Yes! Many employers offer matching gift programs that can double — or even triple — the impact of your donation. Check with your company to see what’s available, and be sure to request a match once you’ve completed your fundraising so your support can go even further. Follow your company’s internal matching process — if documentation is required, we’re happy to help.

How to request a matching gift:

• Log into your company’s giving or HR portal.
• Search for “The King’s Trust USA.”
  • If you see “The King’s Trust USA: 50-for-50 Marathon Campaign,” you may select it, though choosing the general profile works just as well.
• Submit your receipt or enter your donation amount.
• If prompted, use our EIN: 82-5457122.
• Once you submit the request, please email [email protected] so we know to look out for it.
• We’ll track the match on our end and confirm once it has arrived and been added to your fundraising total.

Other employer matching options:

• Mail a check from your company (or its foundation) to:
  The King’s Trust USA
  45 W 27th Street
  New York, NY 10001
• Arrange a wire transfer by having your employee matching department contact [email protected].

Encouraging your employer to match your donation is a simple way to maximize your impact. Check here to see whether your employer offers matching gifts or volunteer grants.

The money you raise goes directly toward supporting young people in the U.S. in the areas where the need is greatest.

Race fees vary by marathon. Some races include the registration fee as part of the King’s Trust USA charity package, while others require runners to pay the fee separately. King’s Trust USA provides fundraising support, materials, and community; race registration fees are determined by each marathon. All runners register directly with the organization responsible for their chosen marathon and will be prompted to pay the registration fee at the time of registration if applicable. For questions about a specific marathon, please email [email protected].

The fundraising minimum varies by marathon, but we encourage runners to set a meaningful goal that reflects the campaign. If you have any questions or want to talk through what a strong or realistic goal might be, just let us know — we’re here to support you every step of the way.

If marathon day comes around and you still haven’t reached your goal, no worries — just reach out to us. We can strategize together on final pushes, matching gift outreach, and simple ways to close the gap.

The fundraising deadline varies by marathon. Please refer to your signed commitment form for your specific race’s deadline. As outlined in the form, any remaining balance needed to reach your fundraising commitment will be charged to the credit card information you provided. We’ll always do everything we can to support you before that point so you feel confident and set up for success.

Absolutely. Recruitment is ongoing — and we can do the outreach if you’d prefer.

Please refer to your fundraising toolkit for more information and resources about recruitment.

Runners take part in select, iconic U.S. marathons throughout 2026 and early 2027, fundraising along the way. Together, their individual efforts unite around one powerful goal: raising $150,000 in celebration of The King’s Trust’s 50th anniversary and opening the door to life-changing opportunities for young people who need them most. All funds raised through 50-for-50 support young people in the United States and are directed to areas of greatest need.

Link to short video about our work in the U.S.

Your gift helps change the trajectory of a young person’s life. It enables The King’s Trust USA to provide the skills, confidence, and belief young people need to take their next step — whether that’s into education, employment, or entrepreneurship. By investing in potential at a pivotal moment, your support doesn’t just open doors today; it helps shape brighter, more independent futures for years to come.

Yes — giving through your DAF is easy:

1. Use the embedded DAFpay form.
2. Complete your grant recommendation in just a few clicks.
3. Your gift will be directed to The King’s Trust USA (EIN: 82-5457122).

We’ll send an acknowledgment once your gift is received.

Absolutely. Whether you donate, cheer from the sidelines, or help spread the word on social media, every form of support helps move this campaign — and young people’s futures — forward.

You can also explore the stories of our runners and support an individual participant whose journey resonates with you.