In 2005, The Michael J. Fox Foundation's inaugural team of 22 New York City Marathon runners raised $70,000 by taking to the streets of New York City for the first time. Just 20 years later, more $12 million dollars has been raised by more than 2,000 New York City Marathon runners. Join the Foundation for this milestone year as we continue to pave a new path forward in the name of Parkinson's disease research. 

Team Fox Athletes will receive a number of benefits upon joining. These include, but are not limited to guaranteed race entry, access to training programs and coaching from certified running coaches, a complimentary Team Fox endurance jersey, a personalized fundraising page, and an invitation to race weekend activities.

Team Fox athletes must commit to a fundraising minimum for The Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson's Research as a condition of joining.  Athletes are able to choose from the following levels:

$20,000

In addition to the benefits listed above, athletes who join Team Fox at the $20,000 fundraising level receive a NYRR race registration reimbursement, an invitation (+5 guests) at our pre-race event, an invitation to a VIP breakfast held the Friday before race day at The Michael J. Fox Foundation office, and complimentary Team Fox swag.

$10,000

In addition to the benefits listed above, athletes who join Team Fox at the $10,000 fundraising level receive a NYRR race registration reimbursement, an invitation (+3 guests) at our pre-race event, and complimentary Team Fox swag.

$7,500

In addition to the benefits listed above, athletes who join Team Fox at the $7,500 fundraising level receive a NYRR race registration reimbursement, an invitation (+3 guests) at our pre-race event, and complimentary Team Fox swag.

$5,000

In addition to the benefits listed above, athletes who join Team Fox at the $5,000 fundraising level receive an invitation for one additional guest at our pre-race event.  Responsibility of the NYRR Registration fee due upon official race registration is that of the athlete.

Bonus Athlete

Already have an entry to the TCS NYC Marathon and want to support Team Fox?  We invite to join as a Bonus Athlete.  We ask you to fundraise a minimum of $750 in exchange for an invitation to race weekend activities and a complimentary Team Fox jersey.

Terms & Conditions 

• If selected, there will be a $25 registration fee to hold your spot on the team. This is a tax-deductible donation to The Michael J. Fox Foundation and will count towards your total fundraising requirement.
• Team members will receive official registration to the race once they have raised 30% of their fundraising commitment. All team members must raise 30% of their fundraising minimum prior to July 6, 2025 to secure their entry to the race. Please note, team members are responsible for paying the race registration fee ($315) and may be eligible for a reimbursement should a certain fundraising threshold be met.
• Once registered and an injury occurs or a runner chooses to not participate in the NYC Marathon as a charity runner for The Michael J. Fox Foundation, they will still be held responsible for 50% of their required fundraising minimum by November 9, 2025.
• If a runner doesn’t reach the fundraising minimum requirement by the deadline, their credit card will automatically be charged the difference between the fundraising minimum and the amount they currently have raised.

You may direct any questions you may have to athletes@michaeljfox.org. We look forward to supporting you at a race soon.

Please note, you have not been accepted to the team until you have been specifically notified by a member of the Team Fox staff.