Charity Partners:
Training For A Cause
Are you looking to make your training even more meaningful? Running/training for a charity can give your training more purpose and meaning, while helping bring attention and support to a cause that is personal to you. Chicago Endurance Sports is proud to partner with a wide variety of wonderful charities that have guaranteed registrations to The Bank of America Chicago Marathon or other events, such as the Chicago Triathlon. And, as a thank you for helping raise important funds, most of these charities will also cover your registration fee for the Chicago Endurance Sports Summer Marathon Training or Triathlon programs. In 2018 alone, CES helped offset over $50,000 worth of training fees, in order to help our charity partners give more to their cause. You can make a difference - please consider joining one of these outstanding organizations.
A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z
American Cancer Society — DetermiNation
The American Cancer Society's mission is to save lives, celebrate lives, and lead the fight for a world without cancer. We have partnerships with races all over the world, including, but not limited to, the Chicago Marathon, Berlin Marathon, London Marathon, NYC Marathon and many more!
Training for:
2024 Bank of America Chicago Marathon
Call (312) 279-7243
Contact: DetermiNationIL@cancer.org;
Charity Website
American Diabetes Association — Team Diabetes
Aims to prevent and cure diabetes and to improve the lives of all people affected by diabetes.
Training for:
2024 Bank of America Chicago Marathon
Call (703) 253-4855 x6525
Contact: omartin@diabetes.org
Charity Website
American Heart Association
Aim To be a relentless force for a world of longer, healthier lives.
Training for:
2024 Bank of America Chicago Marathon
Call (312) 476-7306
Contact: jasmine.lewis@heart.org
Charity Website
American Liver Foundation
Fundraising and participation in our Liver Life Challenge events bring awareness to liver disease and provide financial support for our educational programs and patient services offered to the millions of Americans battling one of the 100 known liver diseases.
Training for:
2024 Bank of America Chicago Marathon
Call (646) 737-9414
Contact: smorovich@liverfoundation.org
Charity Website
Les Turner ALS Foundation
The Les Turner ALS Foundation is one of the longest-serving independent ALS groups in the country. For over 40 years, we have taken an individualized approach to ensure each person living with the disease receives the best quality of care and access to the most promising therapies.
Training for:
2024 Bank of America Chicago Marathon
Call (847) 745-6024
Contact: kkempf@lesturnerals.org
Charity Website
ALZ Stars
Formed in 1980, the Alzheimer's Association is the leading voluntary health organization in Alzheimer's care, support and research.
Training for:
2024 Bank of America Chicago Marathon
Call (773) 575-4292
Contact: tjcollings@alz.org
Charity Website
Back on My Feet
Combats homelessness through the power of running, community support and essential employment and housing resources.
Training for:
2024 Bank of America Chicago Marathon
Call (215) 772-1080
Contact: fundrace@backonmyfeet.org
Charity Website
Big Brothers Big Sisters
Helps all children reach their potential through professionally supported, one-to-one relationships with volunteer mentors.
Training for:
2024 Bank of America Chicago Marathon
Call (312) 207-4241
Contact: calvert@bbbschgo.org
Charity Website
Big Shoulders
For more than thirty-five years, Big Shoulders Fund has helped Chicago’s children in need achieve their dreams through access to a quality, values-based education.
Training for:
2024 Bank of America Chicago Marathon
Call (312) 566-4403
Contact: kpitts@bigshouldersfund.org
Charity Website
Team Blessons
Participating with Team Blessons is your opportunity to make a difference for many women who have had to put education and professional development on hold and now seeking support through our unique scholarships and free workshops, wellness clinics and mentorship programs.
Training for:
2024 Bank of America Chicago Marathon
Call (773) 885-4343
Contact: khit@blessons.org
Charity Website
CdLS Foundation
The Cornelia de Lange Syndrome (CdLS) Foundation provides a host of services for anyone touched by this little-known genetic syndrome and other isolating conditions.
Training For:
Bank of America Chicago Marathon
Contact: Frank@mairano.com
Charity Website
Chicago Coalition for the Homeless
Dedicated to advocating for public policies that curb and can ultimately end homelessness.
Training for:
2024 Bank of America Chicago Marathon
Call (773) 906-3404
Contact: michael@chicagohomeless.org
Charity Website
Chicago Run
Chicago Run promotes the health and wellness of Chicago children through innovative, engaging, and sustainable youth running programs.
