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Run to Raise Funds for DZCA
Exercise for you—enrichment for animals!
Join Denver Zoo Conservation Alliance at the 2026 Colfax Marathon and run for a cause! Every contribution will help support animal enrichment, helping ensure our animals stay active and healthy. No matter which race you choose, your participation makes a difference—and as a thank-you for your commitment, you can earn exciting prizes through your fundraising efforts! The more runners we have, the more support we can provide for the animals in our care.
Event & Fundraising Timelines
Fundraising Timeline
Date Range: September 1–May 15*
Colfax Marathon Event
Date: May 16–May 17 2026
Time: Race dependent
*See below for fundraising incentives. All funds must be submitted by April 1, 2026 in order for prizes to be awarded by race day.
Details
Denver Zoo Conservation Alliance is thrilled to be a part of the 2026 Colfax Marathon! Support animal enrichment and wildlife conservation by:
- Running in any race for DZCA
- Fundraising to enhance animal care and enrichment
- Making a direct donation to help our animals stay active and healthy
Every step, every mile and every donation makes a real impact for the animals who call DZCA home!
How to Run for DZCA
- Visit the Colfax Marathon website
Select Denver Zoo Conservation Alliance as your Charity Partner and follow the prompts. See Registration Process - Any race counts!
Choose any race—5k, 10-Miler, Half or Full Marathon—and make a difference. Already registered? You can still designate DZCA as your charity. Need help? Email support@denverzoo.org. - Get wild swag
Fundraise for Denver Zoo Conservation Alliance or make a direct donation to earn exclusive swag and help our animals thrive!
How to Fundraise for DZCA
- Set up your fundraiser
Use any platform you like! We recommend using Coloradogives.org. - Spread the word
Share your fundraiser with friends, family, and colleagues to help support Denver Zoo Conservation Alliance and enrich the lives of our animals! - Make a direct donation
Skip the P2P fundraising and donate $450 to DZCA upfront for exclusive prizes, including an exclusive t-shirt. Or, register for your chosen Colfax Marathon race through DZCA!
NEW! Register for Colfax Marathon through DZCA
Register for Colfax through DZCA by making a direct donation of $600 (full marathon) or $550 (half marathon) and you’ll receive a race bib*, an exclusive DZCA x Colfax t-shirt and other exciting prizes. Your donation helps provide world-class care for 2,500+ animals and supports our critical conservation efforts here in Colorado and across the globe.
*Spots are limited. Available only for the Full and Half marathon races.
FUNDRAISING INCENTIVES
| All Participating Runners | BOGO offer on your next visit to DZCA—bring a buddy for the price of one ticket |
| All Participating Runners | Chance to win a Denver Zoo Conservation Alliance swag bag, one runner will be chosen at random |
| $50 | Exclusive DZCA x Colfax Sticker |
| $250 | Lion Plush Adoption Kit |
| $450 | Exclusive DZCA x Colfax Shirt |
| Minimum $1,200 | Exclusive behind-the-scenes animal experience |
| Top Two (2) Fundraisers | “Top Fundraiser” patch and Special Swag Bag |
Please note: Images of prizes, including shirts and behind-the-scenes experiences, are for illustrative purposes only. Actual prizes may vary in design, style, or availability.
Denver Zoo Conservation Alliance reserves the right to substitute any prize with a comparable alternative based on availability.
