Every step you run or walk will get you closer to the Marathon, Half Marathon or 5K finish line and closer to your goal, so every step counts. But do you realize how your steps can help someone else reach their goal?
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DEDICATED RUNNERS The ING Greater Hartford Marathon is proud of the many generous runners, who run for a cause, and use one of the Marathon events (Marathon, Half Marathon, race walk, team relay or 5K) as a fundraiser. Consider joining their ranks this year. YOUR STEPS CAN HELP OTHERS! Please consider running or walking your ING Hartford Marathon, Half Marathon or 5K on behalf of one of the Hartford Marathon Foundation Official Charities. With very little extra effort, you'll reach your goal and at the same time make a huge difference in someone else's life. DONATIONS Encourage your family and friends to share your dedication to a cause greater than your own personal record by making a pledge to your favorite charity. If you want to fundraise and are unsure of which worthwhile charity to support, please see our list of Official Charities for ideas and special perks! |
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USING START OF THE ART TOOLS
You can set up your own personal fundraising page online by going to Active Giving. It is easy, secure and personal and affords you the opportunity to reach many more people by using the World Wide Web. If you choose to become an online fundraiser you can set up your own web page where you can post updates on your training and even post photos. You can send messages to everyone on your email list asking them to support you and your charity of choice. Enjoy the Recognition YOU Deserve!
If you prefer not to use the internet to fundraise, you can collect money yourself (checks made out to the charity) and mail it to the Hartford Marathon Foundation office. We will tally your “offline” donations and send them on to the charity on your behalf. The money you raise will go directly to your charity. Online or offline - it's very easy to fundraise.
HELP OTHERS IN A BIG WAY
Since Run For A Cause was started in 1994, runners in the Hartford Marathon Events have raised over $3.4 million for charity. This year's fundraising goal is $500,000. If you want to fundraise and are unsure which worthwhile charity to support, please see our list of Official Charities.
More details available on the Charity FAQ page.
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