Every Monday we celebrate the runners who have joined Team Special Children’s Charities for the Bank of America Chicago Marathon.
This incredible team is using their miles to support people with intellectual and developmental disabilities in Chicago. We are so grateful for their dedication and generosity!
This week’s runner is Clarisse Biascan, who is joining us for her very first Marathon! Clarisse told us why she joined Team SCC:
My name is Clarisse. Running has been my biggest form of self-care.
This year, I will be running my first marathon, the Chicago Marathon, with a purpose close to my heart. I will be running for Special Children’s Charities.
Working as a pediatric nurse, I see courage of children with special needs and their parents everyday. They face challenges most us can only imagine, yet they face life with so much resilience and heart.
I will be running for them-for their hope, their futures, and the belief that with the right support, every child can thrive.
Each mile is a step toward something better. Not just for me, but also for them.
Running for a great cause makes marathon training extra special. Thank you Special Children’s Charities for this opportunity.
Thank you so much to Clarisse for being a part of our team! Support her effort by making a donation to her campaign today!
Read more stories from our Team SCC runners!
Marathon Monday: Katie Poole
Running has given me more than just miles – it’s given me a powerful community, a way to process grief, and the power of showing up for something bigger than myself.
Marathon Monday: Laila Robateau
When children and adults with disabilities are given the chance to learn, play, and connect, it transforms not only their lives but also the lives of their families and communities.
Marathon Monday: Antonio Hernandez
Running has given me so much, and joining Team SCC felt like the perfect way to give back.
Marathon Monday: Luis Ortiz
Knowing first hand what having a special need child is, he knew he wanted to run for kids and when he saw everything SCC does he knew it was the perfect charity to run with and has been so inspired and moved by everything SCC does for the community.
Marathon Monday: Carson Haslinger
Every donation means the world to me because I know it’s going to help people like Cole stay active, connected, and part of something bigger.
Marathon Monday: Jayme Norris
It is my hope that my journey with running can help others (especially my 3 daughters) see they are able to do anything they put their minds to!
