NYC Marathons (New York Road Runners, NYRR) is a prominent organization dedicated to promoting and supporting running in various capacities. Here’s a summary of their mission, core values, history, and impact:

Mission and Impact:

NYRR’s mission is to help and inspire people through running.
They work with NYRR members, supporters, participants, and partners to make a significant impact on the community, youth, charity, and individual runners.
They have raised significant funds for charity, with $460 million raised since 2006, and $100 million raised by the NYRR Team for Kids since 2002.

Core Values:

NYRR believes in building communities and better lives through running.
They aim to inspire and lead by example, using passion to fuel their activities.
NYRR encourages aiming high while appreciating what’s within reach.
They emphasize the importance of creating, collaborating, and growing.
They believe they can change the world through running.

History:

NYRR has a rich history that began with a local running club of 40 people and has grown over 60 years.
Their history is marked by a commitment to helping and inspiring people through running, making them the world’s premier community running organization.

Hall of Fame:

NYRR has a Hall of Fame that honors runners who have made significant contributions, both on and off the race course.
Honorees include notable figures like Grete Waitz, Fred Lebow, Miki Gorman, and Nina Kuscsik.

New York City Marathon History:

The New York City Marathon started in 1970 with 127 entrants and 55 finishers, entirely within Central Park.
It has grown over the years, with over 53,000 participants crossing the finish line in 2019.
The 50th running of the marathon took place in person in 2021, with over 25,000 finishers.

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