I’m Here for the Food (Pantry) 5k
- Date Sat 26th September 2026
- Time 8:00AM CDT
- Location Elk Grove Village, Illinois
- Price $20.49 - $38.99
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km
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Event summary
Get ready for a fantastic day of fun, fitness, and community spirit at the "I’m Here for the Food (Pantry) 5K" taking place on Saturday, September 26, 2026, at Busse Woods (Grove #32) in Elk Grove Village, Cook. This family-friendly event kicks off at 8 a.m. and promises not only a chip-timed 5K run or walk but also a delightful untimed children's race, ensuring that participants of all ages can join in the excitement!
All proceeds from the race will benefit the Christus Victor Lutheran Church Food Pantry, which serves over 60 families each week, providing essential food and personal care items. After the race, enjoy a lively cookout with delicious food and music from a DJ, making it a perfect day for families and friends to come together for a great cause. Don’t forget to bring along any non-perishable food donations to support the pantry's efforts. With special family pricing and fun activities for the kids, this event is a wonderful way to get active while giving back to the community. Mark your calendars and be part of this uplifting day!
All proceeds from the race will benefit the Christus Victor Lutheran Church Food Pantry, which serves over 60 families each week, providing essential food and personal care items. After the race, enjoy a lively cookout with delicious food and music from a DJ, making it a perfect day for families and friends to come together for a great cause. Don’t forget to bring along any non-perishable food donations to support the pantry's efforts. With special family pricing and fun activities for the kids, this event is a wonderful way to get active while giving back to the community. Mark your calendars and be part of this uplifting day!
Organiser's Description
JOIN US FOR A FAMILY-FRIENDLY 5K RACE AND FUN RUN/WALK!
Mark your calendar for Saturday, September 26, 2026 at 8 a.m. at Busse Woods (Grove #32) for a great cause!
The Christus Victor Lutheran Church Food Pantry supports over 60 families each week who come in to shop for free. In addition to offering nonperishable and perishable food items, we also offer personal care products and hats and gloves in the winter. This funds raised from this event will support our food pantry!
This event is open to the community and will be a family-friendly event. There will be a DJ and a cookout with delicious food to follow! In addition to a chip-timed 5K run or walk, there will be activities for the children and an untimed (free) childrens race. There will also be a box to collect food donations!
A raffle to support the food pantry will also be held on Sunday, Sep. 27 at Christus Victor Lutheran Church, if you are interested in winning fun prizes!
- Registration for 5K participants includes a t-shirt.
- Nonparticipants may purchase a t-shirt for an additional $8, added to their $17 registration.
- *Family discount* - $100 for family of four! Click "Sign Up" and scroll down to Multi-Person Pricing and select "Family of 4."
PACKET PICK-UP: Packet pick-up will be offered:
* Xtra Mile Running in Schaumburg on Sep. 25 from 4-6 p.m. (31 W. Schaumburg Rd., Schaumburg, IL 60194)
* Morning of race day at Busse Woods (Grove #32), starting at 7 a.m.
Mark your calendar for Saturday, September 26, 2026 at 8 a.m. at Busse Woods (Grove #32) for a great cause!
The Christus Victor Lutheran Church Food Pantry supports over 60 families each week who come in to shop for free. In addition to offering nonperishable and perishable food items, we also offer personal care products and hats and gloves in the winter. This funds raised from this event will support our food pantry!
This event is open to the community and will be a family-friendly event. There will be a DJ and a cookout with delicious food to follow! In addition to a chip-timed 5K run or walk, there will be activities for the children and an untimed (free) childrens race. There will also be a box to collect food donations!
A raffle to support the food pantry will also be held on Sunday, Sep. 27 at Christus Victor Lutheran Church, if you are interested in winning fun prizes!
- Registration for 5K participants includes a t-shirt.
- Nonparticipants may purchase a t-shirt for an additional $8, added to their $17 registration.
- *Family discount* - $100 for family of four! Click "Sign Up" and scroll down to Multi-Person Pricing and select "Family of 4."
PACKET PICK-UP: Packet pick-up will be offered:
* Xtra Mile Running in Schaumburg on Sep. 25 from 4-6 p.m. (31 W. Schaumburg Rd., Schaumburg, IL 60194)
* Morning of race day at Busse Woods (Grove #32), starting at 7 a.m.
Races
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5k Participant
Incl. $3.99 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 26th September 2026 (8:00AM CDT)
$38.99
Christus Victor Lutheran Church is proud to support over 60 families each week who come in to "shop" for free at our food pantry. After race expenses, all the remaining funds will go to the food pantry and church. Thank you for supporting a great cause! -
I'm JUST Here for the Food (Not Participating in 5K)
Incl. $3.49 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 26th September 2026 (8:00AM CDT)
$20.49
If you would like to support the Christus Victor Food Pantry but aren't up for participating in the 5K, we'd still love to have you partake in the cookout, cheer on our runners, and enjoy a day filled with community!
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