Inaugural Giving Tuesday Community 5K Run Unites Run for a Reason Participants for Movement That Makes an Impact

PITTSBURGH, PA — This Giving Tuesday, runners and walkers of all abilities are invited to come together for the inaugural Giving Tuesday Community 5K Run, a free event designed to celebrate generosity, build community, and inspire support for the causes championed through P3R’s Run for a Reason Charity Program. 

On Dec. 2 at 6 a.m., participants will enjoy a morning filled with movement and meaningful activations at P3R headquarters, including:

• Photo Opportunities: Participants can grab a memorable picture at the iconic Run for a Reason Heart — perfect for social media, fundraising pages, and inspiring others to give.
• Early Bird Perks: The first 400 runners on site will receive an exclusive beanie.
• Special Fundraising Incentive: Any charity participant who raises $75 or more on Giving Tuesday will earn an exclusive hoodie featuring the 40+ official charities in the 2026 Run for a Reason program.

The Run for a Reason program continues to be a force for good. In 2025, 4,270 charity runners raised $1.4 million, marking one of the program’s most impactful years yet. Since its launch in 2009, the program has raised more than $18 million for local, national, and global nonprofit organizations. Looking ahead to 2026, P3R aims to inspire even more runners to move for a cause while working toward a record $1.5 million fundraising goal.

“Giving Tuesday is a powerful reminder of what our community can accomplish when we move together with purpose,” said Troy Schooley, P3R CEO. “Our charity runners are the heartbeat of this program, and this event gives us a chance to celebrate the impact they make every single year. Together, we can turn this momentum into our most successful fundraising year yet.”

How to Participate in the 2026 Run for a Reason Program

Step 1: Choose Your Race

Select your event from the full lineup of Marathon Weekend: marathon, half marathon, marathon relay, 4-Mile Fitness Challenge, 5K, Champions Mile, Kids Marathon, Toddler Trot, or Pet Walk. 

Step 2: Pick a Cause That Resonates

Explore our diverse partnership network of more than 40 nonprofits working to create positive change in youth programming, health, community development, and more. 

Step 3: Fuel Your Run with Purpose

Opt into the Run for a Reason Charity Program during registration to start your fundraising journey and turn your miles into meaningful impact.

Step 4: Rally Support

Invite friends, family, and colleagues to join your cause. Your passion will inspire them to give and help amplify your impact.

Step 5: Register for the Inaugural Giving Tuesday Community 5K

Join us on December 2 to kick off your fundraising with movement and community.

For more information about the 2026 Run for a Reason program, click here.

About the DICK’S Sporting Goods Pittsburgh Marathon weekend of events

The Pittsburgh Marathon was held annually from 1985-2003. After a five-year hiatus, the DICK’S Sporting Goods Pittsburgh Marathon was relaunched in 2009 and debuted with a sold-out field of 10,000 participants. It has grown each year since, evolving from a single race day into a weekend of events for the whole family that annually attracts more than 45,000 participants. Read more at: ThePittsburghMarathon.com

About P3R 

P3R is the region’s go-to premier sporting event and experience expert. While best known for the annual DICK’S Sporting Goods Pittsburgh Marathon, P3R organizes up to 20 major events every year. With a rich history of working with top-tier clients such as the Pittsburgh Steelers, UPMC Hillman Cancer Center, the Pittsburgh Penguins, the National Senior Games, and more, P3R brings operational excellence to every aspect of event planning and execution. We strive to inspire any and all to move with us. Read more at: P3R.org 

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