RBC Race for the Kids at Comer Children's Hospital

Sunday, October 15, 2023 Past event
11:40 AM CDT
Chicago, Illinois

Event summary

Join us for the vibrant RBC Race for the Kids at Comer Children's Hospital on Sunday, October 15, 2023, in the beautiful Hyde Park area of Chicago, Cook County! This exciting event features a 5K run and family walk, bringing the community together to raise crucial funds for groundbreaking research and patient care programs aimed at tackling childhood illnesses.

Last year, participants exceeded fundraising goals, and we're aiming to do it again this year! Your participation will directly support vital research initiatives, including studies on cardiovascular disease, cataracts, and health disparities among children. Additionally, proceeds will enhance child life programs, such as music therapy, providing a safe and expressive outlet for kids in care. Whether you're running, walking, or cheering from the sidelines, come and make a difference in the lives of children on October 15. Sign up and help us take meaningful steps toward saving kids' lives!

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5K RUN/FAMILY WALK TO FUNDRAISE FOR COMER CHILDREN'S ON SUNDAY, OCTOBER 6 AT THE UNIVERSITY OF CHICAGO HYDE PARK CAMPUS.



Join us for our annual RBC Race for the Kids at Comer Children's Hospital. Last year, we exceeded our goal. Lets do it again this year!



We need your help to raise funds for groundbreaking research to tackle childhood illnesses and patient care programs for kids in the hospital.



Proceeds from the race have supported research projects underway such as studies on improving outcomes of cardiovascular disease, cataracts, health disparities among children of color, and liver disease.



The race will also fund child life programs like music therapy that offer a safe environment for children to express themselves while receiving care.



Participate in a 5K Walk, Run, Kids Mile, or Kids Dash in beautiful Hyde Park on Oct 6, 2024. Sign up and fundraise today!



Take the next steps toward saving kids' lives.

Location

University of Chicago Main Quadrangle, 1100 E. 58th Street, Chicago, 60637, IL, United States

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