Chicago Marathon: Run for Childhood Cancer Awareness

Join Team Cal and train with an amazing group of runners with great benefits and help kids fighting cancer.

Due to an overwhelming response, Team Cal is currently waitlisted for the 2025 Chicago Marathon. Please contact megan@calsangels.org with any questions. Thank you for your incredible enthusiasm to join our team!

If you would still like to run for pediatric cancer with Cal's Angels, please consider joining our team of runners participating in the Fox Valley 1/2 Marathon, 20 Miler, or Full Marathon!

What is Team CAL?

Team Cal is a Cal’s Angels Athlete Ambassador program for anyone who wants to help kids fighting cancer! Whether you want to run a marathon, a half-marathon, host a local event, compete in a cycling event or triathlon, or aim to go from couch to 5K, this is the right place for you. Whatever you choose to do, your efforts will help grant wishes and provide financial support to children and families fighting pediatric cancer.

Interested in joining or want more information? Contact Megan@calsangels.org.

2025 Runner Benefits:

• Guaranteed race entry with $2,100 minimum fundraising commitment
• CARA training program
• Articles, support, and tips about training
• Dedicated staff in contact with you to support your journey and help you reach your goals
• Race day support
• Team CAL Apparel 
• Personalized fundraising page through Haku
• Fundraising tips & guidance from the Cal’s Angels team
• Team engagement opportunities
• Run in honor or memory of a Cal’s Angels child
• The satisfaction of running to help kids fighting cancer – raising $3,000 grants an entire families wish!