** Already registered for the 2010 Bank of America Chicago Marathon and want to support Girls on the Run-Chicago? Click here!

Join SoleMates, the charity running program of Girls on the Run. We are male and female athletes who pursue individual goals, such as running a marathon, to raise money for Girls on the Run – Chicago so it can serve its mission of preparing and educating girls for a lifetime of self-respect and healthy living. Last year, Chicago-area participants raised more than $53,000 for Girls on the Run programs.

You can be a part of SoleMates for any athletic event, whether you are planning to run, walk, bike, swim or do a combination!

WHAT DO I HAVE TO DO?

SoleMates members raise money to support Girls on the Run. All money raised goes directly to support new programs and ensure all girls have the opportunity to participate in Girls on the Run regardless of income level.

WHAT DO I GET?

If you received a bonus entry into the Bank of America Chicago Marathon, please disregard the fundraising minimums below. Your minimums are $750 for Level 1, $975 for Level 2, $1,500 for Level 3, and $2,000 for Level 4.

Level 1:  $262 minimum

Pays for race entries for all girls in one program

• Fun kick-off and mid-season parties with lots of gear giveaways and prizes
• Discounted marathon training and membership from select CARA or Max Multisport training programs**
• A fundraising packet and an online fundraising page through Active.com
• A half- and full marathon training guide developed by Jenny Hadfield, certified personal trainer and "Ask Coach Jenny" blogger for RunnersWorld.com
• A SoleMates technical tee, dri-fit training tank top, and shoe ID tag
• Inspirational emails to keep you motivated and connected as well as information on weekly fun runs
• Admittance to the Girls on the Run tent in charity village for the Bank of America Chicago Marathon
• One-month club pass to Bally Total Fitness, product from Luna, and a chance to win great prizes every month!

Commit to raising more and receive additional benefits…

Level 2:  $550 minimum

Provides a full scholarship for 2 ½ girls

• Free training with select CARA or Max Multisport training programs**
• Free entry into the 2010 spring Girls on the Run 5k on Saturday, June 5
• Free entry into the 2010 fall Girls on the Run 5k on Saturday, November 13
• A copy of Girls on the Run founder Molly Barker's book Girls Lit From Within

Level 3:  $975 minimum

Trains enough volunteer coaches for 10 programs 

• Free training with select CARA or Max Multisport training programs**
• Free entry into the 2010 spring Girls on the Run 5k on Saturday, June 5
• Free entry into the 2010 fall Girls on the Run 5k on Saturday, November 13
• A copy of Girls on the Run founder Molly Barker’s book Girls Lit From Within
• A Girls on the Run long-sleeve tee-shirt

Level 4:  $1,500 minimum

Provides bus transportation to and from the 5K race for 111 girls

• Free training with select CARA or Max Multisport training programs**
• Free entry into the 2010 spring Girls on the Run 5k on Saturday, June 5
• Free entry into the 2010 fall Girls on the Run 5k on Saturday, November 13
• A copy of Girls on the Run founder Molly Barker’s book Girls Lit From Within
• A Girls on the Run long-sleeve tee-shirt
• Free pair of New Balance shoes

**GOTRC SoleMates provides discounted or free training for the following programs.

• CARA: Lakefront 10, Chicago Half Marathon, Chicago Marathon
• Max Multisport: Naperville Women’s Triathlon, Racine 70.3 Half-Ironman Triathlon, Chicago Triathlon, Hot Chocolate 15k

to raise money for events from 1/1/10 to 6/30/10

to raise money for events from 7/1/10 to 6/30/11

Thank you for your support!

Special thanks to our sponsors and partners!