Every Mile, For Every Child
For the past two decades, hundreds of runners have come together to run the Bank of America Chicago Marathon while supporting the patients and families at Lurie Children's. You'll receive experienced coaching, expert fundraising advice, support from our staff and a race day singlet. You'll also get a personal fundraising page where you can post messages and photos, and manage email campaigns. Throughout their training, runners work towards the required fundraising goal to help ensure a brighter and healthier future for our patients.
- Guaranteed entry for the 2026 Bank of America Chicago Marathon.
- Complimentary 19-week training program through Chicago Endurance Sports.
- Lurie Children’s Marathon Team running singlet for race day and two t-shirts for your supporters.
- Team Kick-Off Party and Team Pasta Dinner to meet fellow team members.
- Fundraising incentives and online tools to help you exceed your individual fundraising goal.
- Exclusive race day access to Race Day Resort provided by Chicago Endurance Sports.
- Dedicated staff contact to support you in your journey to reach your goals.
- The incredible feeling of knowing that your effort and endurance will provide a brighter and healthier future for the 260,000 patients treated at Lurie Children’s each year.
PLEASE NOTE: Runners must complete all Lurie Children’s Marathon Team requirements AND Bank of America Chicago Marathon registration requirements, including payment of the runner fee to the Chicago Marathon.
Registering for our team DOES NOT automatically register you for the Bank of America Chicago Marathon. Steps to secure your entry through Bank of America will be emailed to you after registering with our team.
Learn more at www.chicagomarathon.com
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Do More With Every Mile
Every year, runners on our Bank of America Chicago Marathon Charity Team are cheered on by friends and families of Lurie Children's. With training, motivation and support from donors, Team Lurie Children's runs every mile for every child at Lurie Children's. Together, they have raised more than $9 million for our patients and families.
Your Impact
More Ways to Run for Kids
If this spots for this race are full or you are looking for a different challenge, Team Lurie Children’s participates in races across the country all year long. From marathons to fun runs, there are plenty of opportunities to join Team Lurie Children’s and make every mile matter.
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Run for Every Child
360 Miles. 360 Children. One Mission.
Commit to your training. Commit to their care.
Join the Team Lurie Children’s: Run for Every Child Challenge and take on the mission to run 360 miles—one mile for every child staying at Lurie Children’s on any given day. As you embark on your training journey, your runs are preparing you for race day and helping ensure children have access to the expert care they deserve at Lurie Children’s.
While you're building endurance, logging recovery miles, and gearing up for long runs, every step you take can help transform a child’s life. This challenge is designed to keep you motivated and connected to a greater purpose throughout the season. The Challenge runs June 1 – Oct 12th.