Training for:
2024 Bank of America Chicago Marathon
Call (517) 896-8476
Contact: jordan@chicagorun.org
Charity Website
Children’s Tumor Foundation
NF - a genetic condition that includes all forms of neurofibromatosis and schwannomatosis - affects 1 in every 2,000 births or about 4 million people worldwide. Anyone can be born with it and it affects everyone differently. NF can lead to blindness, deafness, bone abnormalities, disfigurement, learning challenges, disabling pain, or cancer. There is no cure. The Children's Tumor Foundation's mission is to drive research, expand knowledge, and advance care for the NF community. Together, we can end NF.
Training for:
2024 Bank of America Chicago Marathon
Call (646) 738-8544
Contact: lvanderloo@ctf.org
Charity Website
Cradles To Crayons
Cradles to Crayons provides children from birth through age 12, living in homeless or low-income situations, with the essential items they need to thrive – at home, at school and at play. We supply these items free of charge by engaging and connecting communities.
Training for:
2024 Bank of America Chicago Marathon
Call (312) 319-1077
Contact: bdonnelly@cradlestocrayons.org
Charity Website
Epilepsy Foundation of Greater Chicago
Help people with epilepsy live their everyday lives.
Training for:
2024 Bank of America Chicago Marathon
Call (312) 939-8622
Contact: ealvarez@epilepsychicago.org
Charity Website
Gilda’s Club
Ensures that anyone impacted by cancer is empowered by knowledge, strengthened by action and sustained by community.
Training for:
2024 Bank of America Chicago Marathon
Call (815) 382-2366
Contact: rebeccapeters@gildasclubchicago.org
Charity Website
Girls in The Game
At Girls in the Game, every girl finds her voice, discovers her strength and builds confidence through fun and active sports, health and leadership programs.
Training for:
2024 Bank of America Chicago Marathon
Call (312) 633-GAME (4263)
Contact: mjones@girlsinthegame.org
Charity Website
Girls on the Run — Chicago
Works to encourage pre-teen girls to develop self-respect and healthy lifestyles through dynamic, interactive lessons and running games.
Training for:
2024 Bank of America Chicago Marathon
Call (312) 887-1531
Contact: solemates@gotrchicago.org
Charity Website
Girl Scouts of Greater Chicago and Northwest Indiana
The preeminent leadership development organization for girls.
Training for:
2024 Bank of America Chicago Marathon
Call (312) 912-6329
Contact: hjohnson@girlscoutsgcnwi.org
Charity Website
The Golden Apple
Golden Apple’s mission is to inspire, develop and support teacher and school leader excellence, especially in schools-of-need. There is a critical shortage of high-quality educators statewide and nationwide.
2024 Bank of America Chicago Marathon
Call (312) 477-7531
Contact: dileonardi@goldenapple.org
Charity Website
Ignite The Spirit Fund
Ignite the Spirit is an ongoing charity that was created to raise funds for Chicago’s firefighters and paramedics and their families in time of need. In June 2003, Ignite the Spirit was established in response to the World Trade Center bombings and the many lives that were lost including countless firefighters on September 11, 2001. Since 2003, Ignite the Spirit has helped over 500 families in need and we are still going strong. Over one million dollars in donations has been generously provided to ease the hardship of Chicago Fire Department families.
Training for:
2024 Bank of America Chicago Marathon
Call (773) 339-0570
Contact: ignitemarathonteam@yahoo.com
Charity Website
Guest House
The Comfort Fund provides financial assistance to medical patients and families, and military veterans with limited funds, who otherwise would not be able to afford temporary lodging while receiving medical treatment away from home.
Training for:
2024 Bank of America Chicago Marathon
Call (312) 996-3193
Contact: ntooks@guesthousechicago.org
Charity Website
Imerman Angels
Provides guidance and resources with an emphasis on one-on-one support for cancer fighters and caregivers.
Training for:
2024 Bank of America Chicago Marathon
Call (312) 273-1312
Contact: dlouthan@imermanangels.org
Charity Website
Latinos Progresando - Team Latinos
Delivers high-quality information and resources for people to build secure, healthy, and productive lives.
