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Thinking about running the 2023 Bank of America Chicago Marathon? Bypass the drawing and sign up for our WAITLIST below to learn more on how you can secure a GUARANTEED race entry with Team Blessons!
Our Team Blessons Charity Runners are ready to hit 26.2 miles of Chicago on Sunday, Oct. 13th!!! To submit a donation on their behalf, click the donate button below and select the charity runner you would like to support!
Make your miles more meaningful.
Guarantee your entry into the 2024 Bank of America Chicago Marathon by running on behalf of a charity. In a sport that focuses on personal accomplishments, running for a charity transforms your 26.2 mile experience into a rewarding team endeavor. From group training runs to team parties throughout the training season, charity teams create memories that last well beyond the finish! Since 2002, charity runners have raised more than $200 million for local, national and global causes!
For 2024, our Team Blessons guaranteed charity race entries will be available until all spots are taken. Charity race entries are on a first-come, first-served basis. To join our Team Blessons 2024 Charity Team before all our charity race entries are spoken for, sign up below to learn more!
MAKE A DIFFERENCE WITH YOUR FEET
Whether it’s by running with our charity race entry or your own entry.
Running the Bank of America Chicago Marathon is the pinnacle of achievement for elite athletes and everyday runners alike. On Sunday, October 13th, 2024, runners from all 50 states and more than 100 countries will set out to accomplish a personal dream by reaching the finish line in Grant Park. TEAM BLESSONS is one of the charity partners in the BOA Chicago Marathon. For 2024, our guaranteed charity race entries are available on a first-come, first-served basis.
Team Gear (running singlet/tank or shirt).
Private VIP Race Day Hospitality right across from the start/finish line.
Post-Marathon Celebration.
Option to add Group Marathon Training with Team Blessons. Coach led training with Chicago Endurance Sports ($275 value).
The fundraising minimums must be reached by 8:30 a.m. (central) OCTOBER 1ST, 2024 regardless of entry type.
Please Note: All of our 2024 charity guaranteed race entries are limited and are first come, first serve before March 30th, 2024.
Did you receive your own 2024 Bank of America Chicago Marathon race entry?
Using your race entry, received on your own - Choose your own fundraising commitment. Funds must be raised by Oct. 1st, 2024.
Team Gear - (FREE when you create a 2024 Team Blessons - BoA Chicago Marathon page on our official charity fundraising page, (HERE) .
Receive FREE Race Day VIP/Hospitality at the 2024 CES Race Day Resort/Hospitality including Post-Marathon Celebration (with a min. fundraising agreement of $250).
Receive FREE Group Marathon Training with Team Blessons (Coach Led Training with Chicago Endurance Sports ( with a min. fundraising agreement of $500).
Receive a discounted membership ($39 per month) at The Chicago Recovery Room / Impact Physical Therapy. The Official Team Blessons Charity Partner for Recovery and Physical Therapy.
The official marathon training program of team blessons.
If you have your own entry (2024) into the event and wish to fundraise on behalf of our charity, you may do so through our 2024 Bank of America Chicago Marathon - Team Blessons fundraising campaign on haku, the preferred fundraising platform of the Bank of America Chicago Marathon.
Recovery & Physical Therapy
Official Team Blessons Charity Partner
Shuffle Time!
Sunday, March 24th, 2024
Blessons for Women (Team Blessons) is an Official Charity for the 2024 Bank of America Shamrock Shuffle. Charity Guaranteed entries are limited and are first come, first serve for the 2024 Bank of America Shamrock Shuffle.
All participants using a Charity Guaranteed entry must apply by Wednesday, March 17th, 2024.
All participants must apply through the event online registration system. <——— Click this link.
All participants using a Charity Guaranteed entry will receive a free race entry.
MUST confirm a commitment to fundraise a minimum of $350 by March 21st, 2024.
All participants must acknowledge their fundraising obligation by completing a Team Blessons 2024 Bank of America Shamrock Shuffle 8k Charity Athlete Contract/Waiver.
What you get
FREE race entry
Team Blessons limited edition GREEN race shirt
Receive a discounted membership ($39 per month) at The Chicago Recovery Room / Impact Physical Therapy. The Official Team Blessons Charity Partner for Recovery and Physical Therapy.
Bank of America Shamrock Shuffle Nike race shirt
Festive promotional item
A ticket for bottomless mimosas at our post-race brunch
An official finisher’s medal
Event bib number and timing device
* You must be 21 years or older with a valid ID to purchase and/or consume alcoholic beverages at the Post-Race Brunch Party.
Not running but would like to support our charity? Join us at Aid Station 02 as a volunteer! Our volunteer group earns a donation for providing support at the event. Sign up below. Must be at least 14 years old to volunteer.
AID STATION 02 VOLUNTEERS NEEDED
Support the running event with our charity volunteer group & cheer on our charity runners (Team Blessons) while passing out water and Gatorade!
Join for free. You pick the race!
No Fundraising COMMITMENT.
You register for Any Race, Any Sport & Anywhere.
Team Blessons is a group of individuals who like to stay fit, have fun and make a difference at the same time through any race, any sports & anywhere.
