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TCS New York City Marathon

Make your 26.2 miles through the five boroughs more meaningful by joining the official running program of Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center (MSK). Fill out an application if you need a race entry. 

You can also run with us if you have a New York Road Runners (NYRR) entry.

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Two charity runners wearing orange Fred’s Team uniforms participating in the TCS New York City Marathon to raise money for cancer research

Dedicate your miles to making a difference

With Fred’s Team, every mile you run and every dollar you raise bring hope for new treatments and cures.
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Join Fred’s Team

If you need a race entry from Fred’s Team, please fill out an application. We’ll begin reviewing applications in February 2025 and notify you if a spot is available. If you have your own entry from NYRR, you can also run and fundraise with us! Email fredsteam@mskcc.org to let us know.
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Raise money for cancer research

Let your friends, family members, and colleagues know you’re running with Fred’s Team and how they can support you. You’ll have an online fundraising page that you can personalize and share to reach out for donations.
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Train for your race

We welcome runners of all levels! The Fred’s Team training program includes access to our expert coaching staff, training resources, exclusive events, and more. Get the guidance and support you need to reach your goals.
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Make an impact beyond the finish line

100% of the funds you raise will go directly into the labs at MSK, where doctors and scientists have expertise in more than 400 types of cancer and work every day to find new cures.

2025 Fundraising Levels and Benefits*

  • Fundraising Details
  • $4,500 Level
  • $6,500 Level
  • $8,500 Level
  • Leadership Level

If you require a Fred’s Team race entry, you will also be responsible for raising or paying your selected fundraising requirement of $4,500, $6,500, or $8,500. 

If you have an NYRR entry, you must select a fundraising level and set a goal, and fulfillment is encouraged. Some benefits are only available to participants who meet specified fundraising thresholds. 

All participants must provide credit card information at registration to pay a Fred’s Team kickoff fee of $125, which counts toward your fundraising total. In addition, all participants are responsible for paying the NYRR entry fee.

At the $4,500 fundraising level, you’ll get guaranteed entry into the 2025 TCS New York City Marathon, plus:

  • Choice of any area of cancer research at MSK to support
  • Access to our training program
  • A two-piece Fred’s Team uniform
  • A cheer section, where your fans can watch the race
  • Private bus transportation to the start
  • Access to the Fred’s Team Finish Tent
  • Dedicated staff to help you achieve your fundraising goals
  • A personal online fundraising page, along with fundraising tips and resources

*MSK offers these benefits to Fred’s Team participants as a courtesy in recognition of their participation. MSK strives to make benefits available to all participants, but it reserves the right, in its sole discretion, to modify or discontinue the offering of any and all benefits to participants at any time.

At the $6,500 level, you’ll get guaranteed entry into the 2025 TCS New York City Marathon, plus:

  • All benefits available at the $4,500 level
  • Access to the Fred’s Team Start Tent
  • Additional Fred’s Team gear

*MSK offers these benefits to Fred’s Team participants as a courtesy in recognition of their participation. MSK strives to make benefits available to all participants, but it reserves the right, in its sole discretion, to modify or discontinue the offering of any and all benefits to participants at any time.

At the $8,500 level, you’ll get guaranteed entry into the 2025 TCS New York City Marathon, plus:

  • All benefits available at the $4,500 and $6,500 levels
  • Early RSVP access for the Fred’s Team Pre-Race Celebration
  • Bonus Fred’s Team gear
  • Name recognition on the Digital Donor Wall at MSK
  • Early registration for the 2026 TCS New York City Marathon
  • Two complimentary Grandstand Seating tickets at the 2025 TCS New York City Marathon for the top 50 fundraisers

*MSK offers these benefits to Fred’s Team participants as a courtesy in recognition of their participation. MSK strives to make benefits available to all participants, but it reserves the right, in its sole discretion, to modify or discontinue the offering of any and all benefits to participants at any time.

There are 20 guaranteed entries for the 2025 TCS New York City Marathon available for individuals wishing to make a one-time Leadership Giving level donation of $10,000 or more to Fred’s Team. Additional fundraising is encouraged. 

All benefits available at the $4,500, $6,500, and $8,500 levels are included.

*MSK offers these benefits to Fred’s Team participants as a courtesy in recognition of their participation. MSK strives to make benefits available to all participants, but it reserves the right, in its sole discretion, to modify or discontinue the offering of any and all benefits to participants at any time.

Fred's Team is here to help.
If you have any questions or need help fundraising with Fred’s Team, email us or reach out to your Fred’s Team contact.
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More ways to support Fred’s Team

Run in any race with Fred’s Team
Raise money for cancer research at MSK with your next 5K, marathon, or triathlon, or any race you have on your calendar. Sign up for your race, then register with Fred’s Team to start fundraising.
Donate
Know someone running with Fred’s Team? Search for a participant or team to donate directly to their fundraising page, or make a gift to our General Fund in support of pediatric cancer research.