Why I'm Running

On October 12, 2025, I will be representing Advocate Health Care as a member of the charity running team at the Bank of America Chicago Marathon! As a member of the charity running team, I will be training, fundraising, and ultimately running 26.2 miles to benefit patients and families in need.

Since 2011, the Advocate charity running team has raised nearly $2 million for Advocate Health Care programs and services. By joining the charity running team, I am part of a diverse group of people who are supporting cancer research, helping children and adults with Down syndrome, giving back to the nurses and physicians who save lives every day and much more.  

I am running to support my amazing coworkers and all of the babies that we care for at Advocate Children’s Hospital - Oak Lawn. I am proud to work with such an incredible group of people, and I am so excited to raise money to support all of the incredible work that we put into caring for each patient. 

Thank you so much for supporting my journey. Your donation will not only help me achieve my goal, but will also ensure that babies in the NICU will thrive. 

- Amanda