Thank you to our wonderful partners!
Without you all, the Bay to Beacon wouldn’t be what it is. Your support enables us to host an excellent event and highlight all that Northeastern Michigan has to offer and our community thanks you for that.
Whether you provide amazing in-kind donations that keep our runners fed and hydrated, volunteer with us to help make the race possible, provide goodies for registrations, or donate to help facilitate our race and maximize our donations, your help goes a long way.
2026 Sponsorship Info
If you are considering donating in 2026, please check out our sponsorship packet below! Or contact our team for more information. We appreciate your consideration.
Thanks to our 2026 Race Sponsors:
Dip – Hey, Michigan!! It’s your pals at Dip back for round three of sponsoring the Bay2Beacon Half Marathon! We love Michigan and envy those scenic Great Lakes runs. We’re also trail runners ourselves, and made our plastic free, shampoo & conditioner bars for all of you outdoor enthusiasts out there. Training is tough enough— and with Dip you don’t have to choose between a run and a great hair day: because it is gentle enough for everyday use. We’ve got you covered, from training start to finish line.
Environmental Consulting and Technology (ECT)– ECT is excited to partner with the Bay to Beacon for 2026. As a company that works routinely to find innovative solutions that interact with the environment, it is a great opportunity to work with an event that encourages people to get outside. We hope that the Bay to Beacon community has an excellent race this year and encourage everyone to appreciate the natural area around us.
Meet our Race Beneficiaries:
Alcona Historical Society – The Alcona Historical Society was formed to preserve the rich history of the Alcona County area. The society realizes the value of the past and its importance to future generations.
Friends of Negwegon State Park – Friends of Negwegon State Park is a 501(c) 3 non-profit, voluntary association incorporated by the State of Michigan. Our mission is to “Preserve, Protect and Promote” Negwegon State Park through stewardship, education, and research. With this, our vision is to preserve the wild and pristine beauty of Negwegon State Park for now and for future generations of plants, animals, and people.
The Sunset Project – The Sunset Project has been a longstanding beneficiary and supporter of the Huron Endurance and Resources Project’s annual Bay to Beacon Half Marathon. In 2023, The Sunset Project facilitated booth at the race’s finish line, hoping to raise further awareness for it’s Northeast Michigan Wellness Initiative (NEMWI) Program. In addition to supporting and participating in community events such as Bay to Beacon, the NEMWI Program also facilitates the National Alliance on Mental Illness’s “Ending The Silence” Program in area schools in an effort to further mental health awareness education. As of spring 2024, 240+ high school students, 30+ high school staffers, and 50+ community members have experienced “Ending The Silence” implementation, with over 80% of students agreeing that the presentation gave them more insight into mental health. The Sunset Project looks forward to another successful year for both its NEMWI Program and the Bay to Beacon Half Marathon!
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