Marathon Monday: Mike Gaytan

No matter how chaotic our lives get, Mike can always find the time to maintain his dedication, even when most would give up.

Marathon Monday: Iris Pegeron

I chose Special Children’s Charities because their mission—to enhance the quality of life for children and adults with developmental disabilities—mirrors what running gives me: strength, confidence, and connection

Marathon Monday: Tricia Resetar

I know firsthand the challenges, heartbreaks, small victories, and strength it takes to navigate this journey — not just for the children, but for their families as well.

Marathon Monday: Jen Todino

What makes Marathon Day so special is it represents all the core values of SCC: inclusivity, empowerment, community, inspiration and respect.

Marathon Monday: Hayden George

Being able to run Chicago 2025 with Special Children’s Charities means supporting a cause near and dear to my heart – ensuring people of all abilities have the chance to experience the empowering benefits of fitness.

Marathon Monday: Run Sully Run

I often say that every girl deserves a dad like Kevin. We share a special bond, one that’s strengthened through our shared kind, but competitive spirit and love of spicy food. There are so many qualities in my dad that I strive to emulate. 

Marathon Monday: Clarisse Biascan

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.

Giving Tuesday is today!

Special Children’s Charities provides free, year-round programs for children and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities across all 77 Chicago neighborhoods. Nearly 70% of participants live below the poverty line, so removing financial barriers is essential to ensuring access, inclusion, and joy.

Give to Special Children’s Charities this Giving Tuesday and help us meet our fundraising goal of $10,000!