Has anyone had luck getting off a waitlist for a charity closer to race day?
I’ve put my name in all over the place and have mostly received responses of we will no longer being using the waitlist but can add you to the list for 2027. I did start my charity searching when marathon training began (June-ish), and so I know I was late to the game. As a working mom only just getting back into running I was honestly worried I might not be able to make the commitment.
I have/will continue training, but has anyone ever had luck last minute with the charity (assuming then you are paying the charity immediately). My husband does the Chicago marathon every year, so regardless we are going and have all other accommodations planned for. This year it happens to be on our wedding anniversary, and I am taking time post baby (ok toddler now lol), to get myself back to who I was. So if I don’t run, yes it will be a bummer, but still will be proud of the time and commitment I put in. Just looking for any potential light!