As a Charity Runner for Students Run Chicago (SRC), you are entitled to the following suite of benefits:
- Guaranteed entry into the Bank of America Chicago Marathon, with registration fees paid by Students Run Chicago.
- Personalized fundraising page on the SRC Charity Runner Dashboard.
- Fundraising guidance and support from us.
- Discounted marathon program training fee with Chicago Endurance Sports (CES).
- Be our guest (and bring a guest) at the SRC pasta party celebration on Friday evening, October 9, 2026.
- Access to Race Day pre- and post-race hospitality with SRC at a meeting space across the street from the marathon start area, including gear check. On course support provided at the SRC Cheer Station near mile 19.5.
- Customized SRC running gear and swag, including shirts, singlets, hoodies, and an SRC Marathon Team jacket.
- Invitation to join our students at mid-season training races: 5K, 10K, Half Marathon, and organized 20-miler with our partner Chicago Endurance Sports.
- Join SRC Students, coaches, and families at our end of season post-run picnic on Saturday, September 26, 2026.
And more!!
- $2,200 (USD) minimum commitment. All online fundraising must be conducted through your individual fundraising page supported by Haku. Offline donations and company matches will only be counted towards the fundraising minimum when the funds are received by Students Run Chicago.
- Your commitment to the fundraising minimum will be secured by your credit card provided to the Bank of America Chicago Marathon when you register.
- You will have until October 4, 2026, to hit your goal. If you raise less than the minimum, your credit card will be charged for the difference.
Required Fundraising minimum for
Students Run Chicago as directed by
Bank of America Chicago Marathon
Team up with Students Run Chicago as we celebrate our 12th year providing support, guidance,
and encouragement to the youth
in our great city!