Running to Welcome New Neighbors
New Neighbors Partnership is proud to be an official charity partner of the 2026 TCS New York City Marathon.
Every donation helps sustain our work supporting refugee, asylee, and asylum-seeking families through long-term community partnerships, children’s clothing support, and practical care as families rebuild their lives in NYC.
Meet Team New Neighbors
Our runners are taking on the 2026 TCS New York City Marathon to help welcome new neighbors with dignity, stability, and community.
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Shannon is a first-time marathon runner and new mom. She started running after giving birth and feels deeply connected to NNP’s work supporting families with children as they rebuild their lives in NYC.
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Michael's family moved to New York from Egypt, and he is running to give back to the city that welcomed them. Through our team, he hopes to help other families feel supported as they build new lives here.
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Florin's a first-generation American whose family story is rooted in asylum and new beginnings. A veteran and product marketing leader, he is running to support families building a new life in NYC.
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Peace is a first-generation American and the child and sibling of political refugees. She is running her first marathon in honor of families seeking safety, healing, and new beginnings.
How to Support
You can support Team New Neighbors by donating to the team or directly to one of our runners.
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Meet the Runners
Read their stories and learn why they are running for NNP.
Make a Gift
Donate to a runner or to the full team fundraising page.
Help Families
Your support helps newcomer families feel welcomed, supported, and connected.
Support a Runner
You can support our runners by donating directly to their fundraising pages. Your contribution helps them reach our $18,000 team fundraising goal and directly benefits refugee and asylum-seeking families served by New Neighbors Partnership.
Employer matching gifts are accepted and encouraged. Check with your employer to see if they will match your donation and amplify your impact.
Frequently Asked Questions
Contact Us
For questions about the marathon program, application process, or fundraising requirements, please contact our team.
