The Nationwide Children's Hospital Columbus Marathon & 1/2 Marathon

Become a Children’s Champion!

Do you know the reason for the race? Because children need hope, and hope needs a champion. Since 2012, the Nationwide Children’s Hospital Columbus Marathon & 1/2 Marathon has raised $10 million and counting for life saving research and care.

Make every step more meaningful during the Nationwide Children's Hospital Columbus Marathon & 1/2 Marathon by committing to fundraise as a Children’s Champion. When you raise money for Nationwide Children’s, you are helping kids everywhere.

It's Simple:

• Fundraise to help find cures, save lives and create best outcomes for kids here and around the world.
• Earn perks and swag along the way as you reach new fundraising milestones.
• No minimum fundraising requirement. Every dollar makes a difference!
• Choose the impact you want to make. You can designate the funds you raise to support any program at the hospital.

Join our Community

For fundraising tips, inspirational stories, race information, and more, join our Children's Champions Facebook Group now!