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Miles for a Mission Virtual Q&A!
Are you a non-profit organization looking for new ways to fundraise? Join Twin Cities In Motion for a virtual Q&A and information session to learn how you can get involved in our Miles for a Mission Charity Program!
This is a program designed to support local and national non-profits by giving them guaranteed special discounted entries at our Get in Gear races in April or Medtronic Twin Cities Marathon Weekend in October. By hosting charity teams, your organization can engage supporters, raise funds, and spread awareness for your cause.
During this Q&A, Ashley Ramacher, Senior Coordinator of Community Programs at Twin Cities In Motion, will explore the benefits of becoming a Charity Partner and answer your questions about this exciting fundraising opportunity!
WHEN: December 2 at 11 a.m. CT
About the Twin Cities In Motion Charity Program
Twin Cities In Motion offers non-profit organizations the opportunity to fundraise and raise awareness through the Miles for a Mission Charity Program during Get in Gear and Medtronic Twin Cities Marathon Weekend.
Charity Partners are provided guaranteed entries into all Get in Gear and Marathon Weekend events to recruit participants for fundraising efforts. This special access allows organizations to tap into high-demand races, boost fundraising, and attract new donors.
If you are interested in learning more about the 2027 Miles for a Mission Charity Program:
Information for Charity Teams
Applications for charities to register teams for the 2027 Medtronic Twin Cities Marathon Weekend close on Friday, January 22. This deadline is to ensure teams are squared away before EARLY Charity Runner Register opening February 1st. Any team that applies after the January 22nd deadline, can still be accepted, but the should expect a delay in getting their team set up.
If you are interested in registering a team contact Ashley Ramacher at [email protected].
Select Your Event & Level
Choose from a level that best meets your organization's needs. You will then choose a race distance package Teams are then able to add additional distances to their package if they choose.
Complete Your Application
Your application will ask registration questions and provide options for paying the program fee.
Submit Your Contract
Provide your nonprofit proof and send your signed Commitment Statement and Contract to Ashley Ramacher at [email protected].
Join a passionate team of participants to amplify an important cause during one of the biggest running weekends of the year!
Are you a runner looking to race for a cause?
When you race for a cause, you embody what it means to #MoveForMore. Add extra meaning to your miles by signing up to run for one of our Official Charity Partners at Get in Gear or Medtronic Twin Cities Marathon Weekend!
Interested in running for a cause? Click the link below to sign up to be notified when our 2027 teams are live (January 2027)!
A full list of teams will be announced in January 2027.
How to Choose a Team
Choose by Charity
Find a charity partner or cause that's meaningful to you, and contact that charity team’s captain directly. Their contact information will be provided with their team listing.
Choose by Race
Determine what distance works best for your race day, then find charity partners that offer entries into that distance.
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Raise the Community Pace Initiative
In 2025, Twin Cities In Motion launched the Raise the Community Pace initiative, a transformative effort aimed at more than doubling its annual charity fundraising impact from $1 million to $2.62 million by 2028.
This ambitious plan intends to grow the number of race participants raising funds from 800 to 3,000 as well as increasing the count of charity teams fundraising at the event from 54 this year to 100 by the culmination of the campaign.
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Racing for a Cause
Medtronic Twin Cities Marathon Weekend is scheduled for Friday, October 2 – Sunday, October 4, 2026.
Charity partners/participants pay $142 + processing fees for the in-person event (the lowest public price for Marathon participants is $162 + processing fees and increases as the race fills).
Charity partners/participants receive guaranteed 10 Mile entries at a price of $95 + processing fees for the in-person event. (the lowest public price for 10 Mile participants is $110 + processing fees and increases as the race fills).
Charity partners/participants pay $135 + processing fees for the in-person event.
Upon submitting the requested number of registrations, TCM will email detailed registration instructions including registration codes for you to distribute to recruits.
Charity partners will need to indicate a specific number of entries within the range based on the Charity Program level selected. This will be the number of entries they are committing to throughout the program.
Yes, small increases can be made if entries are available. At the time of registration, you must select a specific number of entries within the range available based on your Charity Partner level. If you are interested increasing more than your level allows for, you will have to increase your partner level. You will be able to request entries up until registration closes (or public sellout), at 11:59 p.m. CST on Friday, September 25, 2026.
TCM will send an invoice for all requested entries following the charity’s acceptance into the program. (Note: There is a 3.5% Administrative Fee applied to all invoices as well as a 3% processing fee if charity elects to pay with credit card.)
Charity partners are responsible for the quantity of requested entries and thus will be invoiced for any unused entries following Medtronic Twin Cities Marathon Weekend (this is applicable for ‘Participant Pay’ only as those who are ‘Charity Pay’ would have already paid for their entries). The number of entries is based on the Charity Partner Level you commit to. Once you commit to a level, you are not able to move down a level. (Note: There is a 3.5% Administrative Fee applied to all invoices as well as a 3% processing fee if charity elects to pay with credit card.)
Yes, all charity participants must be registered for the event by the time registration closes at 11:59 p.m. CST on Friday, September 25, 2026. We cannot make exceptions to this deadline.
Yes, there is an option to participate in the Charity Program by requesting 10 Mile entries only. There is 10 Mile only level options available. Charities interested in only requesting Marathon entries should contact [email protected].
No. We cannot draft a person on to your team after they have already registered.
All Charity levels have the opportunity to add on a la carte events. This is designed to make this program more inclusive. If a charity is interested in adding on any of the a la carte options, they can do so in registration. Please know that you are responsible for the number of a la carte events you requested. Organizations are allowed to request a number within the range listed on the a la carte table. *It is suggested to only request what you know you can fill and increase as needed. *
Yes, you are welcome to set up a fundraising page for your charity team via the fundraising platform provided by TCM, Race Roster, either as the sole way to raise funds or a supplemental offering for participants who are not officially part of your charity team (instructions for creating your fundraising campaign will be sent to you following the 2026 Charity Program Kick-Off Meeting).
No, each charity partner sets their own fundraising goals for their charity participants. TCM does not mandate participants to raise a certain amount.
*TCM does ask that for the Charity only Half Marathon For More event, charities set a minimum fundraising goal of $365 to match the TCM Charity Team fundraising requirement.*
Yes, TCM will provide promotional materials to assist in participant recruitment (branded logos and graphics). This can be found on the registration website.
No, the individual must personally register using one of your charity’s registration codes. The registration form includes personal information and participants’ acknowledgements of our rules of competition, course time limits, code of conduct, etc.
No, youth who register for the TC Kids Run Free Program cannot count toward your official charity team spots. They are still more than welcome and encouraged to fundraise for you as an unofficial member of your team. If you have more questions about this, please emails [email protected].
Yes, charity teams receive a 25% discount on a Health & Fitness Expo booth. For more information on hours and pricing, contact us directly at [email protected].
Yes, charities are invited to hold a cheer zone in the “Mission Mile,” a designated location on the course. If you wish to host a cheer zone in a location outside of the “Mission Mile,” you will need approval. More information will be sent out to those that opt in to learn more during registration. All cheer zones are invited to participate in the Diane and Alan Community Cheer Challenge. Winners receive a donation for the non-profit of their choice.
In the event the race is cancelled due to an event outside of TCM’s control, TCM charity program fees will not be refunded. Race entry fees will be subject to the general participant cancellation policy as stated in registration.
There are a limited number of slots held for the Chairty Program, once those are filled you cannot increase your requested bibs. We place ranges on these items so that there is more opportunity for more organizations to also add on more events. Please know that organizations can always email [email protected] to ask about increases.