2025 Charity Partner – Animal Allies

ANIMAL ALLIES HUMANE SOCIETY

Animal Allies Humane Society in Duluth, Minn. is a long-established pillar of the animal welfare community. We have served the lower St. Louis County area for over 60 years.
 
We are dedicated to a compassionate journey for pets and people in our community. We support the humane welfare of pets through education, advocacy, and partnerships.

Contact: Nicole Facciotto
Email: [email protected]

IMPORTANT: To apply to become a charity runner for Grandma’s Marathon weekend, please contact your charity of choice directly to inquire about available entries, fundraising requirements, etc.

FUNDRAISING REQUIREMENTS
Charity runners commit to fundraising a minimum amount prior to race weekend, as outlined below:

  • Grandma’s Marathon — $500
  • Garry Bjorklund Half Marathon — $500
  • William A. Irvin 5K — $300

The fundraising goal must be reached prior to the date agreed upon between the organization and participant. If the minimum fundraising amount is not met, the remaining balance will be charged to the participant or the entry may be inactivated.

PERKS
In addition to an entry to the Grandma’s Marathon weekend race of their choice, all charity runners will also receive:

  • Behind-the-scenes tour of Animal Allies
  • Animal Allies sticker