19 September, 2024
The members of the 26.2 Foundation’s Team Inspire not only personify the power of the human spirit through their achievements, but also provide critical support for our programs. They are also instrumental in raising funds for the International Marathon Center.
Since Team Inspire began, team members have represented more than 25 U.S. states, covering the distance from coast to coast. Our international runners have hailed from Bosnia, Brazil, Canada, France, Guatemala, India, Indonesia, Philippines, Qatar, Singapore, Thailand, and the United Kingdom. And, many of our runners have achieved their Abbott World Marathon Majors’ sixth star while on our team.
We’ve had the honor and privilege of having a team in the Boston Marathon® since 1996, and we’re thrilled to report that our efforts have expanded to the TCS New York City Marathon. As an official charity partner, Team Inspire will take to the streets of New York, running through all five boroughs in the 2024 race on November 3rd. Our inaugural team for New York comprises runners from Massachusetts, New York, North Carolina and Oklahoma.
Team member Kristie V. of Tulsa, says, “I’m excited to run the New York City Marathon because running reminds me that I’m breathing, that I’m alive, and that I have a lot to be thankful for. My little brother passed away two years ago, and I run for him. I run to remind myself how resilient I am, and to inspire my kids to be the same. This Oklahoma girl is ready to go to New York!”
Members of Team Inspire receive entry to a world-class marathon and fundraise to further the mission of the 26.2 Foundation. They receive training and fundraising support, team gear, and more. Learn more at following link.
(https://www.26-2.org/new-york-city-marathon)
