For the first time in our nearly 40 year history, we are partnering with the University Hospitals Cleveland Marathon through its 2027 Charity Program—and we invite you to be part of our team!
This exciting partnership brings together our members, supporters, and the adoption, foster care, and kinship community to raise awareness of ANC and funds for our vital programs.
With a 5K and 10K on Saturday, May 15 and a half and full marathon on Sunday, May 16, there are plenty of ways to get involved. Run, walk, cheer, spread the word, or help fundraise—every contribution makes a difference. You don’t have to cross a finish line to help move our mission forward.
Learn more about the Cleveland Marathon by clicking here.
In our role as a chariable partner of the Cleveland Marathon, there are several ways you can be part of this event AND ALSO help raise both awareness and funds for Adoption Network Cleveland!
HOW TO GET INVOLVED:
- You can donate to Adoption Network Cleveland via our Cleveland Marathon charitable partner page (click here!).
- You can JOIN or DONATE to the Adoption Network Cleveland 5K Walking Team by using this link and searching for “Adoption Network Cleveland 5K Walking Team.”
- You can opt to register for the Cleveland Marathon as a FUNDRAISER ONLY following the steps provided in the next section and select “Fundraiser Only.” There is no cost to set up a fundraiser-only page
- Share this opportunity with your friends, neighbors, and area running clubs.
- You can volunteer! When we get a bit closer to the event, we will have day-of volunteer opportunities both Saturday, May 15 and Sunday, May 16. More info coming soon...
- Create an account at https://raceroster.com/
- Once you are logged in, you will see a Welcome screen. Look for “Register for an event.” Click on the arrow in a box on the right, next to the people standing by the trees.
- A search bar will appear, asking you to search for your event by name. Enter “2027 University Hospitals Cleveland Marathon.” Select it from the list.
- You will land on a page with info about the Cleveland Marathon. Look over to the right and select “REGISTER.” Select the option that works best for you. Please note that you CAN opt ONLY to fundraise and not participate by selecting “Fundraising only.” There is no charge to set up a “Fundraising only” page. Each race (5k, 10k, half, and full marathon) has an entry fee.
- Once you have made your selection, you will complete the form with your information. [PLEASE NOTE: Adoption Network Cleveland has a Walk Division team called “Adoption Network Cleveland 5K Walking Team” for those interested in the 5K. When the form asks if you are an individual or a team, anyone is welcome to join us!]
- At the very end of the form, you will be asked if you would like to be a fundraiser. Check the box to indicate you would like to do so. From the dropdown menu, select “Adoption Network Cleveland” -- the list is alphabetical so we appear first. You will be able to select a personal fundraising goal. We suggest $1,000.
- Once you have completed the form, you will be asked to review and sign the marathon’s participant waiver.
- After the waiver, you will be asked if you’d like to make a donation to your selected charity. You can opt to attribute this donation to your personal fundraising page.
- Finally, you will come to the payment page to complete your registration. Please enter the promo code “27ANC” to receive 20% off your registration fee.