Training for:
2024 Bank of America Chicago Marathon
Call (773) 232-9369
Contact: c.guzman@latinospro.org
Charity Website
LUNGevity
Nation's leading lung cancer-focused nonprofit.
Training for:
2024 Bank of America Chicago Marathon
Call (630) 272-2929
Contact: mchernesky@lungevity.org
Charity Website
Lung POWER Team
Mission is to prevent lung disease, promote clean air and help people live better through education, research and policy change.
Training for:
2024 Bank of America Chicago Marathon
Call 312-628-0211
Contact: jblair@resphealth.org
Charity Website
Lupus Charity Runners
Provides personal support to people living with lupus and those that care about them.
Training for:
2024 Bank of America Chicago Marathon
Call (312) 648-6053
Contact: mary@lupusil.org
Charity Website
Ann & Robert H Lurie Children’s Hospital
One of the top pediatric providers in the nation, treating Chicago's children.
Training for:
2024 Bank of America Chicago Marathon
Call (312) 227-7295
Contact: spaarz@luriechildrens.org
Charity Website
Mission of Our Lady Of The Angels
Assists the materially poor and to share the treasure of our Catholic Faith.
Training for:
2024 Bank of America Chicago Marathon
Call (815) 713-8286
Contact: olamission@gmail.com
Charity Website
NoStigmas
With NoStigmas you have the opportunity to choose how you want to participate. We'll provide you with the tools and support needed to have fun and be successful.
Training for:
2024 Bank of America Chicago Marathon
Email hi@nostigmas.org
Nourishing Hope
Helping our neighbors overcome hunger, improve mental wellness, and build for the future.
Training for:
2024 Bank of America Chicago Marathon
Call (773) 525-1777 ext. 219
Contact: aliya.prescott@nourishinghopechi.org
PAWS
National model in animal sheltering, committed to bringing an end to the killing of homeless cats and dogs.
Training for:
2024 Bank of America Chicago Marathon
Call (773) 475-3308
Contact: teampaws@pawschicago.org
Charity Website
Run Domestic Violence Out of Town
Run Domestic Violence Out of Town is the marathon team of The Network: Advocating Against Domestic Violence. Our mission is to raise funds & awareness for survivors of domestic violence through the shared dedication of our community.
Training for:
2024 Bank of America Chicago Marathon
Call (312) 527-0730
Contact: egonzalez@the-network.org
Charity Website
Special Olympics Chicago
World's largest sports organization for children and adults with intellectual disabilities, providing year-round training and competitions.
Training for:
2024 Bank of America Chicago Marathon
Contact: samantha.demogenes@sochicago.org
Charity Website
Strides For Peace
Strides for Peace is dedicated to increasing the collective impact of nonprofits working to create a Chicago where all can thrive, free from the fear of gun violence.
Training for:
2024 Bank of America Chicago Marathon
Contact: paula@stridesforpeace.org
Charity Website
Students Run Chicago
Students Run Chicago challenges high school students to experience the benefits of goal-setting, character development, adult mentoring, and improved health by providing them with access to a comprehensive mentor-based running program.
Training for:
2024 Bank of America Chicago Marathon
Call (312) 952-8483
Contact: steve@studentsrunchicago.org
Charity Website
Team Salute
SALUTE, INC. is dedicated to meeting the financial, physical and emotional needs of injured military service members, veterans and their families.
Training for:
2024 Bank of America Chicago Marathon
Call (224) 595-5474
Contact: teamsalute@saluteinc.org
Charity Website
Team Tillman
Unites and empowers remarkable military veterans and spouses as the next generation of public and private sector leaders committed to service beyond self.
Training for:
2024 Bank of America Chicago Marathon
Call (650) 906-1303
Contact: rzamora@pattillmanfoundation.org
Charity Website
Urban Initiatives
Urban Initiatives’ mission is to use the power of sport and play to empower Chicago’s youth to achieve academic success, develop social-emotional skills, and build social capital. We do this by partnering with schools in underserved communities around the city to offer a variety of programs, including an after school soccer program for elementary students to create space for young people to be part of a team!
Training For:
Bank of America Chicago Marathon
Email: april.lillstrom@urbaninitiatives.org
Weish4Ever
Uplifting adolescents & young adults battling cancer - Providing financial assistance, instilling hope & bringing joy.
Training for:
2024 Bank of America Chicago Marathon