You register for your own races and put those race bibs towards making a difference!
AND ……………………No Fundraising COMMITMENT.
We require no minimum fundraising as a Team Blessons participant. If you would like us to register you for a Half Marathon, Full Marathon or Triathlon training program with Chicago Endurance Sports, you will have a fundraiser commitment of $500 by the end of year.
EASY CHARITY TEAM REGISTRATION PROCESS:
You register for your own race entry(s) and choose your own fundraising goal with no strings attached. Our first priority is spreading awareness of our mission before fundraising. All you need to do is to register for your own race event(s) on your own and then register for Team Blessons ANY RACE 2024 with us.
Once you have registered and created your personal Team Blessons fundraising page, you will be able to share the list of races you will be participating in on behalf of our mission! Just click the "Join The Team" button to get started!
CHARITY ATHLETE SPOTLIGHT
Paul Miller
Team Blessons since 2016
Whether you are interested in a triathlon, running events including 5k to marathons and beyond, a walking event, a cycling event or any other sporting event, you can be a part of Team Blessons!
Every Team Blessons fundraising page that is setup, makes a HUGE difference in our mission in empowering women through education as we continue to provide them second chances. For example, if you decided that you wanted to participate in a half marathon located anywhere in the world, you could join Team Blessons and help us spread awareness to as many women as possible in learning about our free services, including scholarships.
CHARITY TEAM PERKS
When you join Team Blessons, you will receive these great benefits and more! MORE TEAM EVENTS INFO BELOW!
Access to our monthly free workouts, team happy hours, our very own run/walk club sponsored by The Reservoir Dawgs every Thursday starting at 6:30pm at The Reservoir.
Team Blessons gear including Team Blessons tech shirt or singlet once you raise a minimum of $250.
Your own Team Blessons haku fundraising page (FREE) to share with your family, friends, co-workers and others an easy way to donate and show their support for you on behalf of our charity.
Receive a discounted membership ($39 per month) at The Chicago Recovery Room / Impact Physical Therapy. The Official Team Blessons Charity Partner for Recovery and Physical Therapy.
Most importantly, the knowledge that you are helping us provide free mentorship, workshops and wellness clinics to women of all ages , including scholarships to low-income, disadvantaged women who are 25 years or older and who have suffered from challenging life lessons such as; cancer, mental health conditions, physical or emotional abuse, sex trafficking, discrimination and isolation due to sexual orientation, or who are first-generation female immigrants.
Train SMART & Stay Healthy in 2024
We’ll have more ways than ever for you to train with us, virtually or in person, including new times, locations, and training plan distances. We can’t wait to help you get to the start line for your race—or simply help you stay consistent in your running.
TEAM BLESSONS WELLNESS CLINICS WITH FOOT & ANKLE SPORTS MEDICINE EXPERT, DR. CHIN AT THE RUNNING INSTITUTE.
Team Blessons is made up of amazing participants, doctors, therapists, coaches and volunteer-staff committed to helping you succeed in your training and fundraising efforts. We are HONORED and grateful to have you join our 2024 team, and support you on your journey to 26.2 miles, any other race or team sport in #EmpoweringWomen!
BE PART OF A FUN, SOCIAL AND RUNNING COMMUNITY FOR ALL LEVELS OF RUNNERS AND WALKERS!
WEEKLY FUN RUN/WALK CLUB EVERY THURSDAY NIGHT!!
Run/Walk Club
Sponsored by The Reservoir Dawgs every Thursday at The Reservoir starting at 7:00pm. All levels and genders are welcome!
Team members participate in various activities while spreading awareness and raising funds that provide free mentorship and educational workshops to women of all ages, including scholarships, to women who have suffered from challenging life lessons that has caused them to put their higher education on hold.
SOCIAL MEDIA GROUP PAGE
FB, IG & Twitter @herblessons
Why JOIN Team Blessons?
At Blessons, our goal is that no woman should have to give up on completing her higher education due to challenging life lessons.
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. Team Blessons Participants are using their own race entries FOR GOOD and may choose their own fundraising minimum goal. To learn more about the important work your efforts will support, click here.
TEAM SPORTS FOR A CAUSE ANYONE?
Our FIRST Charity Ragnar Chicago Team raised over $4,000 IN 2017!
200 miles, 36 leg relay race,12 runners, 2 vans & 1 mission........to provide free mentorship, monthly workshops for all women, including scholarships for women who are disadvantaged, low income, 25 years or older and had their higher education put on hold due to challenging life lessons such as; cancer, mental illnesses, physical or emotional abuse or who are first generation female immigrants.
Not running the Bank of America Shamrock Shuffle 8k or the Bank of America Chicago Marathon? Our charity receives a donation for providing volunteers at the AID STATIONS!!! ALL GROUP SIZES AND INDIVIDUALS ARE WELCOME TO VOLUNTEER!!!
Questions?
Please email us at info@blessons.org
For donations of in-kind, or to discuss other giving options, please email info@blessons.org. All donations to Blessons, NFP, a 501(c)(3) charitable organization EIN #81-3326940, are tax deductible as allowed by law.
