BANK OF AMERICA Chicago Marathon
The Organization for Autism Research will be back at the Bank of America Chicago Marathon on October 11th, 2026! Join the
RUN FOR AUTISM team and help fund autism research and awareness.
NEED AN ENTRY?
Runners who need an entry can guarantee their spot in the race by registering for the
RUN FOR AUTISM team at the register button above
. Please note that your Chicago race entry is reserved but not claimed until you complete a second registration step through the race, sent after fundraising $500.
HAVE AN ENTRY?
Runners who already secured entry into the Bank of America Chicago Marathon (through the lottery, distance series, time-qualification etc.) can register for the RUN FOR AUTISM team and fundraise for OAR. Select the "Have Entry" registration option when registering.
FUNDRAISING COMMITMENT:
$2200: Guaranteed race entry: You pay your Chicago race entry fee
$2500: Guaranteed race entry: OAR pays your Chicago race entry fee
$500: Participants with their own entry
- Please note if you select this registration option you must send us proof of your Chicago Marathon acceptance (email, screenshot, etc.) within two weeks of team registration.
The first $500 in fundraising is due on May 1, 2026. If you fail to meet this deadline, your spot will be released.
All fundraising is due two weeks after the race: October 25th, 2026.
Team Perks:
- Guaranteed race entry
- RUN FOR AUTISM singlet & tech shirt
- Runners' Recognition Dinner
- Pre & post-race team headquarters at The Blackstone Hotel
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- OAR finisher's medal
- Free membership & marathon training with CARA
- Personalized RUN FOR AUTISM online fundraising page
- Training & fundraising support from RUN FOR AUTISM staff
- Opportunity to earn team gear through our Fundraising Incentive program
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