Down East Sunrise Trail Relay
CHARITY BIB TEAMS
Charity Bib Teams Overview
New for 2026! Building on the success of our sister race, Run MDI, we are pleased to launch a new Charity Bib program for the ever-popular DEST Relay, which will challenge teams to meet a minimal fundraising commitment in exchange for the opportunity to sign up for the race after all general registration team spots have been claimed.
100% of funds raised by Charity Bib Teams will support the race beneficiaries, all local to the Downeast region.
Here's what else you need to know:
Required team fundraising minimum - $500
A personal fundraising page will be created for you/your team within the ZippyReg system.
Registration deadline for new teams - June 1st*
*There are a limited number of Charity Bib Team spots available; registration for new teams may close without notice before June 1st if the capacity is reached. We recommend signing up in advance if you are planning to participate.
Registration deadline to join existing teams: One month prior to race weekend.
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Sign up to Run
Click HERE to sign up to run with a Charity Bib and take your race Beyond the Finish Line!
A personal fundraising page will be created for you/your team within the ZippyReg system. Click HERE to learn more about accessing your page.
Please keep in mind that if your team does not fulfill your $500 fundraising commitment, your registration will be forfeited and your bib number will not be available for pick-up at race check-in. No exceptions.
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Charity Team Bibs FAQs
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How do I sign up as a Charity Bib Team?
Click HERE to apply to run DEST with as a Charity Bib Team.
Note: Only a limited number of Charity Bibs will be available. The deadline to sign up with a Charity Bib is July 1st.
This option may reach the limit before the stated registration deadline.
We recommend signing up right away if you plan to run with a Charity Bib.
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Do I get free entry with a Charity Bib?
No. The current registration fee will be charged at the time of race sign-up. (Registration fees pay for the cost of producing our event. They are not counted toward your team’s minimum fundraising requirement.)
Click HERE to learn more about what is included with your registration fee.
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What is the minimum fundraising requirement?
The minimum fundraising requirement for a Charity Bib Team is $500. (Registration fees are not counted toward your fundraising efforts.)
Your team must meet the fundraising minimum to pick up your bib numbers and race materials at check-in.
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What is the fundraising deadline?
Fundraising should be completed by July 1st to ensure that your team’s bib numbers and race materials are not withheld at check-in.
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What happens if I don’t meet the minimum fundraising requirement?
If your team does not meet the $500 fundraising requirement, your bib number and race materials will not be released at check-in. No exceptions.
These terms must be agreed to at the time of registration.
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How do I access my fundraising page?
To access your personal fundraising page, you will need to access your personal registrant portal within ZippyReg. Please use the link included in your confirmation email.
If you are unable to locate your confirmation email, please click HERE.
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Can I collect donations offline?
No. All donations must be collected online through your personal fundraising page.
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Can I pay the fundraising minimum outright?
Yes. However, you must make the donation through your personal fundraising page.
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Who is the beneficiary of the funds raised through the Charity Bib program?
100% of funds raised by Charity Bib Teams will support the race beneficiaries, all local to the Downeast region. Beneficiaries will be selected by race organizers and overseen by the Mount Desert Island Marathon’s Board of Directors.
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What is the cancellation policy for Charity Bibs?
Entry fees, including optional add-ons, and/or charity donations, are non-refundable. No exceptions. (A limited number of deferrals may be available; see the FAQ page for more information.) This no-refund policy is clearly posted and must be agreed to by all entrants at the time of registration. This policy applies to all entrants and is in effect whether the entrant’s plans change, the entrant becomes injured, or if the entrant has an unexpected family emergency / business emergency / medical emergency / or if the entrant is unable to participate for any other reason not already listed above. Once the entrant has paid the entry fee they will not receive a refund if they cannot participate, or if the event is canceled because of weather, natural disaster, public health crisis, unforeseen circumstances, or for any other reason not already listed above. (Income generated from registration is almost entirely expended prior to race day.) Bib numbers, race materials, and/or other incentive items will not be mailed. The race committee reserves the right to accept or reject any entries.
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Are donations eligible for refunds?
No. Once a donation has been made through your fundraising page, it will not be refunded regardless of your participation in the race.
100% of funds raised by Charity Bib Teams will be distributed as gifts and grants.
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Cancellation Policy
Entry fees, including optional add-ons, and/or charity donations, are non-refundable. No exceptions. (A limited number of deferrals may be available; see the FAQ page for more information.) This no-refund policy is clearly posted and must be agreed to by all entrants at the time of registration. This policy applies to all entrants and is in effect whether the entrant’s plans change, the entrant becomes injured, or if the entrant has an unexpected family emergency / business emergency / medical emergency / or if the entrant is unable to participate for any other reason not already listed above. Once the entrant has paid the entry fee they will not receive a refund if they cannot participate, or if the event is canceled because of weather, natural disaster, public health crisis, unforeseen circumstances, or for any other reason not already listed above. (Income generated from registration is almost entirely expended prior to race day.) Bib numbers, race materials, and/or other incentive items will not be mailed. The race committee reserves the right to accept or reject any entries.
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