Seventh Annual "Do It Yourself" 5K Walk/Run
- Date Sat 7th November 2026 - Sun 15th November 2026
- Location Virtual Event
- Price $27.50 - $186.50
- Races 3 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready for an exciting week of fitness and community spirit at the Seventh Annual "Do It Yourself" 5K Walk/Run, taking place from Saturday, November 7 to Sunday, November 15, 2026, in vibrant Chicago, Cook County. This unique event, organized by the Blessings in a Backpack Chicago Chapter, offers participants the flexibility to walk or run at their own pace and in their own locations, making it accessible for everyone, whether you're a seasoned runner or a casual walker.
By taking part in this engaging event, you'll be supporting an incredible cause that helps feed 6,000 food-insecure children every weekend across Chicago. With registration options available for students at just $25, adults for $75, and family packages for up to five members at $175, there’s an opportunity for everyone to get involved. Don’t miss your chance to make a difference while enjoying a fun and fulfilling experience! Register now and be part of a community-driven effort to combat childhood hunger while earning your very own commemorative T-shirt. Join the movement and make your miles matter!
By taking part in this engaging event, you'll be supporting an incredible cause that helps feed 6,000 food-insecure children every weekend across Chicago. With registration options available for students at just $25, adults for $75, and family packages for up to five members at $175, there’s an opportunity for everyone to get involved. Don’t miss your chance to make a difference while enjoying a fun and fulfilling experience! Register now and be part of a community-driven effort to combat childhood hunger while earning your very own commemorative T-shirt. Join the movement and make your miles matter!
Organiser's Description
THE BLESSINGS IN A BACKPACK CHICAGO CHAPTER PRESENTS THE SEVENTH ANNUAL "DO IT YOURSELF" 5K WALK/RUN!
Blessings in a Backpack mobilizes communities, individuals, and resources to provide food on the weekends for elementary school children across America who might otherwise go hungry. Chicago Blessings currently feeds 6,000 kids each weekend, however, there are over 150,000 food-insecure kids throughout Chicagoland.
The race is a Do It Yourself 5k run/walk done on your own time, at your own pace, and in your own place. You can participate any time between Saturday, November 7, and Sunday, November 15. THOSE WHO REGISTERED BY OCTOBER 9 WILL RECEIVE THEIR T-SHIRT PRIOR TO THE RACE. WE WILL SHIP SHIRTS AFTER THE RACE TO EVERYONE WHO REGISTERS AFTER OCTOBER 10.
Registration prices:
* $25 for student (under 23)
* $75 for adult (23 and over)
* $175 for a family (up to five people in the same household)*
_*Family registrations should be made simultaneously to receive the registration discount. Shirts must be shipped to the same mailing address.
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For more information about the Chicago Chapter of Blessings in a Backpack, visit chicago.blessingsinabackpack.org [https://chicago.blessingsinabackpack.org/]
BE A TEAM CAPTAIN:
We encourage YOU to be a Team Captain and serve as a champion to spread the word and encourage friends and family to sign up and donate! We have teams forming on behalf of Chicagoland high schools, colleges, families, companies, and friend groups. Click here for step-by-step instructions for creating and inviting people to join your team. [https://chicago.blessingsinabackpack.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2025/07/Complete-Sign-up-Team-Captain-Instructions-2025.pdf]
SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE:
STARTING LINE SPONSOR: $1,000
* Logo on back of race t-shirt*
* T-shirts and entry for two
FINISH LINE SPONSOR: $5,000
* Logo on event web page
* Logo on electronic invitation
* Logo on back of race t-shirt*
* T-shirts and entry for 10
*For sponsors committed by October 2
To secure a sponsorship, set up a corporate team, or any other questions about the event please contact Dan Summins at: DanS@BlessingsinaBackpack.org
Blessings in a Backpack mobilizes communities, individuals, and resources to provide food on the weekends for elementary school children across America who might otherwise go hungry. Chicago Blessings currently feeds 6,000 kids each weekend, however, there are over 150,000 food-insecure kids throughout Chicagoland.
The race is a Do It Yourself 5k run/walk done on your own time, at your own pace, and in your own place. You can participate any time between Saturday, November 7, and Sunday, November 15. THOSE WHO REGISTERED BY OCTOBER 9 WILL RECEIVE THEIR T-SHIRT PRIOR TO THE RACE. WE WILL SHIP SHIRTS AFTER THE RACE TO EVERYONE WHO REGISTERS AFTER OCTOBER 10.
Registration prices:
* $25 for student (under 23)
* $75 for adult (23 and over)
* $175 for a family (up to five people in the same household)*
_*Family registrations should be made simultaneously to receive the registration discount. Shirts must be shipped to the same mailing address.
_
For more information about the Chicago Chapter of Blessings in a Backpack, visit chicago.blessingsinabackpack.org [https://chicago.blessingsinabackpack.org/]
BE A TEAM CAPTAIN:
We encourage YOU to be a Team Captain and serve as a champion to spread the word and encourage friends and family to sign up and donate! We have teams forming on behalf of Chicagoland high schools, colleges, families, companies, and friend groups. Click here for step-by-step instructions for creating and inviting people to join your team. [https://chicago.blessingsinabackpack.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2025/07/Complete-Sign-up-Team-Captain-Instructions-2025.pdf]
SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE:
STARTING LINE SPONSOR: $1,000
* Logo on back of race t-shirt*
* T-shirts and entry for two
FINISH LINE SPONSOR: $5,000
* Logo on event web page
* Logo on electronic invitation
* Logo on back of race t-shirt*
* T-shirts and entry for 10
*For sponsors committed by October 2
To secure a sponsorship, set up a corporate team, or any other questions about the event please contact Dan Summins at: DanS@BlessingsinaBackpack.org
Races
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Student
Incl. $2.50 Fee & T-Shirt
$27.50
OPENS 15 JUN(Under 23) -
Adult
Incl. $5.50 Fee & T-Shirt
$80.50
OPENS 15 JUN(23 and Over) -
Family
Incl. $11.50 Fee & T-Shirt
$186.50
OPENS 15 JUN
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