Ready to Register? CLICK HERE to run for AFA.

Run for Team AFA at the 50th Marine Corps Marathon!

Run or donate to fuel AFA’s mission—providing life-changing support, services, and education to families impacted by Alzheimer’s and dementia, while funding research for better treatment and a cure.

Your involvement can make all the difference.

Get Expert Guidance from Marathon Mentor Dennis Beggs

When you run with Team AFA, you’ll receive support from running mentor Dennis Beggs, a highly-accomplished marathoner.

Dennis has completed 63 marathons, including all Six Major Marathons in less than a year, and most recently, he completed the World Marathon Challenge—running seven marathons on seven continents in just seven days. He is one of only 184 runners worldwide to achieve this remarkable feat.

As part of Team AFA, you’ll have the opportunity to meet virtually with Dennis for marathon advice, training tips, and motivation to help you reach your race day goals.

The Alzheimer's Foundation of America has 25 spots available for this milestone race—run with us to make an impact!

Want to Run with AFA? Here's What You Need to Know:

1️⃣ Entry Fee: Runners agree to pay their own entry ($220)

2️⃣ Fundraising Commitment: Runners commit to fundraising a minimum of $700 (with the help of AFA staff)

PLEASE NOTE: If you haven’t reached $700 by October 26, 2025, the remaining balance will be charged to your card on file

3️⃣ Registration: CLICK HERE to register. Once registered, a member of the AFA team will be in touch with next steps for setting up your fundraising page and further information. Spots are first-come, first-served.

Registration Cost: $220 (until April 14), $240 (after April 14)

4️⃣ Exclusive Perk: Raise $1,000+ and receive a custom AFA singlet or t-shirt to wear on race day!

📩 Questions?

Contact Emma Sumberg at ESumberg@alzfdn.org or call 866-232-8484 ext. 166.

Our Story

AFA was founded in 2002 by a caregiver whose mother lived with Alzheimer’s disease from 1980-1992. At that time, there was little information available and nowhere to turn for support.

His goal was to make sure that no other family living with Alzheimer’s disease would have to go through the journey alone. AFA was created to be that resource for families in their time of need.

AFA’s services include:

National Toll-Free Helpline (866-232-8484), open seven days a week, and staffed entirely by licensed social workers, specifically trained in dementia care.
Funding grants for innovative Alzheimer's research.
Caregiver support groups and educational programs and publications for caregivers.
Dementia-care training for healthcare professionals - provides them with additional training and continuing education to elevate the level of care they provide on a daily basis.
The National Memory Screening Program - which provides, free, confidential memory screenings at sites across the country.
Providing scholarships to high school seniors who have been impacted by Alzheimer's disease.

AFA holds Charity Navigator’s top 4-star rating.

AFA x Marine Corps Marathon

By Alzheimer's Foundation of America

AFA x Marine Corps Marathon

October 26, 2025 - Washington, D.C.