THURSDAY EVENING, JUNE 4TH, 2026

5:00 PM Charities with Booth Spaces Set-Up
6:00 PM Welcome, Warm-Up & Kids Sprint
6:30 PM Race Start

Join us for the RACE AGAINST GUN VIOLENCE (RAGV): a powerful celebration of the life-changing work of local community organizations and a chance for everyone who cares about ending gun violence to take meaningful action.

This is your opportunity to cultivate hope: run, walk, or sprint alongside others who share the vision of a community free from gun violence. Every step counts, and 100% of charitable contributions you raise go directly to your selected CHARITY PARTNER, supporting efforts to end gun violence where it matters most.

Heres how you can make an impact:

* PARTICIPATE in the 8K, 5K, 2-Mile Walk, or Kids for Peace Sprint.
* INVITE friends, family, and colleagues to join you or cheer you on!
* MOBILIZE YOUR NETWORKSask local businesses and community connections to support your chosen charity.

Spread the wordshare your story on social media using #RAGV2026 #StridesForPeace and inspire others to take part.

Together, we can bring resources, connections, and support to some of Chicagos most dedicated grassroots organizations exactly when they need it most. Every step, every dollar, every voice matters. Thank you for making Strides for Peace.

LEARN MORE ABOUT OUR INCREDIBLE CHARITY PARTNERS AND THEIR WORK TO END GUN VIOLENCE BY VISITING THE LINKS BELOW.