Marathons for Change.
Paris.

Full-Marathon April 13, 2025.

At Aid Pioneers, we understand that true change requires dedication, resilience, and a long-term commitment, much like running a marathon. This is why we focus on supporting locally-led initiatives that foster sustainable, lasting impact—helping communities thrive long after international aid has moved on.

We’re excited to invite you to be part of something bigger than just a race. Join us for the 2025 Paris Marathon, and run for a cause that goes beyond the finish line. Whether you’re aiming for a personal best, challenging yourself to new limits, or simply seeking to make a meaningful difference, this is your opportunity to support life-changing projects around the world.

Your participation will help fund initiatives like solar energy projects in Ethiopia, empowering local communities with renewable energy; advancing education and opportunity in Lebanon, giving young people the tools they need to build a better future; and providing critical, life-saving support to frontline communities in Ukraine, where every day brings new challenges.

Sign up today for the 2025 Paris Marathon and become part of a global movement dedicated to making lasting change. With every mile you run, you’re contributing to a brighter, more sustainable future for those who need it most. Together, we can take meaningful strides toward a better world—one step at a time.

Global runs with local impact

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“I am running 26.2 miles with Aid Pioneers because I am inspired by the organization's life-saving impact.
– Morgan Waterman.

Why run with Aid Pioneers?

We maximize the impact of your fundraising efforts

With Aid Pioneers, you can combine your passion for running with tangible impact for people caught in crisis and hardship. We’re able to create this impact by leveraging the power of a vast network, multiplying the value of every contribution made to our projects. With us, your fundraising efforts becomes more than a charitable gesture – they become an investment in the future of vulnerable communities.

We offer you the freedom to choose a cause close to your heart

Running for a cause you believe in elevates your marathon experience beyond personal fulfillment to benefit others as well. We experienced this firsthand in 2023 when four members of the Aid Pioneers team completed a half Ironman to deliver medical supplies to frontline hospitals in Ukraine. Therefore, we offer you the freedom to select a projects from our project database or suggest one that doesn’t exist yet. This way, you can be sure that your commitment aligns closely with your humanitarian intentions.

Our Marathon Collaboration

Your Commitment

When you run with Aid Pioneers, you commit to achieving an athletic ambition while actively fundraising to support meaningful humanitarian projects across the globe.

Running for Aid Pioneers involves fundraising for the organization as a whole or a cause of your choice. We select runners with fundraising goals that will unlock the most change for the vulnerable communities we support.

While you're accountable for meeting your fundraising goals, we'll be there to support you every step of the way. Rallying your community to generously contribute to a cause adds another layer to your athletic challenge – and it's a great way to get everyone invested and cheering you on!

What you gain

Join the vibrant Aid Pioneers runner community to share experiences, offer support, and foster motivation. Connect with fellow runners digitally and participate in events in Germany and the US. As part of the community, you'll also receive branded Aid Pioneers logo-shirts, perfect for training sessions and social media promotion.
Each runner receives a customized landing page to effectively communicate their mission to potential donors. Accept contributions via convenient platforms such as PayPal, Apple Pay, or bank transfer, while tracking progress through an interactive donation bar. Benefit from invaluable insights provided by our marathon support team on crafting compelling narratives, enhancing donor engagement, and maximizing fundraising success.
When you contribute to our cause, you'll stay connected to the tangible impact of your fundraising achievement. Through regular updates, you'll witness firsthand the positive changes your contributions bring to vulnerable communities around the globe.
Gain exclusive access to our organization, where you'll receive invitations to special events and engage in thought-provoking discussions. These opportunities allow you to delve deeper into our mission, connect with like-minded individuals, and explore innovative solutions to global challenges.

1/ Application

Start your journey by completing our application form. Join our team of dedicated runners.

Your Marathon Journey

2/ Confirmation

Once we receive your application, we'll contact you with potential next steps.

3/ Fundraise

You can choose the cause you want to fundraise for from our project database. We will support your fundraising journey and make sure you’re set up for success.

4/ Run

Run the marathon! Embrace the challenge, break a personal record, and contribute to our mission with each step.

5/ Stay Connected

Get updates about the impact of your fundraising efforts. You have the chance to be an active part of our community and attend meetings and events related to the causes you've supported.

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Open questions?

Reach out to our marathon coordinator anytime by sending an email. We appreciate your interest in our mission, and we're here to answer any questions you may have.

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