Run the Tokyo Marathon 2026 for Chance for Children! Registration is open until July 9, 5pm, 2025 (JST)
We are thrilled to have been selected as an official charity of the Tokyo Marathon 2026 taking place on Sunday, March 1, 2026!
Are you interested in running the Tokyo Marathon, while making an impact on the lives of children in poverty in Japan by providing educational opportunities? Register today, and achieve both through the special opportunity of supporting work of Chance for Children! Or help us spread the word to your families, friends and co-workers. Every step counts to create society where no child is left behind. Run with us!
■ Event details
・Date: Sunday, March 1, 2026
・Location: Tokyo
・Donation Commitment: JPY100,000 or more
・Registration Fee; $230
・Contact: cfc@cfc.or.jp
■ Registration Process
【1. Applications accepted from June 24, 11am- July 9, 5pm, 2025 (JST).】
※Applications from those who wish to make a donation without running also welcomed until August 29, 5pm
During this period, complete your registration on the official Tokyo Marathon 2026 website-you will be asked to select Chance for Children as your charity organization. Once our 30 spots are filled, you will be automatically entered into lottery.
【2. Results notified from July 15- 18, 2025 (JST)】
We will reach out to you by email and let you know if you receive a race entry to the Tokyo Marathon 2026.
【3. Donations accepted from July 15, 11am- August 14, 5pm, 2025 (JST)】
Send a donation in the amount of JPY100,000 or more through a webpage specified in our email to secure your entry. Please note that your race entry will be canceled when we can not confirm receipt of your donation payment during the designated period. $230 entry fee will be charged separately.
Benefits include:
Rewarding charitable-giving experience to support child’s learning
An official certificate of appreciation given by Chance for Children
For residents in Japan, all donations are tax deductible to the extent allowed by law.
About Chance for Children
Chance for Children (CFC) is a non-profit organization committed to providing educational support to children living in poverty in Japan. Through its two pillar programs, Study Coupon, and HelloCul, CFC ensures that children have unique access to out-of-school education, including private tutoring schools, sports programs and music lessons. In addition, trained college student volunteers consult with the children on a regular basis to guide them on future path, learning and school life.
CFC was originally set out as a project of a different non-profit entity that supports children affected by the 1995 Great Hanshin-Awaji Earthquake. The project was spined off and incorporated in response to the Great East Japan Earthquake in 2011. Since its founding, CFC has supported more than 8,000 children, and made the lifelong impact on their lives.
A message from our Representative Director Yusuke Imai:
Our recent survey found that, due to rising prices, nearly 80% of economically struggling families have had to give up on expenses related to their children's education and experiential activities, making support urgently needed. We would be grateful for your support as a "Charity Runner" to help bring opportunities to as many children as possible.
※Chance for Children will participate in the Tokyo Marathon 2026 Charity. Tokyo Marathon 2026 Official Website