Run With Grassroot Soccer!

Join Team GRS to run the 26.2 and raise funds to empower young people to overcome their greatest health challenges.

Apply for the 2025 Chicago Marathon

Run for a Cause

Grassroot Soccer is a partner for several marquee marathons around the world, allowing athletes the opportunity to achieve their goals while making a difference in the lives of young people. Runners with Team GRS commit to fundraising goals, and our team will work with you to support your fundraising and training efforts in the lead up to race day.

Official Marathon Partners

New York Marathon

Grassroot Soccer is proud to be an official charity partner of the TCS New York City Marathon, the premier event of New York Road Runners!

Commit to fundraising $4,000 for GRS and receive the following benefits:

  • Guaranteed entry into the TCS New York City Marathon
  • Team Grassroot Soccer jersey
  • Team dinner during race weekend
  • Personalized online fundraising page & fundraising toolkit
  • Training and fundraising support
Chicago Marathon

Grassroot Soccer is proud to be an official partner of the Bank of America Chicago Marathon.

Commit to fundraising $2,500 for GRS and receive the following benefits:

  • Guaranteed entry into the Bank of America Chicago Marathon
  • Team Grassroot Soccer jersey
  • Personalized online fundraising page & fundraising toolkit
  • Training and fundraising support
London Marathon

Grassroot Soccer is an official charity partner of the London Marathon, and has secured ONE spot for the 2025 London Marathon! There is very high demand to run in the London Marathon. We are starting a formal interest list, and hope to have more spots in the future.

Want to support Grassroot Soccer in another race?

You are always welcome to fundraise for Grassroot Soccer even if we aren’t an official partner with that race! Reach out to our team for details. We’d love to chat!