For the Bank of America Chicago Marathon there were 187 runners from 29 states and Canada on the team! Money is still coming in – but right now we are just under $325,000. Our top fundraiser: Chuck Aron – ran 73 races, at the age of 70 and raised $24,139! Registration for 2017 is open now…secure your entry today!
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Join ALZ Stars for the 2017
Bank of America Chicago Marathon
Because the first survivor is out there
Make your miles matter by training for and completing the Bank of America Chicago Marathon while raising valuable funds to advance the care, support and research efforts of the Alzheimer’s Association. Whether you’re a first-time marathoner or a seasoned veteran, you know the power of running.
Every mile of training will be more powerful when you are doing it for a reason that matters to YOU.
Don’t take chances, GUARANTEE YOUR ENTRY today!
Fundraising Minimum Requirements:
Participation Types: Fundraise at the level that’s right for you.
OPEN Guaranteed Entry: When choosing OPEN Guaranteed Entry participation type, you are securing your entry into the Bank of America Chicago Marathon between October 25th and November 29th, at the lowest fundraising minimum of $1,000.
OPEN Guaranteed Entry + Localized Training: When you choose OPEN Guaranteed Entry + Localized Training participation type, you are securing your guaranteed entry into the Bank of America Chicago Marathon between October 25th and November 29th, + free summer marathon training with our partners at the fundraising minimum of $1,200.
Participants must sign and return an application/waiver before their guaranteed entry will be approved.
For More Information: Contact Sharri Scott at 847.324.0378, or by email, sscott@alz.org.
RETURNING ALUMNI: Don’t forget to use your discount code!
Team benefits
- We will provide you with a fully supported fundraising page, including fundraising emails to personalize and send to all your supporters!
- Training Options and Access to Experts: You will have opportunities to participate in training and clinics on injury prevention, race day preparation, nutrition and fundraising as led by coaches and other professionals!
- Eligible for marathon entry fee reimbursement. (restrictions apply)
- ALZ Star technical gear: Receive your exclusive ALZ Star singlet to train in and wear on race day.
- Opportunities for group runs! If you can’t find one where you live – just ask me to help!
- Team Pre-race pasta dinner! Get excited & inspired for race day while carbo-loading with your teammates!
- Pre & Post race access to exclusive ALZ Star event space with lots of amenities for you and your supporters, including restrooms, gear check and post-race massage!
- MOST IMPORTANTLY, the camaraderie of a team that is striving for the same vision – a world without Alzheimer’s.
Running changes everything! Let’s change the course of Alzheimer’s disease – together!