Record $36 Million Raised for Charity at 2024 Bank of America Chicago Marathon
- Editor
- Jan 28
- 2 min read
What's Happening: The Bank of America Chicago Marathon announced that participants in the 2024 event raised a record $36 million for local, national and global nonprofits through the event's official Charity Program. This brings the total raised since 2002 to over $358 million. Runners can still secure entry into the sold-out 2025 event by committing to fundraise for an official charity team.
The Key Moves:
2024 participants raised $36 million, the highest fundraising total in event history.
Since 2002, participants have raised more than $358 million through the event's official Charity Program.
Runners can secure entry to the sold-out 2025 event by committing to raise $2,100 for an official charity.
By The Numbers :
The Charity Program has grown from 14 charities and 1,674 runners in 2002 to 217 charities with over 17,000 runners expected in 2025.
Carl Allegretti became the event's top fundraiser, raising a record $277,491 for his 70th marathon.
The Chicago Marathon generates over $547 million in annual economic impact for the city.
Key Quotes:
"We're excited by the growth of the Charity Program and the commitment thousands of runners make each year to run and raise funds for nonprofits both in Chicago and around the world," said Executive Race Director Carey Pinkowski.
"The reason behind my marathons changed in 2007 when my oldest son was diagnosed with cancer and cured by Lurie's Children's Hospital. After that, I made the commitment to run for Lurie's and cancer research to give back," said Carl Allegretti.
"The funds raised by each runner allows the impact of the race to reach far beyond the finish line. We're excited to continue to grow this tradition and support the incredible work being done by so many organizations," added Pinkowski.
The Bottom Line: The Bank of America Chicago Marathon continues to be a powerful force for charitable fundraising, with the 2024 event setting a new record. The growth of the Charity Program since its inception in 2002 demonstrates the increasing commitment of runners to make their participation meaningful beyond personal achievement. As the 2025 event approaches, the opportunity for runners to secure entry through charity fundraising ensures this positive impact will continue to grow.
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