Our Charities

Since inception in 2001, the Run for the Kids has donated over $265,000 to foundations and organizations dedicated to helping children. Whether it be pediatric burn prevention; children living and coping with terminal illness or injury; or simply assisting the families of these children so that all may have a better life, we are grateful for our ability to help others.

The 2009 recipients include:

The Illinois Fire Safety Alliance
-Camp I Am Me

The Chicago Fire Department
-Survive Alive House

Children's Memorial Hospital Foundation
-Injury Free Coalition for Kids Safe at Home

Children's Oncology Services, Inc.
-One-Step-At-A-Time Summer Camp

Jane Addams Resource Corp.


Bear Necessities Cancer Foundation

Shady Oaks