Join more than 20,000 runners for the 44th annual Irish Life Dublin Marathon! This sellout race won't be one to miss, and we want you to join us in crossing the finish line this coming October! The Dublin Marathon is Europe's 4th largest marathon, and is set on a relatively flat course with the start in Fitzwilliam Street Upper and finish in Merrion Square close to the historic Trinity College.
By signing up for the Back on My Feet team, FundRacers to raise $2,000 by Monday, October 20, 2025. Their commitment to fundraise secures their entry into the race, and will support the mission and members of Back on My Feet.
All team members are eligible to participate in our FundRacing incentive program and receive Back on My Feet-branded gear as you reach fundraising milestones (check out the offerings below).
Back on My Feet uses running and community to transform lives – and when you FundRace with us, you do too. If accepted as a member of our FundRacing team, you gain access to the top races in the world. The money you raise helps our members overcome homelessness through the incredible power of putting one foot in front of the other.
**Please note that Back on My Feet does not cover travel expenses to and from the race. We strongly recommend using the race’s official travel partners for making travel reservations.
Your participation in the 2025 Irish Life Dublin Marathon on behalf of Back on My Feet will directly impact our members and our mission.
You can help combat homelessness in 16 cities across the country.
Back on My Feet empowers people to break free from the cycles of poverty, homelessness, and/or addiction through the power of fitness, community, and employment resources.
Operating in 16 cities nationwide, Back on My Feet recruits members at homeless shelters and rehabilitation facilities. Our members begin their journey by committing to run 2-3 days a week and when they are ready, move on to educational support, job training programs, employment partnership referrals, and housing resources. Since 2007, Back on My Feet has served more than 15,000 individuals experiencing or at risk of homelessness and engaged more than 150,000 volunteers and supporters. Our members have run a collective 500,000+ miles and obtained more than 10,000 jobs and homes.
With your support, the communities we build together around the U.S. serve as lifelong support systems, removing shame and isolation. It’s about the drive, grit, and courage to take that first step toward a new life. And while it may not be an easy road, we’re there every step of the way.
Get involved to make moves that matter today.