APF is a proud to have been selected as again an official charity partner of the 2018 Austin Marathon! That means we need YOU to run with us and help us cross our fundraising finish line. Our goal is $10,000 and we hope you’ll join us in supporting our parks trails and green spaces. Whether you join us for the full or half marathon, or the charity 5k you’ll be helping us bring great parks to every Austinite!
How to Join
The Austin Marathon uses CrowdRise to help supporters like you raise funds for your favorite causes (like us!). Registration is fairly simple, all you’ll need to do is register through the CrowdRise platform and you’re all set.
- Visit the Austin Gives Miles CrowdRise page here
- Click on “Set Up Your Fundraiser” in the top right corner
- Click “Join a Team”
- Search for or select Austin Parks Foundation
- Create a user name and password or simply login using Facebook
- After logging in hit the orange “Join the Team” button.
- Now you’re all set! You can set an individual dollar goal for yourself- no minimum requirement, then copy and paste your profile url and share with your friends to start raising funds for team APF!
NOTE: Registering on the CrowdRise page only registers you to help us fundraise. You’ll still need to register for the race on the marathon website – click “Registration” at the top right and register to run!
Raise More, Get More! Fundraising Perks
When you join Team APF as a fundraiser you’ll be entered to win a pair of 2018 ACL Music Festival passes just for signing up! Then, when you raise more, you get more. Check back soon for a full list of fundraising perks and start recruiting your friends and family to your fundraising page today!
Top Fundraiser
5-session yoga pass (worth $125) at the downtown location of Wanderlust Yoga PLUS $100 to Outdoor Voices. Pick and choose your time and session. They even offer session on the deck of Brazos Hall!
2nd Place Fundraiser
5-session package (worth $200) for a 3-minute freeze therapy treatment at Restore Cryotherapy. Reduce inflammation and release endorphins that help to alleviate pain, boost energy and metabolism, and increase the body’s natural healing abilities.
Third Place Fundraiser
Win a private tour for 4 people at Real Ale Brewing, including tastings of 2 beers per guest and a bag of swag.
Fourth Place Fundraiser
Get $75 to put towards any massage of your choice at Viva Day Spa
Fifth Place Fundriaser
Refuel with a $50 gift card good at any JuiceLand location
Volunteer at our Aid Station
APF needs volunteers each year to help refresh runners at our aid station in partnership with the Gazelle Foundation. All volunteers must register through the marathon’s volunteer management portal, and will receive both an APF and marathon t-shirt!
Make a Gift to Team APF
We’ve got 30+ runners representing APF at the Austin Marathon. Each one has a unique story about why they are supporting our parks, trails and green spaces at this epic race. If you aren’t able to join us on the day – you can still choose any one of these amazing supporters and make a gift that will keep our parks up to par for the next generation.
Questions?
Email adrienne@austinparks.org and we’d be happy to help!
If the marathon or half marathon is a little too much for you – well, you’re in luck! APF has also been named the official beneficiary of the 41st running of the Statesman Capitol 10K on April 8, 2018. Join us and funds from your registration will be invested in our city’s parks system, ensuring Austin is a healthier, greener and happier place to work and play. Thank you for supporting APF’s race to the fundraising finish line!
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