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Sydney Marathon 2026 — Applications Now Open!

Support Earthwatch Australia in the 2026 TCS Sydney Marathon presented by ASICS.

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Run for the Planet. Join Team Earthwatch.

Take on one of the world’s most iconic marathon courses and make every kilometre count for the planet. By becoming a Charity Place Runner, you’ll be entering the Sydney Marathon on behalf of Earthwatch, raising funds to support real science protecting wildlife, restoring ecosystems, and tackling climate change.

One of the world’s top marathons — in 2025, Sydney drew 80,000 entries and 35,000 runners from 156 countries. Be part of the movement for people and planet with Earthwatch.

Applications are now open - spots are limited!

Apply today to be a Charity Place Runner and join Team Earthwatch.

Apply to be a Charity Place Runner

Why run for Earthwatch?

When you run for Earthwatch, you’re doing more than completing a marathon. You’re helping safeguard the natural world for generations to come.

Earthwatch empowers people to take meaningful action for the environment. Through our work, scientists, volunteers, and communities collaborate to drive real, lasting change, with citizen science at the heart of our global efforts to protect biodiversity.

By running as an Earthwatch ambassador, you secure your spot in the Sydney Marathon. Tickets are no longer available for public purchase. Every step you take supports vital projects restoring ecosystems, protecting rivers, and reversing nature’s decline.

Challenge Against Climate Change

The Challenge Against Climate Change is a dynamic fundraising initiative led by Earthwatch Australia ambassador Shaan Boolell. It brings together people from all walks of life to take on personal challenges—whether it’s a half marathon, a 100km multi day run, a beach clean-up, or any activity that inspires you!

In partnership with Earthwatch Australia, Shaan aims to motivate individuals to push their limits for a cause that truly matters. Through the power of collective action, we can create real, lasting change for our planet.

Every dollar raised supports real science and conservation efforts that safeguard the future of our planet.

Get involved today

How You Can Get Involved

Join the Sydney Marathon

Take on the iconic Sydney Marathon as a Charity Place Runner for Earthwatch. With general tickets now sold out, this is your chance to secure a place and run for the planet.

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Support an individual challenge

Back a friend, colleague, or changemaker taking action for the planet. Your donation fuels their journey and supports Earthwatch Australia’s vital conservation and climate research. Every bit counts!

Back a challenge

Start your own challenge

Pick a challenge of your choice and take action for the planet, raising funds for Earthwatch Australia’s conservation, research, and education programs.

Start challenge

Donate to Earthwatch

Fund vital research, conservation, and education programs that protect wildlife, restore ecosystems, and tackle climate change, By donating, you're not just giving, you're creating lasting impact for nature and future generations.

Donate to Earthwatch

Together, every action big or small can create lasting change for our planet.

Our Earthwatch Ambassadors

Meet the inspiring individuals who go the extra mile for the planet. Our Earthwatch Ambassadors champion conservation, raise awareness, and help fund vital research that protects our natural world.

Shaan

Shaan is an ambassador for Earthwatch Australia’s Challenge Against Climate Change. He’s taking on a  21.1Km half marathon  to raise funds for Earthwatch’s work protecting the Great Barrier Reef. With a background in sustainability consulting, Shaan is deeply passionate about environmental conservation and inspiring others to take action.

Support Shaan

E and D

We’re two kids who care deeply about our planet. We’re running 5km as part of the Melbourne Marathon Festival to support the amazing work Earthwatch does. Earthwatch is helping protect our future by running programs that teach young people like us about the environment and how to care for it. We’d love your support!

Support E and D