Team QSAC is Running Again!

After another successful run in the 2025 TCS NYC Marathon, Team QSAC is back as a Charity Partner in the 2026 United Airlines NYC Half Marathon, taking place on Sunday, March 15, 2026.

Team QSAC will be raising autism acceptance and critical funds to support QSAC's autism programs and services across NYC and Long Island. Join us in cheering on Team QSAC as they run on behalf of the more than 2,700 children and adults with autism served by QSAC every day. Your generosity will help us get off to a running start and make a meaningful difference in the lives of people with autism and their families.

Ready to Run for a Cause?

When you run with Team QSAC, you'll receive the tools and support you need to reach both your fundraising goals and training milestones, plus exclusive perks:

Guaranteed, non-complimentary entry to the 2026 United Airlines NYC Half
Personalized fundraising support from our Development team to help you meet and surpass your goals
Personal fundraising webpage
Team QSAC dry-fit shirt and other swag

We have 10 guaranteed entries available – don't miss out! Team QSAC members commit to raising a minimum of $1,600, by the March 1, 2026 deadline.

Join Team QSAC to fundraise and race through the streets of Brooklyn and Manhattan alongside runners of all levels from across the globe. Help us reach our goal of raising a minimum of $22,000 to support nearly 3,000 children and adults with autism across New York City and Long Island.

How to Apply:

Please complete the application at https://forms.gle/JLfpbXy8RoDX7TqEA. Filling out the application does not guarantee you will receive a bib. Should all guaranteed entries be filled, you will be placed on a waitlist, and we will contact you if additional bibs become available or if a spot opens up.

Have a Half Marathon Slot, but Interested in Running for a Cause?

We’d love to have you! Team QSAC welcomes runners who have secured their own entry to the half marathon to join our supportive team and gain access to the benefits of being on Team QSAC. There is no fundraising minimum for runners who already have a spot in the half marathon.

Thank you for your support and interest. Let's Go Team QSAC!

If you have any questions, please contact Pat Barrientos at pbarrientos@qsac.com or Katherine Hebert at katherine.hebert@qsac.com.

ABOUT QSAC

QSAC is a New York City and Long Island-based nonprofit that supports children and adults with autism, together with their families, in achieving greater independence, realizing their future potential, and contributing to their communities in a meaningful way by offering person-centered services.

QSAC was founded in 1978 by a group of parents confronted with limited-service options for their children with autism. Today, QSAC provides direct services to more than 2,700 children and adults throughout the region.

QSAC pursues its mission through direct services that provide a supportive and individualized setting for children and adults with autism to improve their communication, socialization, academic, and functional skills using applied behavior analysis (ABA) principles. Programs for children include early intervention, preschool, school, after school, and in-home educational and support services. QSAC’s adult programs include supportive living, skill development programs, vocational training, job placement, and in-home services. QSAC’s programs provide supportive and trained staff, high-impact services, and a commitment to quality.

2026 United Airlines NYC Half

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2026 United Airlines NYC Half

Team Members