BellRunners: 2026 TCS New York City Marathon
The Bell Center will open applications for the 2026 NYC BellRunner team in March 2026. Typically the application opens the same day that lottery results are announced from the marathon.
AS A NYC BELLRUNNER YOU WILL RECEIVE:
- Coveted slot in the 2026 TCS New York City Marathon.
- Paired with a TBC child to run for.
- Ongoing fundraising assistance and tips from TBC Staff, along with a personalized fundraising page.
- Official Team BellRunners running jersey and swag.
AS A NYC BELLRUNNER YOU WILL:
- Commit to raise $3,000 by race day, November 1, 2026.
- Notify friends and family of your participation in the 2026 TCS New York City Marathon through email, social media, and conversations.
- Have the competitive experience of a lifetime.
How to apply:
- Complete the TBC BellRunner Application.
- If selected for the team, pay a non-refundable holding deposit of $50 to secure your spot. This will be returned to you once you reach the fundraising target!
- The team at TBC will be in touch about next steps to begin fundraising!
For more information please contact Marketing & Development Coordinator, Elise Mayfield @ emayfield@thebellcenter.org.
Past NYC BellRunner Teams
2023 NYC BellRunner Team:
Kaitlyn Cashman
Patrick Cashman
Laurie Edmondson
Jane Lamb
John Lorino
Anna Ruth McCalley
Cele Sullivan
Mia Wamsley
Heather Weston
Robin White
Together, the 2023 NYC BellRunner team raised over $40,000 for TBC!
2024 NYC BellRunner Team
Jessica Beard
Evan Fisher
Beatriz Garcia
Emily Irvin Curran
David Loper
Whitney Lugo
Charles McCalley
Joseph Saffold
Hunter Smith
Melissa Snodgrass
Kristi Wilhite
Together, the 2024 NYC BellRunner team raised over $75,000 for TBC!
2025 NYC BellRunner Team
John Beck
Charles Branch
Ernie Carlton
Sumner Carlton
Mary Stewart Drummond
James Gannon
Rebecca Griffin
Nicolas Gutierrez
Emma Clare Johnson
Nate Karr
Erin Scheiter
Together, the 2025 NYC BellRunner team raised $55,000 for TBC!
