DuPagePads is calling all walkers and runners, individuals and families to Participantsthe 14th Annual Run 4 Home on Saturday, September 15, 2018 at 8:00am, beginning at 703 West Liberty in Wheaton. This 10K and 5K CARA certified race and USATF certified course will appeal to serious runners, casual joggers and walkers. For those interested in a shorter route, a 1K walk will be available. Back by popular demand, the Kids Corner will feature games, prizes, face painting and more. 

 

Kids CornerA friendly competition will be held at this year’s race: the congregation that brings the most participants will receive a free ticket for each attendee to our Wake Up Your Spirit Breakfast on November 7, featuring Marcus Engel, professional speaker and author.

 

Following the race, attendees are invited to stay for music, refreshments and awards. These special recognitions include King/Queen of the Hill, Largest Participating Group, Top Fundraisers and more! Registration is available online at www.padsrun.org.

 

“We are incredibly thankful for our supporters. From our sponsors to Gamesattendees and volunteers, all funds raised make an impact on our mission. This year, we are thrilled to announce our Diamond Sponsors, Continental Motors of Naperville and JD Norman Industries, who have amazed us with their generosity,” said Carol Simler, DuPagePads President & CEO. 

 

In addition, other generous sponsors for DuPagePads Run 4 Home include: Exelon Generation, First Trust Portfolios, Invesco, Access Community Health Network, Chick-fil-A Wheaton, Jane Doyle, Mitchell Swaback Charities, Ostrander Construction, The Schulte Wealth Management Group of Benjamin F Edward & Co, Tuk Tuk Naperville, Advocate Good Samaritan Hospital, Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage Charitable Foundation, Daily Herald Media Group, DynaCom, Evergreen Bank Group, Executive Reality Group, Kindred Coffee Roasters, MedExpress Urgent Care, Naperville Running Company, Pro-Line Safety Products, Raising Cane’s and Jim and Kathy Schlesser.