FUNDRAISING:
Charity Bib Program
Charity Bibs Overview
Take your race Beyond the Finish Line! The Mount Desert Island Marathon is an all volunteer 501(c)3 nonprofit organization. Since 2010, our Charity Bib program has sought to challenge participants to fulfill a nominal fundraising commitment, in exchange for the opportunity to sign up for the race after general registration has reached capacity.
Charity Bibs benefit the Run MDI Beyond the Finish Line program, which helps support the local communities of Mount Desert Island, where we run, as well as state, regional, and national organizations. 100% of funds raised by Charity Bibs participants will be distributed as gifts and grants. Click HERE to view the total impact of going Beyond the Finish Line.
Here's what else you need to know:
Required fundraising minimum - $250
A personal fundraising page will be created for you within the ZippyReg system.
Registration deadline - Extended to October 10th. (It was previously October 1st, 2024.)
Fundraising deadline - Extended to October 16th. (It was previously October 1st, 2024.)
Limited availability - A limited number of charity bibs will be available. However, this option may reach the limit before the above registration deadline.
Charity bibs will only be available for the marathon and half-marathon.
There are unfortunately no Team Relay charity bibs available.
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Sign up to Run
Click HERE to sign up to run with a Charity Bib and take your race Beyond the Finish Line!
A personal fundraising page will be created for you with the ZippyReg system. Click HERE to learn more about accessing your page.
Please keep in mind that if you do not fulfill your $250 fundraising commitment your registration will be forfeited and your bib number will not be available for pick-up at the pre-race expo.
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Charity Bib FAQs
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I’m already signed up to run, but I need to switch races to a Charity Bib, how do I do that?
What happens if I don’t meet the minimum fundraising requirement?
Who is the beneficiary of the funds raised through the Charity Bib program?
Can I transfer my Charity Bib to another runner or defer it to another year?
How do I sign up for a Charity Bib?
Click HERE to sign up to Run MDI with a Charity Bib.
Charity Bibs are only available for the marathon and half-marathon. Unfortunately, there are no team relay charity bibs available.
Note: Only a limited number of Charity Bibs will be available. The deadline to sign up with a Charity Bib has been extended to October 10th. (It was previously October 1st, 2024.) This option may reach the limit before the stated registration deadline.
We recommend signing up right away if you plan to run with a Charity Bib.
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I’m already signed up to run, but I need to switch races to a Charity Bib, how do I do that?
To switch race distances, you will need to access your personal registrant portal within ZippyReg. Please use the link included in your Run MDI confirmation email.
If you are unable to locate your confirmation email, please click HERE.
Reminder: Only a limited number of Charity Bibs will be available. Race changes will not be permitted once all the Charity Bibs have been claimed.
Note: You will not be charged a second entry fee. You will be charged for the difference in entry fees, if applicable.
Click HERE to learn more about switching race distances.
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Do I get free entry with a Charity Bib?
No. The current registration fee will be charged at the time of race sign up. (Registration fees help pay for the cost of putting on our event. They are not counted toward your minimum fundraising requirement.)
Click HERE to learn more about what is included with your registration fee.
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What is the minimum fundraising requirement?
The minimum fundraising requirement is $250. (Registration fees are not counted toward your fundraising efforts.)
You must meet the fundraising minimum to pick up your bib number and race materials at check in.
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What is the fundraising deadline?
Minimum fundraising should be completed by October 1st to ensure that your bib number and race materials are not withheld at check in.
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What happens if I don’t meet the minimum fundraising requirement?
If you do not meet the $250 fundraising requirement your bib number and race materials will not be released at check in. No exceptions.
You may make a donation (Venmo only) for the remaining balance of the fundraising requirement at race check in. There is an additional $10 processing fee if paying by Venmo.
These terms must be agreed to at the time of registration.
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How do I access my personal fundraising page?
To access and your personal fundraising page you will need to access your personal registrant portal within ZippyReg. Please use the link included in your Run MDI confirmation email.
Can I collect donations offline?
No. All donations must be collected online through your personal fundraising page.
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Can I pay the fundraising minimum outright?
Yes. However, you must make the donation through your personal fundraising page.
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Who is the beneficiary of the funds raised through the Charity Bib program?
Charity Bibs will benefit the Run MDI Beyond the Finish Line program, which helps support the local communities of Mount Desert Island, where we run, as well as state, regional, and national organizations.
100% of funds raised by Charity Bibs participants will be distributed as gifts and grants.
Click HERE to learn more about Beyond the Finish Line.
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What is the cancellation policy for Charity Bibs?
The Mount Desert Island Marathon is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization. Entry fees, including optional add-ons, and/or charity donations, are non-refundable. No exceptions. (A limited number of deferrals may be available, see FAQ page for more information.) This no-refund policy is clearly posted and must be agreed to by all entrants at the time of registration. This policy applies to all entrants and is in effect whether the entrant’s plans change, the entrant becomes injured, or if the entrant has an unexpected family emergency / business emergency / medical emergency / or if the entrant is unable to participate for any other reason not already listed above. Once the entrant has paid the entry fee they will not receive a refund if they cannot participate, or if the event is canceled because of weather, natural disaster, public health crisis, unforeseen circumstances, or for any other reason not already listed above. (Income generated from registration is almost entirely expended prior to race day.) Bib numbers, race materials, and/or other incentive items will not be mailed. The race committee reserves the right to accept or reject any entries.
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Are donations eligible for refunds?
No. Once a donation has been made through your fundraising page it will not be refunded regardless of your participation in the race.
100% of funds raised by Charity Bibs participants will be distributed as gifts and grants.
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What if I wait until race check in to switch races? Will I really be expected to make a donation totaling the full $250 required fundraising minimum, right there on the spot?
Assuming that there are still Charity Bibs available at check in… Yes.
Donation payments made at race check in can be made by Cash or Venmo. There is an additional $20 processing fee if paying by Venmo.
Please be advised that this method takes a lot more time and requires a lot more manual data management as compared to you officially making the switch to a Charity Bib in the ZippyReg system ahead of time.
There is no way to switch race distances at check in without switching to a charity bib and paying the entire $250 fundraising commitment in full. No exceptions.
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CANCELLATION POLICY
The Mount Desert Island Marathon is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization. Entry fees, including optional add-ons, and/or charity donations, are non-refundable. No exceptions. (A limited number of deferrals may be available, see FAQ page for more information.) This no-refund policy is clearly posted and must be agreed to by all entrants at the time of registration. This policy applies to all entrants and is in effect whether the entrant’s plans change, the entrant becomes injured, or if the entrant has an unexpected family emergency / business emergency / medical emergency / or if the entrant is unable to participate for any other reason not already listed above. Once the entrant has paid the entry fee they will not receive a refund if they cannot participate, or if the event is canceled because of weather, natural disaster, public health crisis, unforeseen circumstances, or for any other reason not already listed above. (Income generated from registration is almost entirely expended prior to race day.) Bib numbers, race materials, and/or other incentive items will not be mailed. The race committee reserves the right to accept or reject any entries.