Stride For Change 5K Family Fun Run/Walk

Lace up your sneakers and join us for a fun-filled event while making a difference in your community!

Friends of CAC is hosting a 5K Charity run on Sunday, October 13, 2024 at Leroy Oaks Forest Preserve!

The Friends of Child Advocacy Center is a 501(c) (3) not-for-profit organization that provides essential services, such as counseling and other support to the hundreds of child abuse victims that pass through the doors of the Kane County Child Advocacy Center (CAC).  The Kane County Child Advocacy Center is a division of the Kane County State’s Attorney’s Office that investigates and prosecutes cases where children have been sexually and physically abused. Last year alone, the CAC investigated 424 reports alleging abuse to children in Kane County and provided services to approximately 1,000 children!

Your participation and contributions will not only help us to  continue our vital work in assisting child abuse victims and their families, but also helps us to increase public awareness on the prevention of child abuse. All proceeds from our fundraising event go directly to supporting the child victims of sexual and extreme physical abuse in Kane County.          

The Stride for Change 5K is a family event and welcomes participants including runners, walkers, wheelchair users, individuals with baby strollers - All are invited to attend and participate! To ensure the safety of all participants, underage children  must have an adult available with them at all times. 

Register early  to to secure your STRIDE for CHANGE 5K T-Shirt!

We encourage you to register today and join us in making a difference!  You can participate individually or create a team with your colleagues, friends, or family. This event is a fantastic team-building opportunity, fostering camaraderie and healthy competition, all while raising funds for a vital cause.

Together, we can bring hope and healing to the children of Kane County! 

*********************EVENT INFORMATION******************************

EVENT SCHEDULE-

*Chip Timed 5K Run/Walk
7:30AM - Check In, Packet Pick Up and Race Day Registrations Open

8:45 AM - Opening Remarks
9:00 AM - 5K Run/Walk Starts
10:30 AM - AWARDS 
10:45 - CLOSING REMARKS

*Race Event T-Shirt -secure your size guaranteed  and register by September 30, 2024. 
For those registering after the deadline, please note that t- shirts in your size may be subject to availability.  We will have limited quantities on a first-come, first-served basis on Race Day.

*Awards for 5K Run - TWO GROUPS
    - Best time overall Male/Female- Registered Adults
    - Best time overall Male/Female- Registered Kids 12-17

HOW TO GET INVOLVED

WALK OR RUN WITH US AT OUR FAMILY-FRIENDLY EVENT:
You can RUN or WALK at this Family Event. You decide!

BECOME A FUNDRAISER
Set an Individual Fundraising Goal or become a TEAM Captain and ask your friends and family to support you as you run for a great cause!
https://runsignup.com/Race/Donate/IL/SaintCharles/StridesForChange

BECOME A SPONSOR
Interested in sponsoring the Stride for Change 5K?  Help us make the 5K a great experience for the participants and families of Kane County while receiving exclusive Sponsor benefits. Sign up here:  https://runsignup.com/Race/IL/SaintCharles/StridesForChange    OR Contact: Pam Ely at: Friendsofkccacgiving@gmail.com

MAKE A DONATION
Can’t participate this year but would still like to support this cause? You can make a one -time tax-deductible donation and help us reach our fundraising goal.
https://runsignup.com/Race/Donate/IL/SaintCharles/StridesForChange
Friends of the KCCAC does consider in-kind Donations,  if the goods or services offered are budget relieving. 

VOLUNTEER
If you would like to donate some time, interested in volunteering, or have general questions about this event and/or about our organization, please contact Pam Ely at Friendsofkccac@gmail.com  for more information.

The Kane County Child Advocacy Center is a division of the Kane County State’s Attorney’s Office that investigates and provides a range of services for all reported cases of child sexual and severe physical abuse in Kane County. Using multi-disciplinary teams of trained professionals, the KCCAC investigates all reported cases of child sexual and physical abuse reported in Kane County in an appropriate, timely, and child-focused manner.