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The TCS Toronto Waterfront Marathon supports over 150 charities, aiming to raise $2 million. Runners can choose charities to fundraise for during registration or afterward.
Last year, participants raised over $1.7 million for more than 165 charities, totaling $57 million. This year’s goal is $2 million, with fundraising ending Nov. 15. Read more culture coverage.
Annex Cat Rescue, Wigwamen, UrbanPromise, and Daily Bread Food Bank are among the charities benefiting. Donations help cover urgent medical care, affordable housing, youth mentorship, and food insecurity. Related: TCS Toronto Waterfront Marathon to Feature Elite Runners.
This original Runner World brief is based on reporting from Canadian Running. Visit the source for its complete reporting, context and any later corrections.
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What should runners know about TCS Toronto Waterfront Marathon Supports Diverse Causes?
Runners can support various charities through the TCS Charity Challenge. The TCS Toronto Waterfront Marathon supports over 150 charities, aiming to raise $2 million. Runners can choose charities to fundraise for during registration or afterward.
When did Runner World publish this culture brief?
Runner World published this brief on October 15, 2026. The underlying Canadian Running report was dated October 15, 2026.
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This summary is based on reporting from Canadian Running. The attributed source link in the article leads to the publisher’s complete report.
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