In 100 days · Sun, Sep 20, 2026
When
Sunday, September 20th, 2026
Where
116 W. Beech Drive, Schaumburg IL
Distances
1 Mile · 5K
About this race
Join the D54 Education Foundation in supporting literacy and promoting health and fitness for the young and old by participating in the 22nd annual Run to Read. We are currently planning the Run to Read 2026 to be held in person on September 20, starting and ending at Dirksen School in Schaumburg.
The District 54 Education Foundation is committed to supporting students today and preparing students for tomorrow. It does that primarily by providing support to children from financially struggling families.
Not a runner? With a $10 donation, you can sponsor a D54 student whose family cannot afford to participate in this race. For $20, you can sponsor 2 children. For $100 you can sponsor 10. You get the idea.
Click on DONATE to Sponsor a Child or make an online donation. You can also mail a donation to Run to Read, 524 E. Schaumburg Road, Schaumburg, IL 60194. don't forget all donations are tax-deductible.
Click on SPONSOR for more information about the various sponsorship opportunities available.
Don't forget to take a photo and tag us on social, or use the hashtag #54Run2Read.
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