Registration
What are the registration and fundraising requirements to join the TCS New York City Marathon Team?
Team Lurie Children’s members running in the 2025 TCS New York City Marathon must pay a $50 fee to join the team. After that, they will receive a link from NYRR to register for the race itself. The race registration fee must be paid directly to the event by the runner. Both of these fees are non-refundable.
The fundraising minimum for the 2025 TCS NYC Marathon is $4,000, due on Tuesday, October 28, 2025. If the fundraising minimum is not met by this deadline, the runner’s bib will be pulled from the expo. Once the fundraising minimum is met, the bib will be released.
What are the registration and fundraising requirements to join the BMW Berlin Marathon Team?
Team Lurie Children’s members running in the 2025 BMW Berlin Marathon must pay a $50 fee to join the team.
The fundraising minimum for the BMW Berlin Marathon is $4,000, due on Thursday, September 11, 2025. If the fundraising minimum is not met by this deadline, the runner’s bib will be pulled from the expo. Once the fundraising minimum is met, the bib will be released.
When can I pick up my marathon bib number and packet?
All packets must be picked up in-person by the runner during the marathon expo, taking place in the days leading up to the race. Every runner is required to pick up their own bib for safety and security reasons.
Fundraising
Where does my fundraising go at Lurie Children’s?
Each year, funds raised through our marathon team goes to supporting life-saving care that Lurie Children’s provides every day. Fundraising dollars could go towards advancing technology, conducting research, training physicians and clinical staff, or one of our many other areas of greatest need.
What happens if I do not reach my fundraising goal?
If you do not reach your fundraising goal by the deadline for your race, you credit card on file will be charged for the remaining amount.
What happens if I experience and injury/illness which prohibits me from running the marathon?
If you are unable to participate with Team Lurie Children's due to illness, injury, or conflict, you need to notify the charity manager immediately to go over your options. If you received a guaranteed entry from Team Lurie Children's, you will still be responsible for fulfilling the minimum fundraising requirement. All donations received are non-refundable and non-transferrable.
How can my supporters make a donation?
The fastest and easiest way for your supporters to make a donation on your behalf is to refer them to the personal fundraising page you create on this website. If they prefer, they can fill out this offline donation form and mail it to:
Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago Foundation
Attn: Sophia Paarz
Department 4586
Carol Stream, IL 60122-4586
How can I find out if my company offers a matching gift?
The matching gifts tool, which is used to check if your company has a matching gift program for healthcare organizations, can be accessed by clicking here Double Your Impact | Lurie Children's. If you know your company matches donations, please continue with the process below.
See if your company has a matching gift program for healthcare organizations. You will need to complete a matching gift form (available from your company's Human Resources department) and send it in with your donation. Please ensure that your name and “Lurie Children’s Marathon Team” is linked to the donation, or we cannot guarantee that it will be credited towards your fundraising.
Matching gifts will count towards your fundraising goal if you submit confirmation of approval before your fundraising deadline. Since many companies have varying payout schedules, we recommend submitting your donation for a match as early as possible. Once you confirm your matching gift, please fill out this form to ensure the donation gets allocated towards your fundraising.
Lurie Children’s Tax ID: 36-3357006
Are donations made on my behalf tax deductible? Will my contributors receive a gift receipt?
Yes, all donations in which goods or services are not received are 100% tax deductible. The Foundation will send a gift receipt and acknowledgement letter to anyone who makes a donation on behalf of a Lurie Children’s Marathon Team member.
What online fundraising tools are available to Lurie Children’s Marathon Team members?
After team members create a personal fundraising page, they will gain access to free online tools and tips to help them reach and exceed their fundraising goals. This includes sample e-mail templates, social media posts and images and general fundraising ideas. Visit the social swag kit page for templates and below for ways to get started.
Can I use a Facebook or Instagram Fundraiser?
Lurie Children’s Marathon Team does not accept funds raised through a Facebook or Instagram fundraiser. Participants should only be using their personal fundraising page created when joining our team on Engaging Networks. If you would like to engage your social media network, we encourage you to share the URL at the top of your personal fundraising page.
Who can I contact for more information?
Please contact Sophia Paarz at [email protected].
Team Benefits
What are the benefits of joining Lurie Children's Marathon Team?
- Guaranteed entry for your 2025 race.
- Complimentary 19-week training program through Chicago Endurance Sports, adaptable for your race timeline.
- Lurie Children’s Marathon Team running singlet for race day and two t-shirts for your supporters.
- Fundraising incentives and online tools to help you exceed your individual fundraising goal.
- Dedicated staff contact to support you in your journey to reach your goals.
- The incredible feeling of knowing that your effort and endurance will provide a brighter and healthier future for the 239,000 patients treated at Lurie Children’s each year.
PLEASE NOTE: Runners must complete all Lurie Children’s Marathon Team requirements AND your race registration requirements, including payment of the registration fee made directly to the the event.
Registering for our team DOES NOT automatically register you for your race. Steps to secure your entry will be emailed to you after registering with our team.
Learn more at BMW Berlin Marathon and TCS New York City Marathon.
When will I receive my Lurie Children’s Marathon Team singlet and t-shirts for friends and family?
Your Team Lurie Children’s running singlet/hat as well as your two family cheer shirts will be mailed to you when we have them in stock to the address you provided during your time of registration.
Do I gain access to a training program?
To ensure each member of our team is prepared for a successful 26.2 mile journey, we have joined forces with Chicago Endurance Sports as our Official Marathon Training Partner. Runners who join Lurie Children’s Marathon Team will receive a complimentary 19-week training program with the option to participate virtually or in-person. Runners will have the opportunity to select which training option works best for their schedule as a part of team registration. Visit the Chicago Endurance Sports website for more information.
