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To recognize and celebrate the 46th Nationwide Children’s Hospital Columbus Marathon for celebrating racing in the community, exceptional fundraising, and groundbreaking research.
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WHEREAS, Nationwide Children’s Hospital is honored to be the title beneficiary for the Columbus Marathon & ½ Marathon and 2026 marks the 15th year of this strong partnership; and
WHEREAS, thus far, more than $15 million has been raised for the Hospital. This includes more than $1.6 million contributed since 2012 by the Columbus Marathon Board of Directors; and
WHEREAS, the 46th Nationwide Children’s Hospital Columbus Marathon and 20th annual ½ Marathon will take place on Sunday, October 18, 2026 in the heart of the Capital City; and
WHEREAS, we encourage everyone to fundraise for the Nationwide Children’s Hospital Columbus Marathon & ½ Marathon, so that one day we can celebrate finding cures for all of the patients. Dedicate your race to the kids helped by this incredible institution, by running or walking 13.1 or 26.2 miles; and
WHEREAS, there will be two additional events on Saturday, Oct. 17 as part of Marathon weekend - the Jesse Owens 5K and 1 Mile Fun Run & Walk presented by Park National Bank. The 5K will be a timed race for runners and walkers and the 1 Mile Fun Run & Walk will be an untimed family friendly event; and
WHEREAS, the Columbus Marathon also partners with Columbus Recreation and Parks Department to host the Kids Run presented by White Castle on Saturday, Oct. 17 for free for children from toddlers to 9 years old; now, therefore
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COLUMBUS: That this Council recognizes the runners, walkers, volunteers and supporters of the Nationwide Children’s Hospital Columbus Marathon & ½ Marathon; further, we celebrate our community's youngest patients, honor those who have succumbed to their illnesses, and support the family and friends who stood by them, for their determination and courage.