JOIN US FOR A 2026 HEALING ADVENTURE!
Run the New York City Marathon to support First Descents!
Challenge yourself to run 26.2 miles across all 5 boroughs in New York City. This is the perfect opportunity to bring the Out Living It spirit to the Big City. In addition to overcoming an incredible mental and physical challenge, you’ll be raising money to offer the healing power of adventure to young adults impacted by cancer and other serious health conditions.
The fundraising minimum is $3,000.
Our 2023 team is full and we now have a waitlist. Please email anna.wallace@firstdescents.org to learn more and join the waitlist.
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