Austin Child Guidance Center Partners with the 2025 Austin Marathon: Run for Charity and Make a Difference
We are so excited to announce that Austin Child Guidance Center (ACGC) is one of the non-profits participating in the Austin Marathon Gives program! This is a unique opportunity to add even more meaning to your training and race day miles by fundraising for ACGC at the Austin Marathon! By selecting ACGC as your charity, you raise awareness for children’s mental health in Central Texas and support children and families in your local community to thrive in childhood and beyond.
The Austin Marathon will be on February 16, 2025 at 7AM in downtown Austin. Runners from all over Central Texas will gather to take on this iconic race, which offers not only a full marathon but also a half marathon and 5K option. Here are ways to participate and support ACGC at Austin’s running event of the year:
1. Run with Team ACGC at the marathon
2. Become a Fundraiser for ACGC (Runners can fundraise to have their registration fee waived)
3. Volunteer with ACGC for the marathon
Join ACGC for this exciting opportunity to raise awareness and support children’s mental health in Central Texas!
Run For Charity: Join Team ACGC!
Running for charity is a powerful way to make your miles matter. By joining Team ACGC at the 2025 Ascension Seton Austin Marathon, you’re not just challenging yourself—you’re also helping us provide essential mental health services to those who need them most. To sign up, make sure to choose “Austin Child Guidance Center” when you register for the marathon!
The marathon leads participants through the heart of Austin, including a stretch down the lively South Congress. Whether you're an experienced marathoner or a first-time 5K participant, there's something for everyone at the Austin Marathon. Enjoy miles of Austin’s unique neighborhoods, iconic landmarks, and be greeted by cheering crowds as you close in on the finish line in front of the Texas State Capitol on historic Congress Ave. Explore our culture-rich city and truly experience The Live Music Capital of the World with live music on the course and a downtown concert. With a downtown finish line festival, the Austin Marathon weekend is the perfect running event for locals, visitors, and families looking for a fun marathon and an unforgettable experience. Plus, you will be within proximity to the hottest hotels, restaurants, and shops!
Also, after amazing years supporting teachers in 2022, and nurses in 2023, City of Austin & State of Texas employees in 2024, 2025 is a celebration of Food & Beverage Industry Employees. These employees will receive 50% off registration.
Sign up to run for Team ACGC today! When you walk or run for ACGC in February, you run for children and families throughout Central Texas.
How to Sign up to Fundraise for ACGC
Since its inception 10 years ago, the Austin Marathon Gives program’s charitable donations have raised over $5.5 Million for Central Texas charities. By fundraising for ACGC for this year’s marathon, you enable us to continue offering crucial mental health services to children and families in Austin and throughout Central Texas. Every donation made directly supports ACGC’s programs, from therapy sessions to community workshops. We encourage you to sign. Runners who raise $500 for ACGC by January 24, 2025 will receive a paid-for entry.
Create a fundraising page by following the steps below:
1. Go to the Austin Marathon Gives GivenGain Page, then
2. Click the “Start Fundraising” button
3. Sign up for a GivenGain account.
4. Click “Fundraise” next to the Austin Marathon Gives campaign.
5. Customize your profile to include your personal connection to ACGC and a picture.
6. Share your fundraising page on your social media pages including Instagram, LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter!
Get started as a fundraiser today to have your Austin Marathon registration fee waived by raising $500+ for ACGC by January 24, 2025.
Not a Runner, But Still Want to Help? Volunteer at the 2025 Austin Marathon
We need volunteers! ACGC will be at Aid Station Mile 14. Register to volunteer with ACGC today to help support and cheer on the marathoners.
Join the Austin Marathon 2025: Run, Fundraise or Volunteer
Your participation in the Austin Marathon—whether by joining Team ACGC, fundraising, or volunteering—plays a crucial role in helping ACGC continue to provide vital mental health services to Austin and the greater 10-county Central Texas region, including individual, family, and group therapy; psychiatric evaluations and psychological assessments; parent education; and the training of current and future mental health professionals.
Your support for ACGC at the 2025 Austin Marathon in particular will help ACGC during a crucial time of growth as we work to:
1. Expand Preventative Services: We’re focused on serving more families whose children are experiencing sadness and hopelessness before symptoms escalate into more severe mental health issues.
2. Address Substance Use Issues: With the rise in substance use disorders and drug-related deaths among youth, we aim to enhance support services to prevent, detect, and address these challenges within families.
3. Extend Care: We plan to retain clients in care until age 26, ensuring they don’t lose access to crucial services during a critical period of their development. 4. Increase Accessibility Across Central Texas: As Austin continues to grow, so does the need for mental health services in surrounding counties. We are committed to providing in-person, local services across the entire 10-county Central Texas region.
Spread the word to friends, family, and fellow runners to join you in raising awareness for children’s mental health and empowering children and their families across our community. Together, we can make a meaningful difference in the lives of those who need it most.
