I grew up playing sports and experienced firsthand the benefits of physical activity and the meaningful connections from participating in organized sports. With chapters across the United States, Special Olympics creates these connections through sports, in an inclusive, safe and uplifting enviroment.

Whether you are a participant or volunteer, you can feel the community support and camraderie fostered by Special Olympics! I have personally seen the positive impact Special Olympics has on individuals by making sports a more inclusive place. Several members of my family have participated in Special Olympics and I’ve seen the joy the organization brings to them and many others across the US.

Naturally, when I saw Team Special Olympics had spots open for the Chicago Marathon, I jumped to register. I am so excited to raise money for this organization that is near to my heart (and run 26.2 miles in the process.)

Team Special Olympics Chicago is a group of runners dedicated to supporting thousands of Chicagoans with intellectual and developmental disabilities, and I am proud to be a member of this team! If you would like to donate follow the link below.

Also, I am extremely grateful for any tips on running a marathon (first time marathon runner!) and how to survive training in NYC during the summer heat :) 

Thanks!

Carly

If you wish to make a donation via check, please send to the address below and they will credit the donation to my fundraising page. Please make sure to include my name (or the person you would like to support) in the memo section.

Please make all checks payable to Special Children's Charities.

Mail to: 
Special Children's Charities 
2 E. 8th St., Suite 2M
Chicago, IL 60605

Again, thank you for supporting the thousands of participants with intellectual and developmental disabilities in Chicago!

Your donation and support is immensely appreciated!