2022 Elmhurst Aruna Run

Elmhurst Aruna Run
#RUNforherfreedom

Aruna is an international human rights non-profit dedicated to creating lifelong freedom for survivors of human trafficking. The Aruna Run Race Series is the catalyst of the freedom process with 100% of registration fees and additional donations going to help free enslaved women. So grab some friends, lace up your shoes, and let's run together for her freedom!

We know there are a lot of local 5Ks to choose from that benefit great causes. So why should you register for the Elmhurst Aruna Run?

• Direct impact. 100% of registration fees and additional donations go towards the Aruna Project's mission of freeing, employing, and empowering survivors of human trafficking. Our fundraising goal this year is $3,000. Race expenses are covered by the generosity of local business sponsors.
• Run for Her. You run or walk for an enslaved woman by name - a woman we personally know and are actively working to free. You'll select her name, write on your race bib, and you will literally run to help bring her freedom.
• Race swag crafted in freedom. Race swag items are hand-made by our Artisans, freed, in part, thanks to funds raised in previous Aruna Runs.

Together, we can provide these brave women with the opportunity to create their own bright new futures. Join the fight against human trafficking by registering today.

Event Details

Date: June 25, 2022

Location: Wild Meadows Trace 511 S. York St., Elmhurst, IL 60126. The starting line is at the intersection of York St. and the Prairie Path.

Events: 5K

Race Experience:

• We are planning for a live, in-person race experience
• Additional donations encouraged

Race Swag (included in registration fee):

• Athletic drawstring backpack (made by Aruna Artisans)
• Finisher medal for all who complete the 5K
• Signature race t-shirt
• Custom race bib --you will run for her freedom!

Start Times:

• 7:30 a.m. - Packet pick-up and walk up registration open
• 8:30 a.m. - 5K starts

Registration Fees: 100% of fee goes to free, employ, and empower women

• April 26th - May 15th - $30
• May 16th - June 24th - $35
• June 25th (Registration at the event) - $40

Team Competition: You have the chance to win four (4) tickets to the Chris Stapleton concert at Wrigley Field when you sign up as a team! Details below.

Packet Pick-Up Options:

• June 22 & June 23: 5:00-7:00 p.m. @ Brewpoint Founders Location (124 W. Park Avenue, Elmhurst, IL)
• June 25 at the race: Opens at 7:30 a.m. @ Wild Meadows Trace (511 S. York St., Elmhurst, IL 60126)

Registration Deadline: Register online until June 24th at 11:59 p.m. In-person registration is available starting at 7:30 AM race morning.

Race Host: The Elmhurst Aruna Run is put on by volunteer Race Traci Smith and her team. Contact Traci at Traci.Smith@kantar.com or 708-945-6062.

Race Swag

The Athletic Drawstring Backpacks are hand-made by Aruna Artisans, freed and employed in our Freedom Business thanks to funds raised in previous Aruna Runs.