Run to Read
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Run to Read
The 22nd annual Run to Read is organized by the District 54 Education Foundation and takes place in person on September 20, 2026, with start and finish at Dirksen School in Schaumburg, Illinois (116 W. Beech Drive). The event includes running opportunities for children and adults and a t-shirt-only option.
Distances and event formats include:
- 100 m or 400 m dash for children
- 1 Mile for children and adults
- 5K for children and adults
Entry categories show different fees for children and adults and a separate fee for a t-shirt-only registration. The foundation describes the event as supporting literacy and promoting health and fitness across age groups.
Proceeds and donations support students from financially struggling families; the organizer lists specific sponsorship amounts used to cover participation for students, for example $10 to sponsor one child, $20 to sponsor two children, and $100 to sponsor ten children. Donations are described as tax-deductible. Registration periods and specific event options are provided by the organizer for each category. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
