Missed out on the public ballot? Secure your guaranteed spot on the starting line of Oceania’s greatest World Major while empowering the next generation of athletes. The We Run Foundation is dedicated to transforming running into a movement with meaning. By joining our official fundraising team, you bypass the ballot draw, secure your 2026 TCS Sydney Marathon bib, and directly fund life-changing running programs, athletic scholarships, and inclusive community events across New South Wales.
Equity, Access and Belonging
Transforming Lives Through Movement
Only 7.9% of Australian adolescents aged 13–17 currently meet the daily physical activity guidelines. The We Run Foundation is here to disrupt this trend. Through strategic community partnerships, we dismantle the financial, cultural, and geographic barriers that keep under-represented young people from taking part in sport. We champion equity, access, and belonging, giving young people the tools, equipment, and confidence to discover their true physical and mental potential.
7.9%
Australian Youth Meeting Activity Guidelines
400+
Marginalised Youth Funded to Mini Marathon
75 Min
Running per Week Can Add 17 Years to Life
Youth Running Programs
Run Beyond, TriMob & Deadly Runners
We sponsor over 400 young people from marginalised backgrounds — including Intensive English Centres in Western Sydney and regional communities as far as Lightning Ridge — to participate in the TCS Sydney Mini Marathon and our annual Youth Leadership Summit.
The Run My Way Strategy
In Partnership with NSW Office of Sport
An innovative program designed to support female and gender-diverse participation. We fund vital academic research into women’s experiences in running and host free, exclusive track coaching nights at Sydney Olympic Park to build capacity and track confidence collectively.
Support Your Club Program
Community Sports Underwriting
We support local running clubs that keep Sydney active. For every volunteer shift completed by a community group at Pont3 portfolio events, we donate $40 directly to their nominated local sports club, school, or community charity.
Core Programs Directory
Our Core Initiatives
Your Runner Perks
The We Run Team Experience
Guaranteed 2026 Entry
Skip the ballot uncertainty. Your entry to the 2026 TCS Sydney Marathon is 100% secured as soon as you commit to your fundraising pledge.
ASICS Performance Apparel
Receive our exclusive, high-performance We Run Foundation singlet, custom-engineered by our presenting partner ASICS.
12-Month Runkeeper Go™
Access a free 12-month membership (valued at $79/year) delivering personalised coaching plans, audio workouts, and training insights.
VIP Village Marquee
Gain exclusive access to the We Run Charity Marquee at the post-race Athlete Recovery Village for catered refreshments, massage, and baggage storage.
Lasting Community Legacy
Make Your Run Count for More
Don’t let ballot results define your marathon year. Step up to the start line with a purpose that extends far beyond the finish line. Secure your place today, launch your Grassrootz fundraising campaign, and run Sydney’s spectacular World Major course while building opportunities for the next generation of Australian athletes.
Start Here. Go Anywhere.
Plan Your Perfect Day With Our Official Smart Map
Powered by PAM, our new live navigation platform helps you get the most out of race weekend with real-time maps, road closures, spectator viewing locations, entertainment, food and drink, transport options and event activations all in one place. Integrated into the TRACX app, the Official Smart Map makes it easy to follow participants, discover the best places to cheer, and navigate the city with confidence, so you can spend less time planning and more time soaking up the atmosphere.
Backed by the technology trusted by the PGA TOUR, NASCAR, Formula 1 and Tennis Australia, the Official Smart Map brings world-class navigation to Australia's largest marathon.
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