Calling All Runners: Join the American Lung Association’s 2026 Marathon Teams Around the World

The American Lung Association is offering opportunities for endurance athletes to make an impact on lung health and clean air while participating in premier marathons around the world. The Lung Association’s Powered by Lungs team has bibs available for upcoming marathons in Berlin, Dublin and Honolulu.

For more than 120 years, the U.S. public has trusted the American Lung Association to protect their lungs. From researching treatments and cures for lung cancer and lung disease to keeping kids off tobacco products to advocating for policies that protect the air we all breathe, the Lung Association is the leader in advancing lung health and saving lives.

Joining the Powered by Lungs team provides critical funding to support the Lung Association’s lifesaving mission. It also provides a unique opportunity for experienced endurance runners and those passionate about running tourism to make a lasting difference in the lives of millions of people affected by lung disease. Ninety cents of every dollar raised goes directly to research, programming and advocacy.

The Lung Association’s Powered by Lungs has exclusive entries to the following 2026 marathons, including three of the eight World Marathon Majors:

• TCS Sydney Marathon on Sunday, August 30 – Elevation changes and breathtaking views from Sydney Harbor Bridge makes this marathon one of the most challenging and most rewarding. Learn more or support a runner.
• BMW Berlin Marathon on Sunday, September 27 – Try for your personal best on the fastest course in the world. Learn more or support a runner.
• Irish Life Dublin Marathon on Sunday, October 25 – Ireland’s capital buzzes with energy as runners weave their way through its landmarks and historic streets. Learn more or support a runner.
• TCS New York City Marathon on Sunday, November 2 – Experience New York like never before by winding through all five boroughs alongside participants from around 140 countries. Learn more or support a runner.
• JAL Honolulu Marathon on Sunday, December 13 – This beachfront race is the epitome of “Aloha Spirit,” known for being welcoming and inclusive with no time limit. Learn more or support a runner.

 Why Join the Powered by Lungs team?

• Be Part of a Global Movement: Join a community of passionate individuals working toward a future free of lung cancer and lung disease.
• Make Every Mile Count: Achieve your personal goals on race day while making a real difference in the lives of millions of people.
• Support Lifesaving Research: Fund lung disease research into new treatments and cures for lung cancer and lung disease, including asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), pneumonia and respiratory syncytial virus (RSV).
• Protect Clean Air Policies: Help advocate for policies that promote clean air and protect public health.
• Contribute a Tobacco-Free World: Support programs that help people quit tobacco products and prevent the next generation from becoming addicted.
• Exclusive Resources: Participants will have access to a specialized toolkit to streamline fundraising efforts.

The 2027 Powered by Lungs team marathon schedule, including the 2027 Tokyo Marathon and 2027 Sydney Marathon, will be announced at a later date. To learn more about becoming a charity runner on behalf of the American Lung Association, please contact [email protected].