Blue Line Charity Partner Program
Funding Amount
Varies depending on annual proceeds; top three charities raising $5,000+ receive additional donations
Deadline
Rolling / Open
Grant Type
foundation
Overview
Blue Line Charity Partner Program
Overview: Allows nonprofits from the community to use the Akron Marathon Race Series presented by Summa Health as a fundraiser. Partner organizations receive a large promotional audience (14,000+ runners and 2,000+ volunteers) without having to plan and organize an event themselves.
Geographic Scope: Akron, Ohio area and surrounding community
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Events Available:
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Background: Launched in 2015, this program has grown significantly. As of 2021, over $6 million had been raised through net proceeds of events, runner donations, and this Blue Line Charity Partner Program. In 2015, the program expanded to include 15 local charities.
How to Apply
Application Process
1. Visit akronmarathon.org/charitypartners
2. Complete charity partner application
3. Submit application through online form
4. Organization must have 501(c)(3) status
- Organization information and 501(c)(3) documentation
- Description of mission and community impact
- Plan for recruiting runners and volunteers
- Fundraising goals
Required Materials
- Recruit runners to fundraise on organization's behalf
- Recruit volunteers for race weekend
- Promote organization at the events
- All funds raised go directly to the nonprofit
Ongoing Participation
- Top three charities raising $5,000+ receive additional donations from Akron Marathon
- Donation amounts vary based on annual proceeds
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