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What is Team Running Strong?
Why should I run with a charity team?
When does registration begin and end? How do I register?
Is there a registration fee?
How much do I have to fundraise for Team Running Strong? What will the money be used for?
I'm not Native American. Can I still register with Team Running Strong?
I've never run a marathon before. Can I still register with Team Running Strong?
I'm an experienced runner. Can I still register with Team Running Strong?
What if I have already registered for the Marine Corps Marathon™?
Can I still be part of Team Running Strong if I don't live in the Washington, DC area?
Do you have any Team Running Strong materials for the press?
Q: What is Team Running Strong?
A: Team Running Strong is a marathon team that supports the charity Running Strong for American Indian Youth®.
In 2004, the Marine Corps Marathon™ chose Billy Mills, an Olympic Gold Medalist and Running Strong’s National Spokesperson, as their official starter and Team Running Strong was born.
Each year since, runners and walkers from all over the country have come together to raise funds and awareness about the great need in American Indian communities throughout the US.
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Q: Why should I run with a charity team?
A: Many of the poorest counties in the US are located on Indian Reservations, and families in these areas often lack access to valuable resources including clean drinking water, healthy foods, adequate health care, and proper housing.
By joining Team Running Strong you will not only experience the satisfaction of completing a marathon, but you will do it knowing you are creating a brighter future for children growing up in Indian Country.
Team Running Strong also offers special perks such as:
• a guaranteed spot in the Marine Corps Marathon™
• an optional 26 week training program through DC Fit
• a chance to meet our National Spokesman, Olympic Gold Medalist Billy Mills
• the camaraderie that comes with knowing you are running strong for a great cause.
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Q: When does registration begin and end? How do I register?
A: Registration for Team Running Strong is now closed. Spaces on Team Running Strong are go quickly and are filled on a first-come first-serve basis.
Information on registering for the 2008 Team Running Strong will be available in late spring 2008.
If you are interested in the 2008 team and would like more info, please send us an email.
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Q: Is there a registration fee?
A: Yes. Information on the 2008 registration fee will be available in Spring 2008.
Registration fees are not tax-deductible and non-refundable. Team Running Strong is filled on a first-come, first-served basis.
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Q: How much do I have to fundraise for Team Running Strong? What will the money be used for?
A: Running Strong asks that each team member commit to raise $1,000 (excluding their registration fee).
As a member of Team Running Strong, you will receive advice and support to help you meet your fundraising goal. Running Strong will provide each team member with a personalized web page featuring:
• a place for you to tell your story and give updates on your training
• a way for you to accept online donations
• a way track your fundraising progress
• an online guestbook for friends and family
You must meet your commitment even if you do not run in the Marine Corps Marathon™ on October 28, 2007 and all donations are non-refundable.
All proceeds from fundraising go into our Indian-led programs across the US. Running Strong for American Indian Youth® supports grassroots organizations that are helping families meet their immediate survival needs while valuing their culture with programs designed to create opportunities for self-sufficiency and self-esteem.
Our programs include:
• Food Distribution and Nutrition
• Water Wells
• Youth Programs
• Cultural and Language Preservation
• Housing Assistance
• Women's Health
Running Strong strives to keep administrative costs low and in 2006 spent less than 4% of its total budget on administrative costs.
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Q: I'm not Native American. Can I still register with Team Running Strong?
A: YES! Team Running Strong welcomes both Native and non-Native runners and walkers. Past Team Running Strong participants have been of varied backgrounds, athletic abilities, and from all different areas of the country.
The only requirement for joining Team Running Strong is motivation and interest in supporting a worthy cause!
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Q: I've never run a marathon before. Can I still register with Team Running Strong?
A: YES! Team Running Strong welcomes participants of all abilities.
In past years we have had native and non-native walkers and runners at many different levels. In fact, the Marine Corps Marathon™ is known as “the People’s Marathon” because it is a great race that is achievable for all.
Team Running Strong will provide you with the support you need to prepare for the race. We offer an optional 26-week training program through DC Fit, an organization that has a proven record of helping runners and walkers of all abilities prepare for marathons and half-marathons.
Team Running Strong will also maintain contact between teammates so that members can share difficulties, stories of his/her success, and support each other leading up to the race.
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Q: I'm an experienced runner. Can I still register with Team Running Strong?
A: YES! Team Running Strong welcomes participants of all abilities. In past years we have had native and non-native runners come from varied backgrounds, many of whom had run several marathons on his/her own before joining Team Running Strong.
Team Running Strong will provide you with the support you need to prepare for the race. We offer an optional 26-week training program through DC Fit, an organization that has a proven record of helping runners and walkers of all abilities prepare for marathons and half-marathons.
Team Running Strong will also maintain contact between teammates so that members can share difficulties, stories of his/her success, and support each other leading up to the race.
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Q:What if I have already registered for the Marine Corps Marathon™?
A: The Marine Corps Marathon™ is still accepting transfers to charity teams. You can still join Team Running Strong if you are registed for the general marathon!
Send us an email with your information and we will help you become a Team member.
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Q: Can I still be part of Team Running Strong if I don't live in the Washington, DC area?
A: Yes, Team Running Strong brings together members from across the US.
Through email updates, team blogs, and more we will help you get to know your fellow runners.
Team Running Strong’s 26 week training program is available nationally through USAFit, so you can participate with runners and walkers of all abilities right in your area.
Then on the race weekend, Team Running Strong will be present at the Expo and in our post-race charity tent. There will also be a team honoring and reception the Saturday before the race, where you can meet Billy Mills, so you will have lots of chances to get to know your teammates.
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Q: Do you have any Team Running Strong materials for the press?
A: Yes, download our 2007 Team Running Strong Press Release (PDF) or contact us at marathon@indianyouth.org for more materials.
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Q: What if I have a question that has not been addressed?
A: Send us an email with your question and we will get back to you with an answer.
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