BERLIN Marathon
The Organization for Autism Research will return to the BMW Berlin Marathon on September 27, 2026! Join the
RUN FOR AUTISM Team and help fund autism research!
NEED AN ENTRY?
Runners who need an entry into the 2026 BMW Berlin 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 $3,000 fundraising commitment. Strong applicants will provide detailed answers to each question and express a strong commitment to supporting the autism community.
Applications are being evaluated on a rolling basis, and all applicants will receive a status update (accepted, waitlisted, or rejected) within a few months of applying.
HAVE AN ENTRY?
Runners who have already secured entry into the race can register for the RUN FOR AUTISM team and fundraise for OAR. To join the team, email run@researchautism.org.
FUNDRAISING Commitment:
The fundraising minimum requirements for the BMW Berlin Marathon are below:
- $3,000 – Participants who need to use a charity entry from OAR.
- $250 – Participants who already have an entry into the BMW Berlin Marathon.
The first $500 in fundraising is due on March 6, 2026. Failure to meet this deadline may result in your removal from the team and race.
All fundraising is due two weeks after the race: October 11, 2026.
Team Perks:
- Guaranteed race entry
- RUN FOR AUTISM singlet & tech shirt
- OAR finisher's medal
- Opportunity to earn team gear through our Fundraising Incentive program
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- Free marathon training with KOPF Running
- Personalized RUN FOR AUTISM online fundraising page
- Training & fundraising support from RUN FOR AUTISM staff
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