Help Me Make a Difference with Special Children’s Charities

I’m running the Chicago Marathon as part of #TeamSCC to support Special Children’s Charities, an amazing organization that empowers children and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities all across Chicago. Since 1969, SCC has been creating opportunities for inclusion through sports, arts, and community programs. Every dollar you donate helps bring joy, confidence, and a sense of belonging to thousands of individuals who deserve to shine. Help me make every mile count—for inclusion, for joy, and for a more accessible Chicago. Thank you so much for your support!

Why I'm running for #TeamSCC

Since 1969, Special Children’s Charities has been the driving force behind inclusion and empowerment for children and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities throughout Chicago. 

Special Children’s Charities aims to transcend boundaries and redefine possibilities by serving as a symbol of empowerment and inclusivity within both the disability community and the City of Chicago.

The spirit of accomplishment, inclusion, and joy that are part of the marathon experience are what we strive to provide for thousands of our participants in all 77 Chicago neighborhoods. With your help, we are creating a more inclusive Chicago–one mile at a time.

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!

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My Supporters

  • Dao Cai Excelente iniciativa mi Marce!!! Vamos con todo !  September 2025 $52.50
  • Jessica Huser Vamos Marcela!! You’re incredible!! September 2025
  • Mikeala Lamb-Hall September 2025
  • Martin Cilloniz September 2025
  • Craig Brammer September 2025
  • Patrick Pelster August 2025 $200.00
  • Brian Wile September 2025 $105.00
  • Beatriz Ramacciotti August 2025 $105.00
  • Theresa Wolters You’ve got this Marcela!!! Will be cheering you on! August 2025 $105.00
  • Dao Cai Excelente iniciativa mi Marce!!! Vamos con todo !  September 2025 $52.50