Lace Up for Minds Matter Chicago's Homecoming 5K
We're excited to announce the upcoming Minds Matter Chicago Homecoming 5K Run/Walk! Whether you walk, run, or support from the sidelines, your participation directly impacts our mission to empower underserved students as they strive for college success.
Every step you take and every registration helps us raise funds for summer programs, test prep, and mentorship sessions crucial to our mentees' journeys. Register solo or gather a team of four to help us meet our $40,000 fundraising goal.
Your support, whether through participation or donation, is invaluable in making college dreams a reality for our students. Thank you for your ongoing support and commitment to our community's bright future. We look forward to seeing you there!
Show off Your Spirit
We encourage participants and teams to dress up for homecoming! Show off your spirit with your favorite college gear, football apparel, and/or prom attire.
Homecoming 5k 2024 Leaderboard
- 1 Anthony Chukumba $2,783.78 raised
- 2 Zach Ozog $1,854.26 raised
- 3 Michael Bush $1,725.00 raised
- 4 Matt Talarico $1,345.00 raised
- 5 Rupa Ramadurai $1,310.00 raised
- 1 Tarina's Steppers $2,348.00 raised
- 2 Souter's Striders $2,224.50 raised
- 3 Zoggers Joggers $2,059.26 raised
- 4 Dashing with Diana $1,488.25 raised
- 5 Lauren and Grezlik, Krantz and Associates $1,049.00 raised
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1 Megan Shattuck $1,000.00
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2 Tarina Williams $735.00
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3 Windy City Wellness, SC $500.00
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4 Anne Mansfield $500.00
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5 Jayanthi and Raghu Ramadurai $500.00
About MMC
As a 501(c)(3) non-profit, Minds Matter Chicago relies on the generous support of our donors. On average, Minds Matter pays $7,000-9,000 to send each mentee through our program - every dollar we raise brings these students closer to acheiving their dream of attending college. We hope you'll consider supporting our incredible, deserving mentees!
Learn more about our organization and volunteering opportunities at
Your Generous Contributions Go Towards
- Summer Programs
- Test Prep
- Saturday Mentorship Sessions