Apna Ghar's Bank of America Chicago Marathon Team
Sunday, October 8, 2023 

Secure Your Spot by March 31, 2023!

Apna Ghar is a registered charity partner for the 2023 Bank of America Chicago Marathon. 

​We invite interested participants to complete our Interest Form and waiver. Participants' minimum fundraising goal is $1,750 by December 31, 2023. 

For more details please contact, Apna Ghar's development manager Uneza Akhtar at 224 636 2858 or by email [email protected] 

Funds raised by the 2023 Team Apna Ghar will ensure that we can continue to provide critical, comprehensive, culturally-competent services, and conduct outreach and advocacy across communities to end gender violence.  To learn more about our programs, click here. 

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​Apna Ghar Marathon team members  will -

1. Be guaranteed entry into the 2023 Bank of America Chicago Marathon
2. Receive FREE Group training from Chicago Area Runners Association (CARA)
3. Receive a VIP experience on the day of the marathon at Palmer House Hilton
4. Have gear check by CARA volunteers
5. Have convenient access to washroom 
6. Receive pre and post race refreshments
7. Have access to physical therapy 
8. Connect with Apna Ghar marathon team members
9. Receive Apna Ghar gear and accessories
10. Receive support from Apna Ghar for your fundraising efforts 
11. Have the opportunity to enroll in  Chicago Area Runners Association (CARA) Training to include  ​

•     18-week training plan with five options (Novice, Novice II, Intermediate, Advanced, and Run/Walk)
•     Weekly training newsletter, and video guided marathon tailored strength training plan
•     Group training long Runs (Group Training Only)
•     Coach led track workouts (Group Training Only)
•     Hydration support at training runs, including water and Gatorade Endurance
•     Ready to Run 20 Miler entry included (Group and Virtual local training options only)
•     Access to Rush Physical Therapy Injury Hotlines

We look forward to your participation!

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