Race Around the World for Education

Who can participate?

Anyone – the more the merrier. While the majority of participants hail from marketing research companies, we welcome all participants and their friends, families, partners, neighbors, etc.

 

Can I join any team?

You are welcome to join any team when you sign up. If your company is not sponsoring a team, please feel free to join Team MREF!

 

Will I have to verify my results?

No; the race operates on the honor system. We trust everyone to report responsibly!

 

How do I log miles?

1. Once signed in, click your profile bubble on the top right of the menu and navigate to Profile.
2. Find the Race Around the World box – on the righthand list of blue links, click Submit Virtual Results.
3. If you need help troubleshooting or want to explore other logging options, visit this tutorial.

 

How do I upload photos?

1. On the main menu, click Photos.
2. Click Add Photos to Your Album.
3. Click Upload Images and choose your photo(s).
4. When you're finished selecting photos, click I'm Finished Uploading.
5. If you are not able to upload photos, you could be missing your date of birth from the race registration. You must confirm that you are over 18 years of age to upload photos to the race website!

 

What happens to proceeds from the race?

The 2025 Race Around the World for Education fundraising initiative will focus on empowering the next generation of leaders through STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math). 
 
By supporting programs in underserved communities around the world, we aim to provide young people with access to transformative learning experiences that foster creativity, problem-solving, and leadership. MREF can directly impact the development of critical skills in youth, especially in areas where opportunities for quality education and mentorship are limited.

 

The grantees for 2025 will be announced closer to the start of the race.

 

Can I use my Fitbit or other device to log miles?

No; miles must be logged manually on the website.

 

The race has already started – is it too late to join?

We welcome all participation at any point in the race until May 31.

 

I forgot to log my miles for a couple days – do they still count?

They do! Simply change the date to the correct day when you submit your virtual results – you can choose a day that has already passed. You can log miles from multiple days at the same time.

 

How long after the race do I have to log my miles?

If participants miss some days, they will have until Wednesday, June 4 at 11:55 p.m. ET to retroactively submit results. Remember – all race results are on the honor system!

 

Where can I learn more about the MREF?

Visit the MREF website to learn more about our mission and other fundraising campaigns and events throughout the year!