Frequently Asked Questions
What is Run Your Own Race?
In addition to our core events (Boston Marathon and the Falmouth Road Race) Team End ALZ is also comprised of individual athletes participating in various road races, endurance events and triathlons across the country to benefit the Alzheimer's Association. Sign up for any event of your choice!
How will the Alzheimer's Association help me to run my own race?
The Alzheimer's Association will provide you with fundraising support, your own personalized fundraising website, an official New Balance Team End ALZ race singlet, coaching advice and the option to earn fun prizes and gear. You are responsible for registering directly with the race of your choice and paying the race's registration/entry fee.
What qualifications are there to participate?
None! This program is for athletes of all type -- from beginner to experienced. We encourage runners of all levels to run a race that best fits your interest, whether that be a local 5K or a challenging Tough Mudder event. There are no fundraising minimums required, but we do hope that you consider setting a high goal to help us END ALZ!
Can the Alzheimer's Association secure a race entry for me?
Unfortunately, no. As part of the Run Your Own Race program, the athlete is responsible for securing entry to the race of their choice and paying any registration fee associated with it.
What is the fundraising minimum?
There is no fundraising minimum or requirement with Run Your Own Race! Every dollar raised makes an impact on our mission! Since Team End ALZ began in 2001, over $10M has been raised to support our mission! There is a $50 kickoff donation when you set up your fundraising page that is tax deductible and is applied to your fundraising total.
How do I start fundraising?
The best fundraising efforts start by sharing your personal story about why you're participating in this event. You can share your story on your personal fundraising page by logging in to your participant center. Once your page is updated, share it with friends, family, and coworkers via email, social media, text, networking, and word of mouth!
Where does the money go?
The funds raised through this event go to our full mission and benefit the care, support and research efforts of the Alzheimer’s Association. For more information on our mission click HERE and learn more our fundraising standards here.
How is the money collected?
Submitting donations to the Alzheimer’s Association is quick and easy. Donations can be made online or by submitting a check or money order by mail the address below. All checks and money orders should be made out to "Alzheimer's Association". Please do not mail cash, we ask that you turn any cash into a check or money order.
Alzheimer's Association
Attn: Team End ALZ
309 Waverley Oaks Road, Suite 301
Waltham, MA 02452
*Be sure to download, print and include this deposit form with all mailed donations. If you can not download and print this form please include a note with your name and "for Team End ALZ" to ensure you are credited accordingly.