The Bank of America Chicago Marathon announced on Tuesday that 2024 participants raised $36 million for local, national and global nonprofits, the highest fundraising total in event history. Since 2002, participants have raised more than $358 million through the event’s official Charity Program. This feat is accomplished by participants who sign on to support an affiliated cause and commit to fundraising as a part of their marathon journey. Individuals hoping to take part in this year’s sold-out event can still secure their place by committing to run and fundraise on behalf of an official charity team. The Bank of America Chicago Marathon Charity Program launched in 2002 with 14 charities and 1,674 runners; since then, the program has grown to 217 charities with more than 17,000 runners expected to run for charity in 2025. Running for charity gives participants a unique opportunity to make the miles on their marathon journey more meaningful. One runner took that mission to heart through their participation in the 2024 Bank of America Chicago Marathon. Those who register to run with an official charity at this time are required to raise a minimum of $2,100. For a list of official charities and information on how to register by joining a charity team, go to chicagomarathon.com/charity. For more information, visit www.chicagomarathon.com.