Dear Friends and Family,

I am thrilled to announce that I will be running the Chicago Marathon 2025 in support of a wonderful charity: Special Children's Charities. 

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 across all 77 Chicago neighborhoods.

As a mother, I understand the importance of nurturing and supporting our children, who are the future of our community. Working for Vitality has deepened my passion for promoting health and well-being, and I am committed to making a positive impact on the lives of these children.

Every step I take in this marathon is dedicated to helping these children reach their full potential. Your generous donations will enable Special Children's Charities to continue offering these vital programs, empowering children to thrive and succeed in ways they never thought possible.

Please join me in supporting this cause. Together, we can make a difference and help these children achieve their dreams. Your support means the world to me and to the countless children who will benefit from your kindness.

Thank you for being a part of this journey with me.

With gratitude,

Shilpa

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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!