*** Bank of America Chicago Marathon's registration closed in record time this year. After starting Feb. 1st, it ended Feb 5th, in just 5 days!! Unfortunately, we have no post-close spots this year. If you have already registered for the Chicago Marathon, we'd love to have you join our team! Email me at carrie@familyempower.org. Those that haven't registered can spread the word by joining us on facebook and using your voice.*** 

Running a marathon takes great determination and discipline. Running a non-profit organization in times like these requires more resources to meet the escalating needs that are facing today’s families especially in poorer urban contexts like ours.

We are bringing these two things together with our own Marathon Team believing that when you run with the purpose of supporting a charity you are more determined to succeed in your preparation for running. While at the same time the non-profit, in this case Family Empowerment Centers, can more effectively care for the needs of those we service.

Take some time to read through our website and the pages associated with our Marathon Team and if you decide you want to run for a quality charity in the Chicago Marathon or other race, and help us accomplish our mission than go to our Registration page and begin following the steps outlined.