The Marine Corps Marathon (MCM) is the 4th largest race in the country and the 7th largest race in the world. This year's race happens Sunday, October 26. The course takes runners in and around our nation's capital, passing historic landmarks, scenery and the stately architecture of Arlington, Va., and Washington, D.C.
The Prevent Cancer Foundation, as a charity partner, has slots available for individual and group runners. The Foundation does not charge a registration fee and asks each runner to commit to raising $1,000 to support the work and programs of the Foundation. Each runner must register on or before August 1, however, runners have until Friday, October 24 to raise funds. Team Prevent Cancer benefits:
- No registration fee
- Fundraising advice and tips to help you reach your $1,000 fundraising goal
- Team Prevent Cancer Race Day T-shirt
- Online training information and resources to prepare you for the event
- Team Prevent Cancer Photo
Help us to continue our work and realize your own fitness goals. For more information about becoming a Prevent Cancer runner in this year’s Marine Corps Marathon contact Jim Wood at james.wood@preventcancer.org or 703-837-3684.