Angels Against Abuse 5K Walk/Run
- Date Sat 3rd October 2026
- Time 9:00AM CDT
- Location Romeoville, Illinois
- Price $38.99
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Join us for the 15th Annual Angels Against Abuse 5K Walk/Run on Saturday, October 3, 2026, in Romeoville, Illinois! This uplifting event, hosted at Lewis University’s Flight Deck on the North Campus, aims to raise awareness and funds to combat domestic violence, with proceeds benefiting families and children impacted by this critical issue. Lace up your running shoes for the 5K race, which kicks off at 9:30 AM, following registration beginning at 8:30 AM.
Whether you choose to walk or run, this pet-friendly and stroller-friendly event promises a day filled with fun activities, refreshments, and exciting raffles and prizes. With early bird registration starting at just $35 for general participants and free entry for students until September 15, 2025, there’s no better way to get involved and support a great cause. Gather your friends, family, or team, and be part of a community dedicated to making a difference. Don't miss out on this inspiring opportunity to promote healing and hope!
Whether you choose to walk or run, this pet-friendly and stroller-friendly event promises a day filled with fun activities, refreshments, and exciting raffles and prizes. With early bird registration starting at just $35 for general participants and free entry for students until September 15, 2025, there’s no better way to get involved and support a great cause. Gather your friends, family, or team, and be part of a community dedicated to making a difference. Don't miss out on this inspiring opportunity to promote healing and hope!
Organiser's Description
_THE 15TH ANNUAL ANGELS AGAINST ABUSE 5K WALK/RUN FUNDRAISER TO END DOMESTIC VIOLENCE. _
_Hosted by and benefiting Guardian Angel Community Services Programs: Groundwork & Suzy's Caring Place_
RACE LOCATION:
* LEWIS UNIVERSITY-ROMEOVILLE, FLIGHT DECK IN ST. CHARLES BORROMEO - NORTH CAMPUS
* 101 AIRPORT ROAD ROMEOVILLE, ILLINOIS
* CLICK HERE FOR MAP [https://maps.app.goo.gl/rWeC5kMRRVgqWu6R9]
RACE DETAILS:
* 8:30AM-REGISTRATION AND CHECK-IN
* 9:30AM-5K BEGINS
REGISTRATION:
* GENERAL REGISTRATION: REGISTER BY 9/15/2025 FOR EARLY BIRD PRICING: $35 *AFTER 9/15/2025 PRICE INCREASES TO $45
* STUDENT REGISTRATION: FREE REGISTRATION FOR STUDENTS THROUGH 9/15/2025 *AFTER 9/15/2025 PRICE INCREASES TO $10
* *DISCOUNTS AVAILABLE FOR GROUPS/TEAMS. EMAIL JGUINEY@GACSPROGRAMS.ORG FOR MORE INFORMATION.
OTHER DETAILS:
* OPTION TO WALK OR RUN
* PET FRIENDLY EVENT
* STROLLER FRIENDLY EVENT
* RAFFLES/PRIZES
* FUN ACTIVITIES
* REFRESHMENTS
* SUPPORT A GREAT CAUSE!
Click Here for Printable Flyer [https://6e19a17c-ca86-4a89-a6b2-1d50ee47791f.usrfiles.com/ugd/6e19a1_66c0d4809558488f9c84513f9a0e30b4.pdf]
Click Here for Sponsorship Opportunities [https://static.wixstatic.com/media/6e19a1_61e4982604964b1cb96b216f39eea0f7~mv2.png]
Click Here to Learn More about the Groundwork Program at Guardian Angel Community Services [http://www.gacsprograms.org/groundwork/]
Click Here to Learn More about the Suzy's Caring Place: Transitional Living Program at Guardian Angel Community Services [http://www.gacsprograms.org/scp]
Click Here to Follow us on Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/GACSPROGRAMS/]| Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/gacsprograms/?hl=en]
Website: www.gacsprograms.org [http://www.gacsprograms.org]
Professionally timed by J3 Timing [http://www.j3timing.com]
_PROCEEDS BENEFIT FAMILIES AND CHILDREN IMPACTED BY DOMESTIC VIOLENCE IN OUR COMMUNITY. _
QUESTIONS: Jenny, Program Manager, Groundwork Domestic Violence Program at jguiney@gacsprograms.org
_Hosted by and benefiting Guardian Angel Community Services Programs: Groundwork & Suzy's Caring Place_
RACE LOCATION:
* LEWIS UNIVERSITY-ROMEOVILLE, FLIGHT DECK IN ST. CHARLES BORROMEO - NORTH CAMPUS
* 101 AIRPORT ROAD ROMEOVILLE, ILLINOIS
* CLICK HERE FOR MAP [https://maps.app.goo.gl/rWeC5kMRRVgqWu6R9]
RACE DETAILS:
* 8:30AM-REGISTRATION AND CHECK-IN
* 9:30AM-5K BEGINS
REGISTRATION:
* GENERAL REGISTRATION: REGISTER BY 9/15/2025 FOR EARLY BIRD PRICING: $35 *AFTER 9/15/2025 PRICE INCREASES TO $45
* STUDENT REGISTRATION: FREE REGISTRATION FOR STUDENTS THROUGH 9/15/2025 *AFTER 9/15/2025 PRICE INCREASES TO $10
* *DISCOUNTS AVAILABLE FOR GROUPS/TEAMS. EMAIL JGUINEY@GACSPROGRAMS.ORG FOR MORE INFORMATION.
OTHER DETAILS:
* OPTION TO WALK OR RUN
* PET FRIENDLY EVENT
* STROLLER FRIENDLY EVENT
* RAFFLES/PRIZES
* FUN ACTIVITIES
* REFRESHMENTS
* SUPPORT A GREAT CAUSE!
Click Here for Printable Flyer [https://6e19a17c-ca86-4a89-a6b2-1d50ee47791f.usrfiles.com/ugd/6e19a1_66c0d4809558488f9c84513f9a0e30b4.pdf]
Click Here for Sponsorship Opportunities [https://static.wixstatic.com/media/6e19a1_61e4982604964b1cb96b216f39eea0f7~mv2.png]
Click Here to Learn More about the Groundwork Program at Guardian Angel Community Services [http://www.gacsprograms.org/groundwork/]
Click Here to Learn More about the Suzy's Caring Place: Transitional Living Program at Guardian Angel Community Services [http://www.gacsprograms.org/scp]
Click Here to Follow us on Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/GACSPROGRAMS/]| Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/gacsprograms/?hl=en]
Website: www.gacsprograms.org [http://www.gacsprograms.org]
Professionally timed by J3 Timing [http://www.j3timing.com]
_PROCEEDS BENEFIT FAMILIES AND CHILDREN IMPACTED BY DOMESTIC VIOLENCE IN OUR COMMUNITY. _
QUESTIONS: Jenny, Program Manager, Groundwork Domestic Violence Program at jguiney@gacsprograms.org
Races
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Angel Against Abuse 5K Walk/Run
Incl. $3.99 Fee
Sat 3rd October 2026 (9:00AM CDT)
$38.99
OPENS 23 JUN
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