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Fall Fun Run Video

2009-11-18T20:06:15Z

Chicago Run Fall Fun Run from Kevin Hartmann on Vimeo.

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Chicago Run - Fall Fun Run Recap

2009-11-09T21:00:27Z

CEO of Chicago Public Schools, Ron Huberman, addresses the children

On a beautiful warm and sunny Saturday, November 7th, Chicago Run hosted the 2009 Fall Fun Run to honor the 30 CPS schools involved in our programs. Over 1,500 students, teachers, and parents participated in this healthy and active event which was supported by LISC, Washington Park Consortium, Bank of America, Nike, World Sport Chicago, and the Pritzker Traubert Family Foundation.

The event featured Ron Huberman - CEO of Chicago Public Schools, Lil' Benny the Bull, juggling clowns, and U.S. Olympic athletes who led the kids in warm-up stretches before their big race!

Elite Mile Top 3 Finishers:

1st Place: Mamadou Ba, Jordan Community School - 6:30

2nd Place: Carlos Molina, Walsh Elementary School - 6:40

3rd Place: Julio Nunez, Jordan Community School - 6:43

From left to right: Bryan Traubert, Julio Nunez, Mamadou Ba, Carlos Molina, & Alicia Gonzalez

Media Coverage Included:

Extra News -

http://www.extranews.net/news.php?nid=5361

Medill News -

http://news.medill.northwestern.edu/chicago/news.aspx?id=145707

Check out the photographs below to see a replay of the day:

Photo Credits: Stephen Green/Sgreenphoto.com (1-31) and Beth Swanson (32-58)

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Chicago Run trains CPS students for November 7th Fun Run

2009-10-26T15:35:42Z

Chicago Run has been featured in Neighborhood Sports Chicago, a consortium of community-based organizations that offer athletic programs for children and young adults in underserved neighborhoods in Chicago. Please follow the link below to read the article:

ttp://www.neighborhoodsportschicago.org/display.aspx?pointer=9138

Chicago Run Receives a Grant for Program Evaluation

2009-10-22T19:38:27Z

In May 2009, the Consortium to Lower Obesity in Chicago Children (CLOCC), through funding by the Chicago Community Trust, awarded Chicago Run a $20,000 seed grant for an evaluation of its running programs in the Chicago Public Schools. The key researcher in the evaluation will be Dr. Kelly Lowry, a pediatric psychologist at Children's Memorial Hospital and Assistant Professor of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences at Northwestern University. The mission of CLOCC is to promote healthy lifestyles in Chicago children, obtain data-driven results of existing programs aimed at curbing childhood obesity, and support academic-community collaborations. Dr. Lowry will be evaluating three schools over the course of the 2009-2010 year. The evaluation will examine the following: physical activity impact (stamina, endurance, BMI), behavioral and psychological impact (self-esteem, attendance, behavior, attention span); and consumer satisfaction (students, teachers, and parents). The results of this evaluation will provide Chicago Run, its schools, and its funders with important information regarding the programs' efficacy and help Chicago Run further the development of its programs and increase funding opportunities. For more information regarding CLOCC, please visit their website at: www.clocc.net.

Health and Medicine Policy Group Awards Executive Director with Emerging Health Care Leader Award

2009-10-08T14:30:23Z

On October 2nd, the Health and Medicine Policy Group presented Alicia Gonzalez, the Executive Director of Chicago Run, with the 2009 Emerging Health Care Leader Award. Dr. Quentin Young, the Co-Founder and Chairman of the Health & Medicine Policy Group, presented the awards to all the winners at a beautiful reception in the West Loop. The Health and Medicine Policy Group was created 28 years ago as an independent, not-for-profit research and advocacy institute with a focus on health care for the poor and underserved in Illinois. For more information about this amazing organization and the other awardees, please visit their website at: www.hmprg.org

Warrior Dash supports Chicago Run!!

