United Airlines NYC Half
The Organization for Autism Research will be back at the United Airlines NYC Half on March 15, 2026! Join the RUN FOR AUTISM team and help fund autism research!
NEED AN ENTRY?
Runners who need an entry into the 2026 United Airlines NYC Half Marathon can apply to join the RUN FOR AUTISM team for guaranteed entry.
Apply using the 2026 Application Form. This form asks you to answer some questions about why you'd like to join the RUN FOR AUTISM team and outline how you plan to raise the $1,250 fundraising commitment. Strong applicants will provide detailed answers to each question and express a strong commitment to supporting the autism community.
All applicants will receive a status update (accepted, waitlisted, denied) by December 8th.
HAVE AN ENTRY?
Runners who have already secured entry into the United Airlines NYC Half (through the lottery, 4/6 distance series, time qualification, etc.) can register for the RUN FOR AUTISM team and fundraise for OAR. To join the team, email run@researchautism.org.
FUNDRAISING Commitment:
- $1,250 – Guaranteed United Airlines NYC Half race entry - YOU pay your NYRR entry fee ($135 - $160)
- $250 – Participants with their own entry
You must raise $500 by February 23rd, 2026. Then, we'll send you the second registration step to claim your entry.
All fundraising is due two weeks after the race on March 29th, 2026.
Team Perks:
- Guaranteed race entry
- RUN FOR AUTISM singlet & tech shirt
- Private team Facebook group
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- OAR finisher's medal
- Personalized RUN FOR AUTISM online fundraising page
- Training & fundraising support from RUN FOR AUTISM staff
- Opportunity to earn team gear through our Fundraising Incentive program
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