Charity Runners

Join the Special Olympics Illinois Charity Running team and make your next race even more special! 

As an athlete, you know the dedication, training and hard work it takes to reach your goals.  You’ve experienced the joy of competition and the satisfaction of crossing the finish line.  Share your love of the sport with others and run for a reason!  As you run, raise funds for the athletes of Special Olympics Illinois and know that you’re helping children and adults with disabilities experience the pride and joy of reaching their full potential!

Team Member Benefits

 All team members will receive:

• A Special Olympics Illinois technical training shirt (earned upon raising $150)
• Help setting up a personal fundraising web page
• Tips to make fundraising easy and successful
• A Special Olympics Illinois certificate of appreciation

Watch a video about Charity Runners for Special Olympics Illinois on YouTube.

2010 Races:  

Naperville Trails Half Marathon - Sept. 12

To join our team, click here. To register for the race, click here.

Deerfield Turkey Trot – Nov. 25

To join our team, click here. To register for the race, click here.

Long Grove Turkey Trot - Nov. 25

To join our team, click here. To register for the race, click here.

Schaumburg Half Marathon - Nov. 27

To join our team, click here. To register for the race, click here.

Other Running Events around Illinois

Are you interested in running on behalf of Special Olympics Illinois in a race not listed?  No problem, you can be a Charity Runner in any race you choose! Let us know which race you will be participating in and we’ll get you everything you need to start your fundraising!  For more information contact Rene Wonais at Special Olympics Illinois or call 630-942-5620.