Roderick's Fundraising Page for Special Children's Charities!

Help me raise funds for this incredible organization and to run the Chicago Marathon in 2026!

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!

How Much More To Go...

$2,443.82

achieved

$2,500.00

goal

of your goal reached

My Supporters

  • Connor Kjer 6 days ago $52.50
  • Sherry Chiu Good luck Rod! Have the best run in Chicago! 1 week ago $90.00
  • Lena Thixton You’ve worked so hard for this, and I know you’re going to crush it. Best of luck 2 weeks ago $50.00
  • Hayden Phuong CHARGE! 2 weeks ago $27.82
  • Laura Perez 3 weeks ago $52.50
  • Landon Hodge Thanks for being such a great pace leader. Have an amazing marathon! 4 weeks ago $105.00
  • Stacy Stephenson Last month $105.00
  • Anonymous January 2026 $105.00
  • Rosemary Hall 4 weeks ago $100.00
  • Mark Rybczyk Good luck on your upcoming race! Few Chicago runners know how challenging it is to train during the Dallas summers! Congrats on your dedication and perseverance. Your running friend Mark June 2026 $100.00