Reasons to Become a TCM Sustaining Member
Twin Cities In Motion is a nonprofit organization, so your membership contributions are tax-deductible less any goods or services received.
Contribute
Your membership supports our mission to create and sustain initiatives like TC Kids Run Free, Equity in Motion, Motion Center Community Programs, and The Runtourage.
Support
Save on TCM registration at every membership level. You'll get Membership preferred pricing anytime for TCM events...and more!
Benefit
Twin Cities In Motion Sustaining Members play a vital role in the Minnesota running community.
More than ever, Twin Cities In Motion’s nonprofit mission depends on sustaining members like you to build healthy lives and strong communities.
Entry fees and corporate sponsorships alone are not enough, we need you!
Youth aged 18 and under run Twin Cities In Motion events free of charge. Over 18,000 kids have participated since this program's inception!
TC KIDS RUN FREE
Providing support for participants who face financial barriers or disadvantages.
EQUITY IN MOTION
Free runner education and social programs for the running community and beyond.
TWIN CITIES MOTION CENTER
The Runtourage exists to provide a supportive and enthusiastic presence for our back of the pack participants.
THE RUNTOURAGE
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Select A Member Level That Works Best For You
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Member Preferred pricing for any TCM event (excluding the Half Marathon for More charity event). Member Preferred pricing is lower than the lowest non-member rate.
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Discount on Marathon, Half Marathon and 10 Mile training program with our valued partner, Run Minnesota.
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Join the YMCA North through Twin Cities In Motion’s Corporate Wellness Program and get discounted access to over 30 YMCA locations throughout the Twin Cities!
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15% off most in-store items at all five TC Running Company locations.
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TCM Member recognition on your race bib.
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Access to TCM Member tent at the finish festivals of Get in Gear and Medtronic Twin Cities Marathon Weekend events. Amenities will include shelter, food and beverages. Access will be for TCM Members registered for these events.
Price breakdown:
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$5 + processing fees = $5.49/month
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$60 + processing fees = $62.08/year
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All Bronze Level Benefits plus:
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Entry to win one of two $200 gift certificates for ASICS shoes (drawing will happen at the beginning of November 2026)
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Guaranteed spot in any TCM marathon weekend event with an exclusive early registration window for members
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Discounted rate to VIP Experience* on marathon Sunday at $65 ($30 savings). *Pre-race and post-race amenities include: Catered food, private gear check drop off and pick up, front row seating to finish line and exclusive VIP Experience gift
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Visit the TCM Member tent at the Get in Gear and Medtronic Marathon Weekend Events and receive a ticket for an additional free beverage in the Summit Beer Garden (good for alcohol and non-alcoholic beverages)
Price breakdown:
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$10 + processing fees = $10.63/month
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$120 + processing fees = $123.82/year
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All Bronze & Gold Level Benefits plus:
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Comped VIP Access for 10 Mile, TC Half Marathon For More and Marathon registrants.
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Pre-race and post-race amenities include: Catered food, private gear check drop off and pick up, front row seating to finish line and exclusive VIP Experience gift.
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Price breakdown:
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$20 + processing fees = $20.92/month
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$240 + processing fees = $247.30/year
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Frequently Asked Questions
TCM’s Sustaining Member Program is an approachable and affordable improvement option to our TCM Member Program. The TCM Sustaining Member Program now allows members to contribute monthly rather than a lump contribution. We acknowledge that smaller monthly payments can be easier on your budget, and our goal is to make membership more accessible to all. Additionally, sustaining membership automatically renews, providing continuity and uninterrupted benefits.
Yes, of course you can! You can be an Annual Sustaining Member by contributing the full yearly amount for Bronze, Silver or Gold Membership. To make renewal easier, you can check auto renew on the date of your choice.
No. Monthly contributors and annual contributors have the same benefits.
Sustaining Members gives us confidence that you’re with us for the long run! Your commitment to ongoing contributions allows us to plan for the future and maximize our impact. Monthly contributions allow our staff to spend less time and money on the renewal process and more time working to better our community programs.
Sustaining and annual member contributions support the following programs:
TCM cannot provide free or discounted community services without the support of our members and donors. For example:
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On average over 7,000 kids 18 and under run free at TCM events each year through the TC Kids Run Free Program
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Since the inception of TC Kids Run Free in 2022, nearly 25,000 kids have participated in TCM events for free
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Equity in Motion offers discounted entries at most Twin Cities In Motion events, including the Medtronic Twin Cities Marathon Weekend. In its inaugural year (2025), nearly 300 people registered for marathon weekend activities at a discounted rate.
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The Twin Cities Motion Center has welcomed over 2,000 participants to our free runner education and community building programs.
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You can become a TCM member in a couple easy steps. On our TCM member page, click ‘Become a Member’. Select the level you wish to sign up for and complete the registration form. You will receive a confirmation email from Twin Cities In Motion.
You must be logged into your Race Roster account to register for TCM events. When you register for an event, you will need to confirm your first name, last name and date of birth. This information will identify you as a TCM Member and will adjust the total cost to your discounted Member Preferred Pricing. You must register before an event sells out.
The table below shows our Member Preferred Pricing discounts for each distance.
You can get Member Preferred Pricing at ANY TIME - perfect for procrastinators! However, you must register before an event sells out.
Yes, you can. However, benefits are not retroactive.
No. Membership contributions are a donation to Twin Cities In Motion and are not refundable. Twin Cities In Motion is a 501c3 and your contributions are tax deductible.
If you choose to upgrade your membership from a lower tier to a higher tier, you can certainly do that. Please email [email protected] for help upgrading your membership. Membership contributions are non-refundable.
We hope you continue to sustain TCM’s member program for a long time! Your commitment to a sustaining membership gives us confidence to plan into the future – building larger programs, doing more community outreach and enhancing resources to get anyone to the start line.
You will be charged monthly, and it will continue until you choose to end your membership. If you wish to end your membership, please email [email protected] and we will be happy to help.
We ask that you contact our Customer Service team to cancel your membership because as we are a non-profit and your membership with us is not always just a transactional one. Members receive discounted registration and other benefits as part of their pledge of support, and those benefits exist in good faith that the member will fulfill the pledge. We understand that circumstances change and we are more than willing to accommodate life’s unexpected challenges. Our staff will efficiently respond to your inquiries and requests.
Our various partners offer a variety of benefits for our TCM Members. You will receive a monthly email with member news, additional benefits and opportunities. This email will generally serve to verify your membership to our partners.
