Media Kit
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Total Raised
$500K+
Each Scholarship
$5K – $15K
Students Supported
50+
Background
The 9.11 Promise, established in 2016, began as one event held to keep a promise that was made in 2001 when our country, the United States of America, was attacked. The event was held to honor the lives lost, as well as the emergency personnel and military who responded with the greatest of courage. In 2016, a team of only seven runners from different backgrounds came together and ran from the Pentagon in Washington, DC to Ground Zero in New York City while raising over $23K all of which went to charity. During this run, they connected and formed friendships with local fire departments, police departments and community members. They remembered, and they honored.
“I am beyond thrilled and honored to have been awarded the 9.11 Promise Scholarship towards my tuition as I continue my journey at the University of Michigan to be a registered nurse. I am a proud child of a first responder (FDNY) and your contribution towards my education has been nothing short of a blessing.”
-Colleen Kelly
2022 Recipient
Our Promise
Today, our mission has expanded to honor all first responders and military personnel who continue to serve and sacrifice for our community and country. Our promise is to provide scholarships to the children of disabled or deceased first responders and veterans, to recognize the service of their parents, and ensure that those children have a chance to succeed despite losing a major pillar of support.
The Event
Our signature event consists of athletes from all backgrounds coming together on September 9th to run from Washington, D.C. to Ground Zero, or to bike from D.C. to the Flight 93 Memorial in Shanksville, PA. Athletes are supported by various fire houses along their respective 200+ mile routes, ultimately finishing their journey on September 11th. To participate, athletes raise money for the 9.11 Promise Scholarship Program, which awards post-secondary scholarships to children of first responders and military service members
September 2023
This year’s event sees ten run, bike, and virtual event teams coming together with a goal of raising $100,000 directly supporting scholarships for the children of first responders and service members. The teams are made up of dynamic volunteers with backgrounds spanning fire departments, veterans, and former scholarship recipients.
Starting on September 9th, run and bike athletes will gather at the 9/11 Pentagon Memorial. Over three days, these athletes go on a journey of Promise, Remembrance, and Honor. Teams of runners run 240 miles to Ground Zero in New York City while teams of cyclists bike 200 miles to the Flight 93 Memorial in Shanksville, PA. The event culminates in athletes finishing their journey on September 11th. These events are supported by various firehouses along the respective routes. Athletes raise money all of which goes towards scholarships that are awarded to the children of heroes.
Follow @The9.11Promise to live updates and stories from the run.
Assets
Brand Guide
This comprehensive brand guide details the logo usage, typography, and colors of The 9.11 Promise and its events.
Logos (Print)
This is a complete collection of logo assets suitable for CMYK print usage, including 300 dpi PNG and EPS files.
Logos (Screen/Web)
This is a complete collection of logo assets suitable for RGB web or screen usage, including 72 dpi PNG files.
Past Event Photos
This is a sample collection of some photos from past Run/Bike events that are free for use in promotion of 9.11 Promise activities.
Announcing 2026’s 25th Anniversary Run
In September 2026, The 9.11 Promise organization will host a commemorative run marking the 25th anniversary of the September 11 attacks. The multi-day endurance event will span from The Pentagon in Arlington, Virginia, to Ground Zero in New York City—honoring those lost, the heroes who responded, and the promise to never forget.
Runners will cover more than 200 miles in relay fashion, representing a powerful tribute to first responders, military service members and their families. Along the way, the event will raise funds to support scholarships for children of fallen or disabled first-responders and military personnel.
The 9.11 Promise Run continues to inspire unity, resilience, and remembrance through action. More details about participation, fundraising, and ways to support the cause will be available soon at 911promise.org.
Celebrating the 2025 Class of Scholarships
Congratulations to this year’s 9.11 Promise Scholarship Recipients! We had a record number of applicants this year and the most diverse group representing all branches of the U.S. military as well as police and fire departments from around the country! An extremely competitive group of young adults who have shown incredible strength and resilience in the face of challenges very few can comprehend.
Thank you to all of the athletes who fundraised, to the donors who opened their wallets, to the volunteers and to our sponsor, @raymondjames and the Valor Network!
Congratulations again to this year’s recipients!
Application Open for Scholarships
Applications for the 2025/2026 Scholarship Award Program are now being accepted! This is a competitive selection process. Children of any fallen or injured First Responder or Military Service Member is eligible to apply. Awards range from $5,000 – $15,000. Applications and all supporting documentation are due by March 15, 2025.
Wilmington CrossFit athletes take part in 9/11 Promise Run
WWAY Wilmington
Members of SeaCoast CrossFit in Wilmington traveled to Washington D.C. on Saturday to begin their journey at the Pentagon Memorial, and Monday, they will reach their final destination at Ground Zero in New York City, marking this somber day in history.