FOSTER THE FUTURE 2026
5K Run / 1K Family Walk
Join us on Saturday, May 16th for this chip-timed 5K
Deer Grove Forest Preserve East
1599 Pepper Tree Dr, Palatine, IL
7:30am: Registration Opens
8:30 am: 5k Walk/Run starts
8:45am: 1k Walk starts
9:45am: Awards Presentation
All registrations include event t-shirt and finisher medal.
Race Shirt/Size guarantee through registrations received by April 23, 2026
Online registration closes at 5pm on May 15.
On-site registrations will be accepted on race day.
Did you know that there are over 18,000 children experiencing foster care in Illinois- each one needing stability and connection. Thanks to supporters like you, Chicago Angels is making a difference for these children and the families who support them through our Love Box and Dare to Dream programs.
Registration fees
Prices are inclusive of mandatory charges, items, and fees
5K Run
Price changes in 6 days 5 hours-
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ClosedMar 10 – Mar 4
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$28.74
Early Bird Pricing
Mar 5 – Mar 15 -
Register for 5K Run$34.09
March 16 - April 15
Now registering Mar 16 – Apr 15 -
$44.79
April 15 - May 9
Apr 16 – May 9 -
$55.49
Race Week Pricing
May 10 – May 15
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1K Family Walk
Price changes in 6 days 5 hours-
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ClosedMar 10 – Mar 4
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$28.74
Early Bird Pricing
Mar 5 – Mar 15 -
Register for 1K Family Walk$34.09
March 16 - April 15
Now registering Mar 16 – Apr 15 -
$44.79
April 15 - May 9
Apr 16 – May 9 -
$55.49
Race Week Pricing
May 10 – May 15
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Sponsor a Mentor/Mentee Team!
Whether you are joining us for the 5K Run/1K Walk or not, you can make it possible for a mentor and mentee from our Dare to Dream program or a family in our Love Box program attend the event for free!
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Register for Sponsor a Mentor/Mentee Team!$66.18Mar 10 - May 15
Race Details
Race Day Registration and Packet Pick Up
7:30 AM On-site Registration and Packet Pickup
5K Run and 1 Mile Family Walk Start
8:30 AM 5K start; 1k start immediately following
Age Award Recognition for 5K Run
- Overall 1st, 2nd, and 3rd (Male and Female)
- 1st Place male and female in each of the following age groups
- 14 and under
- 15-19
- 20-29
- 30-39
- 40-49
- 50-59
- 60-69
- 70+
Register Early! Race Shirt/Size guarantee for registrations received by April 23, 2026
Chip-Timed 5K Course at Deer Grove East Forest Preserve
Join us for this Chip-Timed 5k at Deer Grove East Forest Preserve
Chicago Angels
Together, we are changing the statistics.
Since Chicago Angels was founded, we’ve been driven by one clear belief: children and youth in foster care thrive when they have consistent relationships and a strong community around them. The challenges facing foster care are real and complex – but we are hopeful.
We know what works, we see progress every day, and it’s made possible by dedicated partners, volunteers, and supporters like you. When we walk alongside children, youth, and families together, lasting change isn’t just possible – it’s already happening.
Our Core Values
Hope. Community. Empowerment. Curiosity. Transformation.
Hope
We lead with hope because we deeply believe in our ability to create a better future.
Community
We cultivate togetherness by treating everyone with dignity, respect, and compassion. We are better together.
Empowerment
We empower our community to take action rooted in the belief that we have responsibility to one another. Together, we remove barriers to create lasting change.
Curiosity
We maintain an attitude of humble curiosity, putting aside judgment to seek truth, knowledge, and understanding. We remain lifelong learners to better ourselves and our community.
Transformation
We are social entrepreneurs who refuse to settle for the way things are. We are committed to creating an environment that allows everyone to realize and fulfill their talents and potential. By doing so, we will transform the world we live in.
Sponsorships Available
Contact Jessica Stockl (201-953-4209 or Jessica.Stockl@ChicagoAngels.org) with questions or visit https://bit.ly/41px5KP to sign up as a sponsor!
Top teams
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Kash Family Cares$428.55 Raised$1,000.00 Goal |
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George's Support Crew$107.35 Raised$1,000.00 Goal |
Top fundraisers
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View fundraiser page for Heather
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Heather Kash$428.55 Raised$1,000.00 Goal |
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| 2 |
View fundraiser page for Casey
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Casey Shanahan$107.35 Raised$1,000.00 Goal |
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| 3 |
View fundraiser page for James
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James Drew$107.35 Raised$100.00 Goal |
Event schedule
- Sat, May 16, 2026 7:30 AM - Race Day Registration and Packet Pick Up
- Sat, May 16, 2026 8:30 AM - 5K Run and 1 Mile Family Walk Start
Contact information
- Event contact
- Jessica Stockl
- Phone
- 201-953-4209
- Website
- Visit website
Sponsors
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Gold Sponsors
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Bronze Sponsors
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