Angels Against Abuse 5K Walk/Run
- Date Sat 3rd October 2026
- Time 8:30AM CDT
- Location Romeoville, Illinois
- Price $38.99
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Join us for the 16th Annual Angels Against Abuse 5K Walk/Run on Saturday, October 3, 2026, in Romeoville, Illinois! This exciting event takes place at Lewis University, Flight Deck in St. Charles Borromeo - North Campus, and is dedicated to raising funds to combat domestic violence. The day kicks off with registration and check-in at 8:30 AM, followed by the 5K race starting at 9:30 AM.
Participants can choose to walk or run the 5K, making it a fun and inclusive event for everyone, including families with strollers and pets! Early bird registration is available until September 18, 2026, with general registration costing $35 and free for students. After this date, prices will increase, so be sure to secure your spot early. Enjoy raffles, prizes, and refreshments while supporting a vital cause that benefits families and children affected by domestic violence. Come out, have fun, and make a difference in your community!
Participants can choose to walk or run the 5K, making it a fun and inclusive event for everyone, including families with strollers and pets! Early bird registration is available until September 18, 2026, with general registration costing $35 and free for students. After this date, prices will increase, so be sure to secure your spot early. Enjoy raffles, prizes, and refreshments while supporting a vital cause that benefits families and children affected by domestic violence. Come out, have fun, and make a difference in your community!
Organiser's Description
_THE 16TH 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 9/18/2026 FOR EARLY BIRD PRICING: $35 *AFTER 9/18/2026 PRICE INCREASES TO $45
* STUDENT REGISTRATION: FREE REGISTRATION FOR STUDENTS THROUGH 9/18/2026 *AFTER 9/18/2026 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_37c34adc1227437f992560c67dae46e3.pdf]
Click Here for Sponsorship Opportunities [https://6e19a17c-ca86-4a89-a6b2-1d50ee47791f.usrfiles.com/ugd/6e19a1_3bc194640dec40cb89f4df8f24237698.pdf]
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 Guiney, 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 9/18/2026 FOR EARLY BIRD PRICING: $35 *AFTER 9/18/2026 PRICE INCREASES TO $45
* STUDENT REGISTRATION: FREE REGISTRATION FOR STUDENTS THROUGH 9/18/2026 *AFTER 9/18/2026 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_37c34adc1227437f992560c67dae46e3.pdf]
Click Here for Sponsorship Opportunities [https://6e19a17c-ca86-4a89-a6b2-1d50ee47791f.usrfiles.com/ugd/6e19a1_3bc194640dec40cb89f4df8f24237698.pdf]
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 Guiney, 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 (8:30AM CDT)
$38.99
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