Hi! I'm Beth Vande Griend, and I'm excited to announce that I'm running the 2024 Chicago Marathon on October 13th 🩷

This will be my third time running the Chicago Marathon and the first time since 2019. For those of you who aren't familiar, there are only a few ways that you can get the chance to run the Chicago Marathon. You can either time-qualify, partner with an official charity partner, or be chosen through a lottery system. 

This year, I'm very fortunate to secure a spot with Girls on the Run! Girls on the Run is a nonprofit organization that empowers young girls, giving them tools to succeed in all areas of life. Their programs focus on building confidence, developing teamwork, and promoting physical health. As a woman long-distance runner, I couldn't be happier to raise awareness and funds for Girls on the Run.

My goal is to raise at least $2,000.00 (if not more) by October 1st! Your contribution can help empower the next generation of girls, giving them tools to succeed in all areas of life. Please consider donating $10, $25, $50, or $100—every donation matters, no matter the dollar amount 🫂

Your donation to Girls on the Run is important because it helps provide scholarships for girls who might not otherwise afford the program, supports the expansion of programs to reach more communities, and funds materials, training for coaches, and program development. Your contribution can help empower the next generation of girls, giving them tools to succeed in all areas of life! You can read more about their organization here: https://www.girlsontherun.org/what-we-do/