2009-09-27T20:26:02Z

On Saturday July 18th, participants lined up to challenge themselves in the Warrior Dash. All proceeds from the knife throwing area were donated to Chicago Run. Many thanks for Red Frog Events, the creators of the Warrior Dash and the Great Urban Race.

Warrior Dash is the ultimate event for thrill-seeking athletes. This running series is held on some of the nation's most demanding and unique terrain. Participants will conquer extreme obstacles and celebrate their feat with music, beer, warrior helmets and muddy shorts. For more information please visit www.warriordash.com.

Executive Director, Alicia Gonzalez, featured in Cafe Magazine

2009-09-04T20:33:12Z

Alicia Gonzalez, the Executive Director of Chicago Run, is featured in Cafe Magazine this month. To read the article, click on the link below.

http://cafemagazine.com/index.php/articles/84-0909/224-somos-alicia-gonzalez?q=alicia

Café Media is a Chicago-based multi-platform media company focused on providing culturally relevant content to English-dominant Hispanics designed to inform, inspire and entertain. Its media offerings include multiple platforms including e-newsletters, web, mobile and event driven activities.

Marathon Volunteers Needed!

2009-09-03T21:13:50Z

Chicago Run is looking for volunteers to help at our Bank of America Chicago Marathon Aid Station 15 at mile 20. On Sunday, October 11 volunteers will need to arrive at 6:00am and stay until 2:00pm. All volunteers receive a Nike Jacket from the marathon (see picture below). Jackets are first come first served. If you want a jacket come early! Lunch is not provided - please pack a bag lunch!

Volunteers will be utilized in the following areas:

Water Station
Gatorade Station
Registration
Clean-up
Crowd Control
Banana Station

In order to sign up, click on the link below, find "Aid Station 15/Walsh School" and enter the password: "aidstation15". This link also has information about what to expect and parking information.

If you have questions about volunteering, please contact Alicia Gonzalez at 312-451-8621 or via email at alicia@chicagorun.org.

Chicago Running Mates run in the Elvis is Alive 5k

2009-08-07T14:31:11Z

On Thursday, August 6th, 11 Chicago Running Mates raced thousands of other Chicagoans in the 12th Annual Elvis Is Alive 5K. The weather was warm, the sun was out, and Elvis was in the building! All of the athletes completed the 5k course and each one of them set new personal record times in the process. Prior to the run, the kids received new Nike shoes ensuring their advantage over the competition. Parents and family members also joined in on the fun as they joined us for the bus ride to the start line and cheered on their kids. It was a fantastic event and everyone had a blast! (Photos below)

Johncarlos Romero 26:48
John Neal (p) 26:49
Klarizza Peña 29:26
Kryztal Peña 29:26
Karen Moreno 33:08
Yoolim Kim (p) 33:09
Kassandra Muñoz 33:37
Josh Olmos 35:20
Krystal Muñoz 36:36
Anabelen Zuniga 37:00
Yanitza Roman 37:16
Alex Roman 37:18
Marni Kirschenbaum (p) 37:19
Bianca Magallon 38:21

(p) denotes Chicago Run pacer

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Chicago Run on the Chicago 2016 website!

2009-07-31T19:37:40Z

On Saturday, June 6^th Chicago Run hosted the 2^nd Annual 1 Mile Fun Run/Walk to honor the 21 CPS schools involved in our programs. Over 1,500 students, teachers, and parents participated in this healthy and active event which was supported by Bank of America, Aetna, Nike, Running Away, and the Pritzker Traubert Family Foundation. The event featured two U.S. Olympic athletes, William Scherr (wrestling) and Connie Moore (track and field), who led the kids in warm-up stretches before their big race!

http://www.chicago2016.org/our-plan/news/chicago-news/chicago-fun-run-athletes-give-back.aspx

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Running Mates head to the Lakefront

2009-07-31T15:26:08Z

On Thursday, July 30^th, the 12 kids of the Chicago Running Mates program enjoyed an exciting field trip to the lakefront. They ran about 3 miles in total along the path, running south of the Planetarium. Parents also joined in on the fun as they cheered on their kids. The workout culminated in a final sprint to the top of hill and at the end, the kids finished up the morning with some light and healthy snacks with their parents and Chicago Run staff.

