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Thanks to our amazing supporters, we have raised more than $1.8 million from a community of more than 4,000 people in the United States and across the globe. We have received annual and multi-year commitments from a diverse and expanding network including private individuals, family foundations and corporate partners.
2026 Endurance Races - Join the Team!
Men’s L’Etape du Tour de France*
July 19, 2026
Allez! Join other amateur cyclists for l’Etape du Tour de France, an ambitious 170km race through the mountains of southern France. Participants complete one of the stages of the historic race as they follow the path of the cycling greats. Register to race for The Iris Fund here.
Women’s L’Etape du Tour de France*
august 6, 2026
Female cyclists are invited to climb the legendary Mont Ventoux as part of a 120km route that includes remarkable scenery and 3000m of elevation gain. Contact theirisfund@outlook.com if you’re interested in riding for a cause!
*Both cycling events are inclusive and open to cyclists of any gender!
TCS Sydney Marathon
august 30, 2026
The Iris Fund is thrilled to be an official charity partner of The Sydney Marathon in its second year as a major marathon! Run one of the world’s most scenic marathon courses, taking in some of Sydney’s most beautiful and historic landmarks, including the Sydney Harbour Bridge and Opera House. Apply to join our team here!
2026 BMW Berlin Marathon
September 27, 2026
A major marathon and one of the largest marathons in the world, the BMW Berlin Marathon welcomes runners to a course where world records are made, live bands cheer on participants and finishers celebrate as they go through the famous Brandenburg Gate. Click here to join our team in Berlin!
Ridgefield ROad Fest: Half Marathon, Seven Mile Race and Iris Fund 5k
october 18, 2026
Our hometown race is celebrating its 50th year! Join us for the Ridgefield Half-Marathon and 7-Miler or be part of The Iris Fund 5k for the second year in beautiful Ridgefield, CT. Learn more about the race here; a special promo code for Iris Fund runners will be available soon.
2026 TCS New York City Marathon
November 1, 2026
We’re ready for our biggest team yet! Once again, we are proud to be an official charity partner for the New York City Marathon. As we work tirelessly to change the trajectory of preterm birth, we’re thrilled to bring our message to the city that never sleeps for another major marathon. Interested in running in New York? Reach out to theirisfund@outlook.com.
2026 Honolulu marathon
December 13, 2026
Join us in Hawaii for the first time! Team Iris will take on the Honolulu Marathon, one of the largest marathons in the United States. An early start lit by fireworks kicks off an epic run with ocean views and sunrise light, ending at Kapi‘olani Park just steps from the beach. If you’d like to join our team in Honolulu, email theirisfund@outlook.com.
2027 Tokyo Marathon
March 1, 2027
We’re running our first-ever Tokyo Marathon on March 1, 2026 - and already planning for next year! Another of the world’s major marathons, this course is designed to take runners through the past, present and future of Tokyo. Our 2026 team is complete; email theirisfund@outlook.com if you’re interested in running in 2027.