Become a Participating Charity

RUN FOR A REASON

Run for a Reason is a program designed to help local charities raise money and awareness through the Dick’s Sporting Goods Pittsburgh Marathon weekend of events. Over this weekend, three road races are held in downtown Pittsburgh; a marathon, half marathon, and marathon relay. Everyone who registers for a race is encouraged to raise money for one of our official charities. Over $700,000 was raised for our charities during the 2009-2010 race season.

Participants in any event can collect pledges and donations from their family, friends, and coworkers on behalf of a charity. The Run for a Reason Charity Program strengthens ties between the running community and local charities, and also provides much needed financial support for the underprivileged in the Pittsburgh area.

Applications are no longer being accepted for the 2011 Run for a Reason Charity Program.

If you are interested in participating in our Charity Program in 2012, please email your contact information to our Charity Program Director, Adriane Deithorn - adeithorn@pittsburghmarathon.com.

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