New York City Marathon · Fred's Team

Run With Purpose.
Change Lives.

FredsTeamMark is a charity marathon team running the TCS New York City Marathon to raise life-saving funds for Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center. Join us — earn your bib, train with a team, and make every mile matter.

$500K+ Raised for MSK
8 Years Running
101+ Runners
Fred's Team Mark runners at the 2022 NYC Marathon

Our Mission

Racing for a Cure,
One Mile at a Time

Team Mark is a dedicated sub-group of Fred's Team — the official charity running program of Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center. Every November, our team laces up and takes on all 26.2 miles of the TCS New York City Marathon, raising critical funds for MSK's world-renowned cancer research programs.

Founded in 2018 by Mark Kourey, Tom Walsh, and a close group of friends united by a shared belief that running can change the world, FredsTeamMark has grown into a passionate community of athletes and advocates who show up year after year — not just to race, but to make a real difference in the fight against cancer. Since 2018, Team Mark has raised over $500,000 for MSK — and Fred's Team has raised over $100,000,000 since its inception in 1995.

  • 🏁 Run the world's greatest marathon
  • 🔬 Raise money for life-saving cancer research at MSK
  • 👥 Join a community of passionate, purpose-driven runners
Our Full Story

2026 Season

Help Us Reach Our Goal

Why Join Us

Why Join FredsTeamMark?

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Run the NYC Marathon

Get a guaranteed entry to the world's most celebrated marathon through our charity bib program — no lottery needed.

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Fund Cancer Research

100% of your fundraising goes directly to MSK's groundbreaking cancer research programs, helping save lives today and tomorrow.

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Join Our Community

Training support, group runs, team dinners, and lifelong friendships with an incredible group of people who share your passion.

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Full Support

Coaching guidance, fundraising resources, logistics help, and a dedicated team captain to support you every step of the way.

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Marathon Weekend

Experience the full NYC Marathon weekend with team dinners, expo visits, cheer squads along the course, and post-race celebrations.

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Make an Impact

Feel the profound meaning of running 26.2 miles in honor of cancer patients and their families — every step carries purpose.

Team Memories

A Few Miles Worth Remembering

What Our Runners Say

Hear From the Team

Running the NYC Marathon with Fred's Team Mark has been one of the most meaningful experiences of my life. The combination of athletic achievement and genuine impact is unlike anything else.

Tom Walsh

Team Founder & Captain

I joined in 2019 knowing nothing about marathons. Six years later, I've raised over $25,000 for MSK. The team support made every mile worth it.

Jason Asher

Co-Founder & Runner since 2019

The team dinners, the training runs, the cheering at mile 17 — this is so much more than a running team. It's a family.

Jen Kelly

Team Member

Ready to Make Your Mark?

Join our 2025 team and run the NYC Marathon for a cause that matters. Applications are open — spots are limited.