Run For A Reason

Elevate Your Run and Empower a Cause with the Run for a Reason Charity Program

Transform your running experience into a powerful act of change through the Run for a Reason Charity Program. This is your chance to lace up for a meaningful cause that resonates with your heart. By running on behalf of an official charity, you are not only embarking on a journey of personal achievement but also becoming a champion for positive impact. Raise funds, amplify your run's purpose, and make every step count for more. Join the Run for a Reason community and experience the joy of running with a purpose.

Unleash Your Impact

The Run for a Reason Charity Program is a platform that infuses your run with purpose, empowers change, and rewards your commitment in the most meaningful way. Here is how it works:

Step 1: Choose Your Race

Select your race of choice from our lineup of exhilarating events, whether it is the marathon, half marathon, marathon relay, 4-mile fitness challenge, 5K, champions mile, kids marathon, toddler trot, or pet walk. Your run (or walk!) becomes a blank canvas of possibility, waiting to be painted by your passion and dedication. 

Step 2: Pick a Cause that Resonates

Browse our diverse collection of partner charities, each working tirelessly to create positive change across various sectors. Whether it is education, health, community development, or beyond, find a cause that aligns with your heart and values.

Step 3: Fuel Your Run with Purpose

As you sign up for your race, opt to join the Run for a Reason Charity Program. This marks the beginning of your journey as a champion for change. With every stride, you will be raising funds that support your chosen charity's mission.

Step 4: Rally Support

Share your commitment with friends, family, and colleagues. They will see the fire in your eyes and the purpose in your run. Harness the power of your network to magnify your impact.

Step 5: Raise Funds, Ignite Impact

As you run, your fundraising efforts gain momentum. Every dollar you raise is a testament to your dedication and a catalyst for change. Empower your steps with the knowledge that your run has a lasting impact.

Step 6: Rewarding Your Dedication

Here is where the magic happens. Hit a certain fundraising threshold determined by your chosen race, and watch as your registration fee is refunded. It is a tangible acknowledgment of your commitment, a symbol that your strides have not only elevated your own achievement but also made a significant contribution to a cause that matters deeply.

The Run for a Reason Charity Program is not just about completing a race – it is about running with a purpose, about becoming a beacon of change, and about leaving an indelible mark on the world. Step up to the start line with a heart full of purpose and embark on a journey that redefines what running truly means. Join us in making strides for a better tomorrow.

Returning for 2025: The BACK Half Marathon benefiting Run For A Reason local charities

For the 2025 DICK'S Sporting Goods Pittsburgh Marathon Weekend of Events, P3R is proud to bring back the BACK HALF course option. Every year, thousands of runners complete the UPMC Health Plan Pittsburgh Half Marathon, many of them running the race for multiple years. Unless those runners want to run the complete 26.2-mile DICK'S Sporting Goods Pittsburgh Marathon course, they never get to see the second half of the course. In 2025, the BACK HALF will be available to all runners willing to donate to a local charity. 

Learn More About the BACK HALF.

A Few Important Details: Program Guidelines

1. Charity Focus: Your fundraising efforts should be directed toward a single official charity of your choice. Concentrating your impact on one cause allows for a more substantial contribution and maximizes the positive change you can effect.

2. Minimum Fundraising Requirement: To qualify for a registration fee refund, it is essential to meet the predetermined minimum fundraising threshold for your chosen event. Should your fundraising fall short of this requirement, your registration fee will not be eligible for refund.
   
   

3. Fundraising Platform: To ensure accurate tracking and seamless processing of donations, all fundraising activities must be conducted exclusively through the Race Roster platform. This streamlines the process and guarantees transparency for both you and your supporters.

4. Deadline for Fundraising: The deadline for fundraising within the Run for a Reason Charity Program is May 31, 2025. It is crucial to complete your fundraising efforts by this date to be eligible for the registration fee refund and fully embrace the impact of your contributions.

Thank you for your commitment to making the Run for a Reason Charity Program a transformative experience for all involved. Your dedication embodies the spirit of positive impact that we stand for.