Team Sandy Hook Promise

Have fun while raising funds to prevent gun violence and protect our kids.

United Airlines NYC Half Marathon

Sunday, March 16, 2025

For the second time, Sandy Hook Promise will participate as an official Charity Partner of the 2025 United Airlines NYC Half Marathon. 

Commit to raise $2,500 and you get:

  • Bib for race entry
  • SHP Team running shirt
  • Personal “Team SHP” fundraising page
  • Scripted social media posts for individual fundraising
  • Fundraising tips and online toolkit
  • Training tips and opportunities to engage with other SHP runners
  • Cheer Zone for runner, family, and friends

Email [email protected] with any questions.

Rebecca Somer completing the NYC marathon with SHP.
Two SHP runners at the starting line.

Chicago Marathon

Save the Date: Sunday, October 12, 2025

With every mile you run, you’re helping to protect our kids. Children are safer today thanks to the commitment of runners like you. Our runners have our deepest gratitude.

Commit to raise $2,500 and you get:

  • Bib for race entry
  • SHP Team running shirt
  • Personal “Team SHP” fundraising page
  • Scripted social media posts for individual fundraising
  • Fundraising tips and online toolkit
  • Training tips and opportunities to engage with other SHP runners
  • Virtual team celebration with SHP staff prior to Marathon weekend

Email [email protected] with any questions.

Facebook Fitness Challenge

Take the virtual challenge solo or with friends and family!
👟 44 miles
🗓 31 days
💚 1 challenge to help us create a future where children are free of school shootings.

Join the 44-Mile Challenge for the 44 children who are shot and killed or injured each day in America, and in remembrance of the tragedy that happened 12 years ago at Sandy Hook Elementary School.

Sign up today and start making an impact! Go to our Facebook Challenge Page and click the ‘Get Started’ button.

44-Mile-Remembrance-Challenge

TCS NYC Marathon

Sunday, November 2, 2025

Sandy Hook Promise is an official Charity Partner of the TCS New York City Marathon.

With every mile you run, you’re helping to protect our kids. Children are safer today thanks to the commitment of runners like you. Our runners have our deepest gratitude.

Commit to raise $3,500 and you get:

  • Bib for race entry
  • SHP Team running shirt
  • Personal “Team SHP” fundraising page
  • Scripted social media posts for individual fundraising
  • Fundraising tips and online toolkit
  • Training tips and opportunities to engage with other SHP runners
  • Cheer Zone for runner, family, & friends
  • Virtual team celebration with SHP staff prior to Marathon weekend

Email [email protected] with any questions.

Team Sandy Hook Promise at the NYC Marathon.

Fundraise for Gun Violence Prevention

Since the start of the pandemic, depression, social isolation and gun violence has been on the rise. Now more than ever, our ambition is to bring our proven Know the Signs programs to even more communities in need at no cost.

Your fundraising helps support our programs, including educational materials, crisis counselors and expert trainers. Your generosity also funds research to improve programs and develop new ways to end gun violence against children and youth.

How to start fundraising with Team Sandy Hook Promise Now

Getting started is easy! You can create an activity fundraiser through our partnership with Haku. It’s just three simple steps to get started.

1. Sign up

Create your free, personal fundraising page at Haku.

2. Set Your Goals

Set your activity and fundraising goals that are ambitious, achievable, and right for you!

3. Spread the Word

Share your fundraiser with your friends and family on social media and don't forget to tag us! #SandyHookPromise

nicole mark nyc marathon

Participate Your Way!

We are excited to offer a year-round option to participate on Team Sandy Hook Promise to give everyone the opportunity, at any level, with the activity of their choice to get involved. Your athletic efforts from running a marathon, walking a 5k, or jumping rope will contribute to our lifesaving violence prevention programs. Join us on Team Sandy Hook Promise and help save lives and protect our kids!

There is no minimum fundraising commitment required and you can participate when it is convenient for you. You can make this your own and we are here to help along the way!

Email [email protected] with any questions.

Half Marathon Team Member Benefits

Commit to raise $2,000 and you get:

  • Bib for race entry
  • SHP Team running shirt
  • Personal “Team SHP” fundraising page
  • Scripted social media posts for individual fundraising
  • Fundraising tips and online toolkit
  • Training tips and opportunities to engage with other SHP runners
  • Cheer Zone for runner, family, & friends

Know that with every dollar you raise and every step you run, you’re helping protect more children from gun violence.

Marathon Team Member Benefits

Commit to raise $3,500 and you get:

  • Bib for race entry
  • SHP Team running shirt
  • Team event with SHP leaders the day before the Marathon
  • Personal “Team SHP” fundraising page
  • Scripted social media posts for individual fundraising
  • Fundraising tips and online toolkit
  • Training tips and opportunities to engage with other SHP runners
  • Cheer Zone for runner, family, & friends
  • Pre-race day gathering with SHP staff
  • Sandy Hook Promise gift bag

Know that with every dollar you raise and every step you run, you’re helping protect more children from gun violence.

Other Ways to Help

If you’re holding an event which involves fundraising on channels other than GoFundMe or Facebook or are raising donations offline, such as collecting cash or checks, please email us at [email protected] for further instructions.

Apply for the United Airlines Half Marathon - Team Sandy Hook Promise

Apply for the United Airlines Half Marathon – Team Sandy Hook Promise

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