run for a reason
Run. jog. walk.
May 1-2, 2027
Why Join
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Run for FREE by fundraising for Casey’s Clubhouse
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Support athletes with disabilities and help fund inclusive programs
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Create unforgettable moments for our players — on and off the field
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What Events Can I Participate In
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Toddler Trot
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Pet Walk
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Kids Race
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Champions Mile
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5K
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Half Marathon
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Full Marathon
What You Get
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Free race entry
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Monthly updates and dedicated fundraising page
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Contests & team events leading up to race day
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Conquer a personal goal making a big impact
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Prizes based on fundraising efforts
Your Impact
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Every dollar you raise supports Casey’s Clubhouse kids and programs
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Helps us continue providing accessible, joyful experiences for all athletes
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You become part of our community — cheering on inclusion, opportunity, and triumph
adaptive stroller relay teams
who can participate
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​ANY athlete from Casey's Clubhouse or Always B Smiling can participate, whether they use a wheelchair, walker, or not!
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If your athlete wants to compete and join the 1% of people across the world that can say they've completed a marathon, this is for them!
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Complete the interest form by our November 18 deadline.
our partnership
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​Casey’s Clubhouse + Always B Smiling team up to expand inclusive racing opportunities
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Supporting kids and adults with special needs in the South Hills
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8 athletes will race in the 5K + 8 athletes will become marathon finishers
how it works
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​Join our Run for a Reason stroller relay team through the Pittsburgh Marathon & P3R
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Runners are partnered with an athlete to push them through the 5k or with a relay team to push the athlete through the full marathon
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Your efforts support accessible, life-changing experiences
your impact
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​Every dollar supports athletes and inclusive programs
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Funds raised are shared between Casey’s Clubhouse & Always B Smiling
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Your miles help create confidence, opportunity, and unforgettable moments
Stroller Athlete requirements
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Must be able to sit for 5 hours (marathon) or 20-40 minutes (5k) in an adaptive stroller​
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Must participate in fundraising
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Must meet a certain weight criteria based on the stroller
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If parents aren't running, they must be provide runners with information on their child and be available for check-ins on race day at different check points
