Community support for The Great Race
The Great Race is made possible by the generous contributions of our sponsors. Join the 49th annual race on August 8, 2027.
Sponsorship that gives back to Central New York
The Great Race, Inc. promotes active living and strengthens Central New York communities. We advance that mission by organizing Auburn's annual paddle-bike-run relay and free Kids' Fun Run, engaging volunteers, and supporting local nonprofits with related health, recreation, safety, scholarship, and community-service goals.
2026 ongoing beneficiaries
- • Frank Ruggiero Memorial Scholarship
- • Saint Alphonsus Food Pantry
- • Saints Peter and John Soup Kitchen
- • Emerson Foundation
- • Ancient Order of Hibernians (AOH)
Past charitable contributions
- • Auburn Stingrays
- • Weedsport Running Club
- • Owasco, Fleming, and Scipio Volunteer Fire Departments
- • HOSPICE of the Finger Lakes
- • YMCA Scholarships
Three ways to back the race
Pick the level that fits your business. Multi-year commitments are the simplest way to support — one decision, three years of recognition.
Our most visible partnership — primary placement on print, web, on-site, and across regional radio and news ads.
- Primary placement on posters and race t-shirts
- Banner ad on the Great Race website
- 2 free team registrations per year of sponsorship
- Three social posts as a “Proud Sponsor of the Great Race”
- Promotional inserts in participant packets
Strong on-course presence with secondary placement on print and the website.
- Secondary placement on posters and race t-shirts
- Banner ad on the Great Race website
- 1 free team registration per year of sponsorship
- Two social posts as a “Proud Sponsor of the Great Race”
- Promotional inserts in participant packets
An accessible way to stand with the race and reach our community.
- Tertiary placement on posters and race t-shirts
- Small banner ad on the Great Race website
- Promotional inserts in participant packets
- Social media acknowledgments
Tell us a little about your business
We'll email you the 2027 sponsor packet right away and notify the race committee. If you'd like, you can pay with PayPal at the end of this form — or send a check after we follow up.