you take a 26.2-mile trip through one of the top marathons in the country. You will be running on your own in support of ASA – you will not be pushing an ASA Athlete on a Wingman Team during the MCM.
Your support will make a difference! Not only will the funds you raise earn you a spot in the MCM, but you will make it possible for every ASA Athlete living with disabilities to experience the love, dignity, and connection that comes through participation in The Wingman Program.
MISSION
ASA’s mission is to elevate the quality of life for individuals with limited mobility by empowering them to train for and participate in mainstream running events. We are a champion of inclusion, connecting ASA Athletes to runners from the community through our Wingman Program, inspiring all to celebrate the spirit of “Together We Finish!” Through tremendous community support and investment, ASA provides The Wingman Program free of charge to the ASA Athletes and families we serve.
MCM BIB FUNDRAISING MINIMUM - $1000
For runners seeking entry to the 2025 Marine Corps Marathon through Athletes Serving Athletes with the following perks:
- Guaranteed entry to the 2025 Marine Corps Marathon (ASA pays your registration fee!)
- Custom ASA sublimated hoodie when you reach your halfway point and additional gear featured below!
- Custom ASA Sprints running hat
- Personal fundraising link
- Dedicated staff to support fundraising
- Complimentary registration to both ASA RunFests
Maryland RunFest – 5/10/2025 – Hunt Valley, MD
Virginia RunFest – 9/28/2025 – Reston, VA
FUNDRAISING
REQUIReMENTS
Runners who are seeking guaranteed entry are required to fundraise a minimum of $1,000 for Athletes Serving Athletes in order to participate in the Marine Corps Marathon. You will be responsible for registering on the event registration website using a link and a comp code provided by ASA. All contributions to ASA are tax-deductible.
DEADLINES
Runners of the Marine Corps Marathon must raise 50% of their funds by August 5th with their remaining funds due by Tuesday, October 22nd. If funds are not raised by this deadline, the remaining amount will be charged to the credit card used to set up your personal fundraising page with ASA.
INCENTIVES
For those who fundraise above the $1,000 requirement, the following custom ASA branded incentives will be earned:
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
REGISTERING FOR MCM
You will be provided a custom link to register for the MCM as soon as you reach the 50% ($500) fundraising amount, no later than August 5th. If you do not raise $500 by the August 5th deadline, your spot will be given to another interested charity runner and any donations received up to this point will not be refunded. If after being accepted as an ASA Charity Runner you can no longer attend or run the MCM, you are responsible for the transfer fees associated with bib reassignment to another ASA Charity Runner.
LIMITED SPOTS AVAILABLE
ASA has a limited number of charity race bibs available on a first-come, first-served basis. We will be accepting runners until all bibs are reserved. A waitlist will then be started and if additional bibs can be secured, you will be informed and given first right of refusal for the bib.
TRAINING
Runners should train using any plans of their liking to reach the goal of running the MCM in support of ASA.
ADDITIONAL QUESTIONS
For more information about participating in the Marine Corps Marathon, please contact Matt Rice at [email protected]