Run for a Cause:

Help Manos Reach Children and Families in Need

We are excited to again be a part of 26 for 26, the philanthropy program of the LIVESTRONG Austin Marathon and Half Marathon to be held on February 19, 2012.

 

Join our team and accomplish two goals at one time: step up to the challenge of running in a Marathon or Half-Marathon and raise money and awareness for an organization that is committed to improving the lives of those most in need in Central Texas. We’ll make sure you have everything you need to achieve your goal, including training support and ideas to meet your fundraising goals.

 

Be sure to check out our Team Member Benefits listed to the right to see what perks you get for joining the Manos team! If you happened to miss the deadline for the discounted access to professional training, you can check out Hill Country Running for more information about how to participate in another very special training program and see which upcoming events they have planned!

 

Think you’ve got what it takes? Not sure? That’s OK! When you join our team, we’ll give you the support you need to train and the inspiration you need to reach the finish line.

 

 

RUNNERS NEXT STEPS & FUNDRAISING COMMITMENT

 

Step 1: Join our team by signing up online
Step 2: Go to the race website to register for the race
Step 3: Create your personalized fundraising webpage with our team coordinator
Step 4: Invite your friends
Step 5: Start training
Step 6: Have fun and run your race!

 

Questions? Email smoore@manosdecristo.org or call 477-7454 x107.

 

 

VOLUNTEER OR DONATE WITHOUT TRAINING

 

Don’t feel like running a half or full marathon, but still want to participate? We have lots of opportunities to be a part of the Keep Austin Smiling Running Team without lacing up those sneakers.

 

Volunteers will be needed at the Manos de Cristo water stop during the race. Sign-up starts in late November, and you can email volunteer@manosdecristo.org to save your spot.

 

Support our team by donating online with a tax-deductable gift or sponsoring the team. For more information about sponsorship, contact Shannon Moore at smoore@manosdecristo.org or 477-7454 x107.

 

 

Team Member Benefits

  • Training t-shirt
  • Training program provided by Hill Country Running
  • Comprehensive training guide   
  • Personalized fundraising web page
  • Weekly support emails and Facebook updates to keep you on track
  • Keep Austin Smiling post race party 
  • Deeply discounted access to professional training offered through 26 Miles for 26 Charities (deadline passed)

 

Superstar Benefits

Runners who raise $1,000 by January 15, 2012 will receive the following:

 

  • One complimentary entry into the 2013 LIVESTRONG Austin Marathon (All team members commit to raising a minimum of $500)
  • Gift voucher for a post-race massage
  • Two complimentary tickets to the 2012 Manos de Cristo Gala on Feb. 3