PENCIL is proud to be an Official Charity Partner of the 2025 United Airlines Half Marathon. The Team PENCIL application is now open.
PENCIL makes it easy for business professionals, educators, and students to work together—in schools and the workplace. Our hands-on programs, including in-school partnerships, mentoring, internships, and immersive experiences like Principal For A Day®, create targeted opportunities to make a real difference in the classroom and beyond.
By joining Team PENCIL, you can help New York City public school students develop their career skills and achieve their goals.
Race Details:
Sunday, March 16, 2025
Fundraising Commitment: $1,000 minimum
Race Registration: $130 for NYRR members / $160 for non-members
As a member of Team PENCIL, you will be joining a community of active philanthropists who are passionate about raising funds in support of PENCIL’s mission and meeting their own personal fitness goals. Spots are available on a first-come, first-served basis.
Join us and run on behalf of New York City public school students.
All Team PENCIL members will receive:
Guaranteed entry into the 2025 United Airlines Half Marathon
PENCIL t-shirt
A personal, online tool to track your fundraising progress and help you meet your goal
Individualized support and advice from a team of professional fundraisers
The opportunity to help deserving NYC youth to reach their college and career goals
Volunteer opportunities and general access to PENCIL network events.
Your support can help PENCIL unlock the possibilities by engaging thousands more students in programs that open eyes, open minds, and open doors.
For more information and to register to run in the United Airlines Half Marathon, please reach out to Hannah Immerman at himmerman@pencil.org.
