It Takes a Village
Volunteer your time and talents at the Omaha Marathon. This is a great opportunity for individuals or groups to give back to the Omaha running community and support a locally-run event. Volunteers will receive an event t-shirt and snacks and refreshments!
Asterix (*) indicates volunteer opportunities available on the day(s) before or after the race.
RUN IT FORWARD
Support Our Runners, We Support Your Mission
Run It Forward is your nonprofit’s chance to raise $500 while helping power the Omaha Marathon! By volunteering at one of our aid stations, your team of 16 volunteers supports hundreds of runners - and receives a $500 donation for your 501(c)(3) organization, school or the charity of your choice.
How it works:
- A limited number of aid stations are available on a first come, first served basis.
- To receive your donation, your organization must volunteer for two, three-hour shifts (~6:45 a.m. to 10 a.m. and 9:45 a.m. to 12:45 p.m.). At least eight volunteers are needed for each shift.
- Volunteers are encouraged to make signs, decorate their station and dress in costume. Omaha Marathon will supply all aid station materials – you supply the energy!
- Volunteers who register by Sept. 5, receive a free volunteer T-shirt.
- We will donate $500 to your nonprofit for completing the full 6-hour coverage.
Why it matters:
When your nonprofit steps up to support runners, we step up to support you. It’s Omahans helping Omahans - on the course and in the community.
Who is eligible:
Staffing an aid station is a great team-building activity perfect for corporate wellness teams, school clubs, dance and cheerleading groups, sports teams, community and faith-based groups, families and more!
Donations will only be made to 501(c)(3) organizations or schools. If your group is not an official 501(c)(3) or a school, we are happy to donate to the 501(c)(3) of your choice or one of our event charities: the Omaha Running Club, Omaha Police Department Foundation, the Council Bluffs Police Department or Heartland READY.
Added Bonus: Runners will vote on the most creative and supportive aid station and the winner will receive a $100 pizza party compliments of Godfather's Pizza!
Limited spots available. Run It Forward and reserve your station today!
