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 Marathon Monday featured runner is Elizabeth Jackoboice. Elizabeth is running her second race with #TeamSCC, and we are so thrilled to have her on our team. She told us what brought her back for another year and another 26.2 miles:
“Running the 2024 Chicago Marathon with Special Children’s Charities was an unforgettable experience. From the moment I joined the team, I felt surrounded by support, encouragement, and a shared sense of purpose. The energy on race day was electric, but what made it truly special was knowing that every mile I ran was helping to make a difference in the lives of the people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The entire journey — from training to crossing the finish line — was filled with meaning, connection, and a lot of joy.
That experience brought me back for 2025 without hesitation. The team at Special Children’s Charities made me feel like part of something bigger, and their constant guidance and positivity helped me stay motivated every step of the way. I’m so excited to run with them again this year and continue supporting a cause that’s close to my heart. Here’s to another incredible year of running for something that truly matters!”
Thank you so much to Elizabeth for being a part of our team once again! Support her effort by making a donation to her campaign today!
Read more stories from our Team SCC runners!
Marathon Monday: Susan Hurren
I want to raise money and assist these people in getting to spend time doing what they love to do just like the rest of us.
Marathon Monday: Sam Mermelstein
his organization lives out Mason’s mission every day—uplifting, supporting, and empowering children with special needs. By taking on these 26.2 miles, I feel I am able to give back a small portion of the love Mason gave so freely to the world.
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.
