Girl Scouts of Greater Chicago and Northwest Indiana is incredibly proud to be a charity partner of the Bank of America Chicago Marathon. The Chicago Marathon is one of six Abbott World Marathon Majors and an experience of a lifetime. Each year, runners from 50 states and more than 100 countries run through 27 Chicago neighborhoods on a flat and fast course that starts and finishes in Grant Park.
Girl Scouts GCNWI is honored to compile a team each year to complete 26.2 miles around the city. The best part is — our runners work hard to raise funds that help to empower more than 25,000 girls in our council.
A special shout-out to our 2022 Chicago Marathon runners; you fought through the muscle aches and fatigue and proved just how strong and resilient you can be.
Take a look at what some of our Girl Scout Go-Getters said was the best part about running the Chicago Marathon.
Experiencing 26.2 miles in a brand-new city — and supporting an incredible organization.
– Aliza Anderson
Finishing it! Honestly, the Chicago Endurance Sports community, the training, and the GSGCNWI support. It was incredible to feel the energy and cheerleading going into the race that morning – and on the course!
– Jessica Wetmore
The community. The city of Chicago turns out for the marathon, and you feel the love and support along the entire course. I was so moved by the support from people I knew and strangers who gave their everything to cheer everyone on! Also, the community I built through the summer in my training program. I made some great friends who kept me going week after week!
-Alaina Greene
“I am a Girl Scout alumnus, volunteer, troop leader, and lifetime member. I wanted to support Girl Scouts GCNWI and bring awareness to all the amazing things they do.”
-Katie Zabielski
Do you want to join the Girl Scout Go-Getter Team for the 2023 Bank of America Chicago Marathon?
We are now accepting applications for the 2023 Bank of America Chicago Marathon, which will take place on October 8, 2023. SPACE IS LIMITED – don’t wait to apply!
Apply to run the 2023 Chicago Marathon with us »
The fundraising minimum is $1,250 prior to November 16! After November 16, the required fundraising amount is $1,750.
We will provide you with a personalized fundraising page and be with you every step in raising funds and running miles for the Girl Scouts!
When you run with the Girl Scout Go-Getters, you will receive the following:
- Guaranteed entry into the 2023 Bank of America Chicago Marathon
- Free virtual and in-person training options with Chicago Endurance Sports
- Official Girl Scout Go-Getters team running shirt and running belt
- Customizable fundraising page to help reach and surpass your goal
- Access to all team events (kick-off meeting, pasta party, and other events decided by team)
- Free access to Race Day Resort on race day (located next to the start line with food, drinks, and indoor restrooms)
If you have any questions or need more information, contact Holly Johnson at 312-912-6329 or hjohnson@girlscoutsgcnwi.org.