Christmas Without Cancer invites you to join us for our 11th Annual 5K Run/Walk with in-person and virtual registration options.
Location: Klein (Circle) Park located at 9719 S. Homan Ave in Evergreen Park
Estimated Timeline: 8:30 am Opening Ceremony -- 9:00 am Race Kickoff -- 11:00 am Awards Ceremony
You can register online on our RunSignUp page starting now until Friday, September 12th (noon).
WANT TO PARTICIPATE?
Online registration is OPEN!
Please visit:
https://christmaswithoutcancer.org/5k/
EARLY BIRD REGISTRATION (available NOW until July 31st):
*Single Registration: $35
*Family Registration: $140 (Family registration limit: minimum 4, maximum 6)
*Use Discount Code: CWC2025 to save $5 off your registration
REGISTRATION (from August 1st until Race Day):
*Single Registration: $40
IN PERSON REGISTRATION (at the Hamilton B. Community Center in Evergreen Park during packet pickup):
*Wednesday, September 17th from 3 to 7pm
*Thursday, September 18th from 3 to 7pm
*Race Day (beginning at 7 am and ending promptly at 8:30 am inside the auditorium)
When you register, you'll receive a t-shirt (make sure to sign up before August 31st to guarantee your t-shirt; additional shirts will be available on a first-come, first-served basis for participants only), a medal, a certificate, and the choice of chip timing on a beautiful flat course.
TROPHIES/AWARDS
Announcements are set to start at approximately 11:00 am. Both female and male participants in these categories will be honored:
-Overall Best
-1-9 years old
-10-19 years old
-20-29 years old
-30-39 years old
-40-49 years old
-50-59 years old, and
-60+
***NEW THIS YEAR: Winners in the divisions mentioned above will also receive 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place pins. These will make a great addition to the medals that are passed out at the finish line.
Prizes will be awarded to the following:
-The individual fundraiser who raises the most will get a $250 VISA Gift Card.
-The team that raises the most funds will receive a $500 VISA Gift Card. (Enjoy a team lunch or dinner after the event! The prize will go to the team captain, who will decide how to use the gift card.)
-RETURNING THIS YEAR: The largest registered team will earn a $250 VISA Gift Card. (Celebrate with a team lunch or dinner after the event! The prize will be given to the team captain, who will have the discretion on how to use the gift card.)
-Remember to wear your favorite wacky Christmas outfit! Santa will be picking a few winners.
-Make your posters and bring your pictures! We love to see your reasons why.
WANT TO SPONSOR?
$2,500+ Diamond Ornament Sponsor
$1,000 Gold Ornament Sponsor
$500 Silver Ornament Sponsor
$250 Red Ornament Sponsor
$100 T-Shirt Sponsor
Reach out for a sponsorship packet today (
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WANT TO CREATE A TEAM?
Visit:
https://runsignup.com/RaceGroups/75291
Want to pay tribute to a loved one impacted by the devastation of cancer? Gather a team, invite your family and friends, raise funds, and participate in a run/walk in their honor!
WANT TO VOLUNTEER?
Visit:
https://runsignup.com/Race/Volunteer/IL/EvergreenPark/ChristmasWithoutCancer5kRunWalk
We are looking for volunteers to help make our event successful! Tasks may include serving as a race marshal, distributing water, setting up, and more. This is a FANTASTIC chance for our youth to earn service hours!
WANT TO DONATE?
Visit:
https://runsignup.com/Race/Donate/IL/EvergreenPark/ChristmasWithoutCancer5kRunWalk
Every dollar raised will aid a local family battling the challenges of cancer. This year, we have set an ambitious target of $50,000. Join us in exceeding it for the very first time!
WANT TO CREATE A FUNDRAISER?
Visit:
https://runsignup.com/Race/Donate/75291/BecomeFundraiser
You have the option to set up a personal fundraiser or even a team fundraiser. You are not required to fundraise, but our website does have everyone to create a link during the registration process.
***WE'RE THRILLED TO SHARE: Fundraising incentives are back this year! Start your own fundraiser via RunSignUp and earn some awesome SWAG! If you raise $250, you'll get a custom CWC Yeti. Raise $500, and you'll receive both a custom CWC Yeti and a $50 Starbucks gift card. Each participant can personalize their own fundraising page to share with family and friends.
***PRO TIP: Connect your fundraiser to Facebook for effortless campaigning!
A HUGE THANK YOU FOR SUPPORTING CHRISTMAS WITHOUT CANCER. OUR TEAM IS LOOKING FORWARD TO ANOTHER SUCCESSFUL YEAR.
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