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Chicago Run Fun Run - June 6, 2009

2009-06-08T17:27:15Z

On Saturday, June 6th, over 1,500 Chicago Public School students from 21 elementary schools participated in the 2nd Annual Chicago Run One Mile Fun Run at Douglas Park, sponsored by Bank of America, Aetna, and Nike. This annual event is a celebration of the more than 4,000 CPS students who participate in the Chicago Run programs which promote the health and wellness of Chicago children through innovative, engaging, and sustainable youth running programs. The event also included over 400 parents, school staff, and volunteers.

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Chicago Run Newsletter - Spring 2009

2009-06-02T14:21:35Z

Please take a look through our Spring of 2009 newsletter. Click on the image below to download the entire 4 page PDF file:

Chicago Run Executive Director Receives 35 Under 35 Leadership Award in the Chicago Metropolitan region

2009-05-18T21:00:25Z

Alicia Gonzalez, Executive Director of Chicago Run has been selected as one of the thirty-five individuals in the Chicago Region to receive the 35 Under 35 Leadership Award.

Initially conceived as a way to honor the Chicago Reporter's 35th anniversary, the 35 under 35 Leadership Awards are a natural extension of the leadership development work Community Renewal has carried out over the last 127 years. For decades, the organization has mentored and trained both individuals and organizations, many of whom have gone on to make a significant impact on the communities they serve.

Nominations were reviewed by a 10-person selection committee of corporate and nonprofit professionals who exemplify the leadership recognized with these awards. Several factors were considered when judging the nominees work:

The commitment to eliminating race and class barriers
An innovative approach
Impactful documented results in the community

The Award will be presented at a reception highlighting the honorees' contributions to the community on May 16, 2009, at DePaul's Egan Urban Center, l E. Jackson. Jonathan Fanton, president of The John D. and Catherine T. MacArthur Foundation will be the keynote speaker.

The thirty-five leaders come from diverse backgrounds and demonstrate a commitment to eliminating race and class barriers. The honorees were selected for their creativity, for their ability to build bridges and work across racial, ethnic and economic divides.

For the full list of winners and the complete story, please click here: http://www.communityrenewalsociety.org/events/index.php/item/35_under_35_Leadership_Awards_Recipients_Announced

Chicago Run Receives $50,000 Grant from Bank of America to Expand Youth Running Programs

2009-05-01T18:19:52Z



In the picture, from L to R: Alicia Gonzalez (CR Executive Director), Krish Mohip (CR Board Member), Julie Chavez (B of A Senior Vice President), Mays Chicago Run participants, Dr.Patricia McCann (Mays School Principal), Jenny Friedman (Chicago Run Site Coordinator/Teacher at Mays School), Carey Pinkowski (Chicago Marathon Executive Race Director), In back - B of A Associate Elite Marathoners

As part of Bank of America's continued commitment to running and community health initiatives, Chicago Run received a grant of $50,000 to expand its programming to more schools in underserved communities. On January 26, 2009, Bank of America representatives, including, Ms. Julie Chavez (Senior Vice President), presented the check to Chicago Run at the Benjamin Mays Academy in Englewood. As part of the presentation assembly, Bank of America Associate Elite Marathon Runners distributed incentives to the Chicago Run participants who have reached their mileage goals of 15 miles, 20 miles, and 26.2 miles thus far. Carey Pinkowski, Executive Race Director for the Chicago Marathon, also shared some words of wisdom regarding running and "going the distance". All 135 Mays Chicago Runners and their Chicago Run Coaches (Mays Teachers) were thrilled to reach their mileage goals to date and are anticipating the Spring running season and the 1-Mile Fun Run in June.