This year, New York Road Runners (NYRR) announced that the 2026 TCS New York City Marathon will take place on Sunday, November 1. 

The Frederick Douglass Project for Justice will be among the more than 550 official charity partners providing thousands of runners the opportunity to run in the world’s biggest and boldest marathon. At this time, the Douglass Project is no longer accepting runners. Updates about the race and fundraising opportunities will be posted here as they become available. Thank you for understanding.

The TCS New York City Marathon is one of the city’s most anticipated and iconic annual sporting events, attracting runners and spectators of all backgrounds, ages, and abilities from around the world. More than 55,000 runners will participate in this year’s race, and it is even more exciting because this year marks the 50th anniversary of the race!

Each member of the team commits to raising a required minimum of $3,500 by race day and receives:

• Guaranteed entry into the 2026 TCS NYC Marathon

• A Douglass Project race jersey

• A personal fundraising page on Haku

• Fundraising tips and support from Douglass Project staff

• Opportunities to engage in prison/jail visits to better understand the important work being done around the country

Again, at this time, the Douglass Project is no longer accepting runners. Thank you for understanding.

If you already have an entry but would like to support the Douglass Project by fundraising, please contact Karyn McConnell at kmcconnell@douglassproject.org.