Run for What's NEXT for AUTISM
NEXT for AUTISM is thrilled to be an official charity partner of the 2026 TCS New York City Marathon. Help make our first official year a runaway success!
Whether you run in the world's largest marathon, fundraise, cheer, or donate, you can set the pace for the future of autism services nationwide.
Countdown to Marathon Day
Be Part of Team NEXT for AUTISM!
Join NEXT for AUTISM on Sunday, November 1st, 2026, for the 50th Anniversary of the Five-Borough New York City Marathon Course. You will run an incredible 26.2-mile tour while raising funds to support the building and funding of services for autistic adults nationwide. The 2026 TCS NYC Marathon brings together 55,000+ participants and two million spectators for the best day of the year, in the best city in the world. We hope you'll be one of them via Team NEXT for AUTISM!
Already have a guaranteed entry? Runners are invited to join our team and fundraise in support of our programs. Explore the options below to get started.
NEXT has three (3) available bibs to get things started in our inaugural year! Will you be part of this inaugural team?!
Already have a guaranteed race entry from New York Road Runners? Run and fundraise for Team NEXT for AUTISM.
Support Team NEXT for AUTISM by using and sharing resources from our Cheer Section toolkit (coming soon).
The most direct way to support Team NEXT is with a financial donation. Make a one-time or recurring gift to support!
Fundraising Requirement: Runners who are seeking guaranteed entry are required to reach their fundraising commitment ($5,000) by October 28. You will be responsible for paying your entry fee to New York Road Runners (NYRR).
TEAM NEXT for AUTISM TOOLKIT
As a member of the Team NEXT for AUTISM marathon team, you'll be supported with the tools to make your race a success, including:
--Sample social language (runner and supporter)--
--Sample e-mail--
--Simple instructions on getting the fundraising page started--
What Team NEXT for AUTISM Runners Receive
- Guaranteed entry into the TCS NYC Marathon (runner pays NYRR entry fee)
- NYRR x Runna running coach app + training program
- Custom NEXT for AUTISM marathon merch
- Personal online fundraising page, along with fundraising tips and resources
- Dedicated staff to help you achieve your fundraising goals
FAQs
Thank you for supporting our inaugural year as an official charity partner of the 2026 TCS New York City Marathon. If you would like to learn more about NEXT and how you can make an impact, email [email protected]. Thank you.
