Training For A Cause
Looking to Make Your Training More Meaningful?
Training for a marathon is powerful. Training for a cause makes it even more impactful.
When you run with a charity, every mile carries purpose. You’re not just preparing for race day — you’re helping raise awareness and critical funds for a mission that matters to you personally.
Fleet Feet Training is proud to partner with a wide range of incredible charity organizations that offer guaranteed entries to the Bank of America Chicago Marathon and other major events, including international races like Berlin, Sydney, Cape Town, Tokyo, London, and more.
As a thank-you for your fundraising efforts, many of our charity partners also cover the cost of your Fleet Feet Training Marathon Program registration — giving you structured coaching, expert guidance, and a supportive community at little to no cost.
Run with purpose. Train with community. Make your miles matter.
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American Cancer Society — DetermiNationThe 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:
Call (312) 279-7243 Contact: DetermiNationIL@cancer.org; |
American Diabetes Association — Team DiabetesAims to prevent and cure diabetes and to improve the lives of all people affected by diabetes. Training for:
Call (703) 253-4855 x6525 Contact: omartin@diabetes.org |
American Heart AssociationAim To be a relentless force for a world of longer, healthier lives. Training for:
Call (312) 476-7306 Contact: jasmine.lewis@heart.org |
American Liver FoundationFundraising 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:
Call (646) 737-9414 Contact: smorovich@liverfoundation.org |
Les Turner ALS FoundationThe 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:
Call (847) 745-6024 Contact: kkempf@lesturnerals.org |
Autism SpeaksTeamUp is the Autism Speaks endurance fundraising program that invites you to challenge yourself, push your limits and achieve your goals in support of the autism community and Autism Speaks. TeamUp events include the world’s most popular races from 5k to marathons. No matter how you TeamUp, your participation empowers us to provide crucial autism research, advocacy, services, and support to help all autistic people live their best lives. Make a difference with your miles and demonstrate your commitment to helping us build a more inclusive world for all individuals with autism. Training For:
Call: (313) 500-9990 Contact: TeamUp@autismspeaks.org |
Back on My FeetCombats homelessness through the power of running, community support and essential employment and housing resources. Training for:
Call (215) 772-1080 Contact: fundrace@backonmyfeet.org |
Big Brothers Big SistersHelps all children reach their potential through professionally supported, one-to-one relationships with volunteer mentors. Training for:
Call (312) 207-4241 Contact: calvert@bbbschgo.org |
Big ShouldersFor 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:
Call (312) 566-4403 Contact: kpitts@bigshouldersfund.org |
Team BlessonsParticipating 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:
Call (773) 885-4343 Contact: khit@blessons.org |
CdLS FoundationThe 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:
Contact: lschroeder@cdlsusa.org |
Chicago Parks FoundationWithout Chicago's 600+ parks and 26 miles of Lakefront Trail, where would you run? Since 2014, Team ChiParks has raised $550,000+ in support of our city’s parks and the communities who love them. Training for:
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Chicago RunChicago Run promotes the health and wellness of Chicago children through innovative, engaging, and sustainable youth running programs. Training for:
Call (517) 896-8476 Contact: jordan@chicagorun.org |
Children’s Tumor FoundationNF - 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:
Call (646) 738-8544 Contact: lvanderloo@ctf.org |
Cradles To CrayonsCradles 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.
Call (312) 319-1077 Contact: bdonnelly@cradlestocrayons.org |
Epilepsy Foundation of Greater ChicagoHelp people with epilepsy live their everyday lives. Training for:
Call (312) 939-8622 Contact: ealvarez@epilepsychicago.org |
Gilda's Club ChicagoEnsures that anyone impacted by cancer is empowered by knowledge, strengthened by action and sustained by community.
Call (815) 382-2366 Contact: CaitlinRinard@gildasclubchicago.org |
Girls in The GameAt 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:
Call (312) 633-GAME (4263) Contact: mjones@girlsinthegame.org |
Girls on the Run — ChicagoWorks to encourage pre-teen girls to develop self-respect and healthy lifestyles through dynamic, interactive lessons and running games.
Call (312) 887-1531 Contact: solemates@gotrchicago.org |
Girl Scouts of Greater Chicago and Northwest IndianaThe preeminent leadership development organization for girls. Training for:
Call (312) 912-6329 Contact: hjohnson@girlscoutsgcnwi.org |
Great Lakes Adaptive Sports AssociationOur programs fuel the life of an individual on the court and beyond. GLASA is a community where athletes thrive. Our resources, programs and services empower participants to reach their highest potential in all pursuits of life. Every aspect of our mission is to support our athletes. It is our greatest honor to stand in awe and admiration as they achieve their dreams and inspire the world. Training for:
Call (847) 283-0908 Contact: MARATHON@GLASA.ORG |
Guest HouseThe 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:
Call (312) 996-3193 Contact: ntooks@guesthousechicago.org |
Ignite The Spirit FundIgnite 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:
Call (773) 339-0570 Contact: ignitemarathonteam@yahoo.com |
Latinos Progresando - Team LatinosDelivers high-quality information and resources for people to build secure, healthy, and productive lives. Training for:
Call (773) 232-9369 Contact: c.guzman@latinospro.org |
LUNGevityNation's leading lung cancer-focused nonprofit. Training for:
Call (630) 272-2929 Contact: mchernesky@lungevity.org |
Ann & Robert H Lurie Children’s HospitalOne of the top pediatric providers in the nation, treating Chicago's children. Training for:
Call (312) 227-7295 Contact: spaarz@luriechildrens.org |
Lupus Charity RunnersProvides personal support to people living with lupus and those that care about them. Training for:
Call (312) 648-6053 Contact: mary@lupusil.org |
NoStigmasWith 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:
Email hi@nostigmas.org |
Nourishing HopeHelping our neighbors overcome hunger, improve mental wellness, and build for the future. Training for:
Call (773) 525-1777 ext. 219 Contact: aliya.prescott@nourishinghopechi.org |
Mission of Our Lady Of The AngelsAssists the materially poor and to share the treasure of our Catholic Faith. Training for:
Call (815) 713-8286 Contact: olamission@gmail.com |
PAWSNational model in animal sheltering, committed to bringing an end to the killing of homeless cats and dogs. Training for:
Call (773) 475-3308 Contact: teampaws@pawschicago.org |
Respitory Health Association (Lung POWER) TeamMission is to prevent lung disease, promote clean air and help people live better through education, research and policy change. Training for:
Call 312-628-0211 Contact: jblair@resphealth.org |
Special Children's CharityWorld's largest sports organization for children and adults with intellectual disabilities, providing year-round training and competitions. Training for:
Contact: samantha.demogenes@sochicago.org |
Students Run ChicagoStudents 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:
Call (312) 952-8483 Contact: steve@studentsrunchicago.org |
Team TillmanUnites and empowers remarkable military veterans and spouses as the next generation of public and private sector leaders committed to service beyond self. Training for:
Call (650) 906-1303 Contact: rzamora@pattillmanfoundation.org |
Urban InitiativesUrban 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:
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Weish4EverUplifting adolescents & young adults battling cancer - Providing financial assistance, instilling hope & bringing joy. Training for:
Call 708-214-8568 Contact: Joe.Gallagher@weish4ever.org |
Charity Partners
Program Start: ex: Sunday, January 18th, 6:00pm
Program Fee: ex: $100 excluding race fee
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