Philadelphia Marathon Weekend
Official Charity Partner
November 21 & 22, 2026
he Philadelphia Marathon Weekend proudly partners with a diverse group of impactful nonprofit organizations supporting local initiatives across the Philadelphia region, as well as national and global causes. Minding Your Mind is honored to be an Official Charity Partner for the 2026 Philadelphia Marathon Weekend.
We have five guaranteed entries for each of the following races:
The Philadelphia Marathon — November 22
A beautiful, fast and scenic course, an engaging atmosphere—it’s no wonder it’s consistently listed among the top ten marathons in the country, recognized for our mellow weather and spirited fans. Expect beautiful views through Fairmount Park and along the Schuylkill River and neighborhood residents cheering in University City and Manayunk. Weave through the well-traveled streets of our historic district, passing sights familiar to Franklin, Washington and the rest of the gang, and end your race speeding towards the steps of the majestic Art Museum.
Dietz & Watson Philadelphia Half Marathon — November 21 — SOLD OUT
Have the time of your life completing 13.1 miles! Athletes will start along the Benjamin Franklin Parkway in the cultural Museum District and wind through Philadelphia’s most scenic and historic neighborhoods. From the history-steeped streets of Old City, through one of the liveliest stretches of Center City, across the Schuylkill River into University City, up through the bucolic trails of Fairmount Park, and back down to canvas the banks of the river before finishing in front of the renown Philadelphia Museum of Art. The course is also sanctioned by USA Track & Field.
Rothman Orthopaedics 8K — November 21
The Rothman Orthopaedics 8K (4.97 miles) is a fantastic way to take part in the race weekend excitement and follows the scenic banks of the Schuylkill River and Kelly Drive. It’s usually perfect running weather too, with fall well underway and temperatures averaging around 54°F/12°C. Don your autumn apparel and join us for this enjoyable race where we redefine the standard for an 8K.
Runners on Team Minding Your Mind will be provided:
- access to an online fundraising platform where you can personalize and share your story as to why you are running and raising funds for Minding Your Mind
- Minding Your Mind training swag
- the option to work with a running coach to develop a personalized training plan
Runners will be responsible for their own travel, accommodations, meals, and any other expenses related to getting to and from, and staying at the marathon location.
Minding Your Mind provides mental health education and suicide prevention training in schools, communities, and workplaces around the country.
Our goal as an organization is to reduce stigma and end the destructive behaviors often associated with mental health challenges.
We start teaching kids as young as kindergarten how to talk about their emotions and find positive ways to express themselves. We have young adults speakers who share their lived experience in coming through a mental health crisis, and clinicians that provide age-appropriate presentations and hold conversations to let others know they aren’t alone and help is available. Minding Your Mind programs move away from crisis-based response to prevention through education.
If you are interested in raising funds to provide these programs to schools and communities, please consider running on our behalf and complete the form below.
Questions? Please contact Maura Wheeler, director of communications & public relations
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