2025 Gold Coast Marathon

“ I’m thrilled to run the Gold Coast Marathon for Harlem Lacrosse, an organization that has meant so much to me since I started volunteering there at 14. I would not be in Australia pursuing my dream research and running this marathon without the opportunities the sport of Lacrosse has gifted me. Through holistic educational and athletic support, Harlem Lacrosse helps students regardless of their circumstances gain access to those same opportunities. This race is about more than just crossing a finish line; it’s a chance to give back to a program that changes lives and to support a cause I deeply believe in.”

-Tara

About Harlem Lacrosse

Harlem Lacrosse is a sports-based youth development organization that supports students through educational coaching, lacrosse instruction and competition, social-emotional enrichment, and post-secondary pathing services. We work with over 1,200 students across our five regions daily and year-round. We believe in depth over breadth, and play the long game!

At the center of our model is the Program Director, a full-time Harlem Lacrosse employee who is embedded in our host schools. The Program Director acts as a coach, mentor, counselor and advocate for students, filling gaps left by limited school resources and providing critical individualized interventions and support.

For more information about Harlem Lacrosse or for assistance with an employer-matched donation, please contact development@harlemlacrosse.org.