Fred's Team New York
The ING New York City Marathon is scheduled for November 1, 2009.
Applying to the Marathon
Registration for the 2009 ING New York City Marathon has closed. Participants who have already been accepted into the ING New York City Marathon and wish to run with Fred's Team may still register. Thank you!
*If you've run with us in the past, any outstanding pledges must be fulfilled in order to qualify for one of these spots.
Fundraising
After registering for Fred's Team online, you will be assigned your own personal Web page on the Fred's Team system. This page can be used for online fundraising. You can personalize this page with your own words and photos. Please visit our Fundraising section for more information.
When you sign-up to race with Fred's Team in New York, you can choose between two commitment levels:
Level One: $3,000
- Half of your fundraising commitment -- $1,500 -- is due by September 4, 2009.
- Fulfillment of your $3,000 commitment is due by Friday, October 16, 2009.
Level Two: $5,000
- Includes a two-night hotel stay during race weekend.
- Half of your fundraising commitment -- $2,500 -- is due by September 4, 2009.
- Fulfillment of your $5,000 commitment is due by Friday, October 16, 2009.
*NOTE: Only runners at the $5,000 level are eligible for a two-night hotel stay during marathon weekend.
Donations by Mail
If you prefer to mail donations, please send them with your Runner ID and Race Code (E09MPDNY) to:
Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center
Attn: Fred's Team
P.O. Box 27432
New York, NY 10087-7432
Note: Please include your runner ID and race code on every check to ensure your pledge is properly credited. Please call us at 800-876-7522 if you have any questions.
Fundraising Deadline Policy
Funds for the ING New York City Marathon are due on October 16, 2009. This deadline is in place to ensure that every runner fulfills his or her fundraising commitment. If funds are not received by the deadline, we reserve the right to cancel your entry with the respective marathon.
If you have any questions about the policy, please e-mail us at fredsteam@mskcc.org
Training for the Marathon
Under the leadership of coach Jeff Rochford and assistant coach, Ann Karine, Fred's Team trains together on Tuesday and Thursday evenings (speed and hill work), as well as Saturday mornings.
Upon registration, you will receive a complete training schedule. Please visit the Training section of our Web site for more information.
Amenities for Fred's Team New York
Fred's Team members who participate in the ING New York City Marathon and raise at least $5,000 by the required fundraising deadlines will receive a two-night hotel stay* during the weekend of the race.
Fred's Team member perks/activities include:
- Fred's Team uniform (given upon reaching the halfway point of fundraising)
- Pre-race breakfast/uniform decorating
- Team photo in Times Square
- Bus transportation to the start line
- Post-race party
*Fred's Team runners are responsible for their own travel to and from New York City.
About the Race
The ING New York City Marathon is one of the world's great road races applicants. Starting on the Verazzano Bridge, runners pound the pavement through Brooklyn, Queens, the Bronx, and Manhattan, ultimately crossing the finish line in Central Park.
