12th Annual Christmas Without Cancer 5k Run/Walk (In-Person OR Virtual)

12th Annual 5K Run/Walk Fundraising Event for Christmas Without Cancer NFP

All money raised will allow Christmas Without Cancer to continue their mission of helping southland families battling the devastation of cancer.

Who is Christmas Without Cancer NFP?
A nonprofit organization that was founded in 2003 by Gerri Neylon, a dedicated oncology nurse. We offer a wide range of support, including Christmas gifts, gift cards for gas, groceries, medications, and much more. While our name says "Christmas," we are proud to provide help throughout the entire year, made possible by the kindness of our generous supporters. Over the last 23 years, we have been able to assist thousands of families in the Southland who are facing the challenges of cancer.

Did Christmas Without Cancer help your loved one during their fight?  Let us know if their name should be added to our angel/memorial list by emailing CWCRunWalk@gmail.com.  Deadline: Friday, August 28th for printing purposes.

Jacob Abraham
Matt Allen
Kevin Ashe
Isaias Banderas
Joanna Barajas
Jason Barker
Peter Barley
Austin Barnett
Deirdre Baxa
Emily Beazley
Frank “the tank” Belotti
Heather Bliss
Edward Blommaert
Lindsay Botwinski
Finley Bracken
Tim Brennan 
Tiffany Brown
Joe Bruno
Salvatore Burke
Brendan Burns (2022 honoree)
Jay Canna
Shane Callaghan
Anne Carboneau
Nicole Carey
Angela Carson
Lorena Chavarria
Patrick Clarkin
Kayla Cleveland
Dan Coghlan
Raul Crucero
Elizabeth Curtner
Geri Doherty
Tim Doherty
Bob Dolan
Billy Doran
Tom Dorian
Debbie Dorner
Erika Douglas
Sue Duddleston
Dan "Duff" Duffy
Fiona Duggan
Jim Earley
Serita Edwards
Chris Ellis
Laura Fassl
Katie Ferguson
Lauren Fields
Jason Gabriel
Sharon Gabriel
Glenn Gillespie
Maryellen “Mel” Goins
Linda Gray
Tony Gustin
Patalee Harrison
Laura Hartelius
Phillip Hassett
Earl Henderson
Joe Hermann
Efrain Herrera
Matt Hooker (2019 In Honor Of)
Richard Hornat
Ron House
Mary Jordan
Phil Jordan
Gary Hughes
Jack Katz
Tom Kennedy
Stan Kij
Erin Kress
Nancy Kryszak
Jeremy Krzeminski
Julie Kwak
Candy Laff
Sally Foy Leigh
Doug Lewellyn
Carlos Licona
Geraldine Loverde
Christy Lynch
Samatha Majewski
Susan Markovich
Stephen McAllister
Erin McCann
Kathy McCann
Mike McComb
Joe McDonald
Kylie McElheny
Leo V McFarland
Jessie McHale
Bob McQuillan
Nick Miceli
Andrew Mikal
David Muffitt    
Maureen Murphy 
Tom Nelligan
Rachel Nielsen
Paula Norris
Kathy O’Malley
James Ouelette
Chris Panicucci
Anthony Pappalas
Kevin Patras
Anna Pineda
Julia Pratte
Patricia Quick
Michele Radavic
Kevin Renderman
Paul Reynolds (2024 honoree)
Debra Van Arkel Richards
Susan Richmeier
Leona Robles
Ted Romanowski
Billie Jo Rose
Carmen Roti
Mollie Duffy Rowan
Tommy Sacks
Regina Schoeberl (2019 Honoree)
Glenn Schneider
Nicole Schoiber
Tammy Schweitzer
Deirdre Scott
Anthony Senerchia
Nicole Sheehan
Ron Sheets
Patti Seidelmann
Kimberly Smith
Tony Sobieszczyk
Laura Spalla
Marcia Spokas
Michael “Jel” Straube
Joe Streit
Robert Szewczyk
John Thies
Shantelle Thomas
Paul Thurn
Mya Tinajero
John Torpy
George Trejo
Freya Ness Ulwick
Valerie Wadhams
Tammy Walker
Kevin Walsh
Rita Walsh
Amy White
Leroy Wilds
Jozmon Wilson
Jessie Jonik Winkler
Amber Woodworth
Kathy Yeates
Robert Zimmerman

THIS YEAR: EXCITING INCENTIVES RETURN! 

• Start your own fundraiser with RunSignUp and earn some fantastic Christmas Without Cancer goodies!

  • Raise $500 to get an etched Yeti Rambler with our logo.

  • Raise $1,000 to receive both an etched Yeti Rambler with our logo AND a $50 Starbucks gift card.

    • Swag is only available to be picked up at our packet pickup tables.

• The TOP INDIVIDUAL FUNDRAISER will win a $250 VISA Gift Card.

• The LARGEST REGISTERED TEAM will also earn a $250 VISA Gift Card. (This prize will go to the team captain, who will determine how the gift card will be used.) 

  • 2024 Largest Team: Rally4Reynolds (170 members)

  • 2023 Largest Team: Brave4Brendan (86 members)

  • 2022 Largest Team: Nick's Fight (62 members)

  • 2021 Largest Team: Amber's Army (67 members)

  • 2020 Largest Team: Team GOGO (62 members)

  • 2019 Largest Team: Team IronMatt (118 members)

• The TOP TEAM FUNDRAISER will receive a $500 VISA Gift Card. (Consider celebrating with a team lunch or dinner after the event! This prize will also go to the team captain, who will determine how the gift card will be used.)

• Don’t forget to wear your most festive Christmas outfit! Santa will select BEST DRESSED INDIVIDUALS and will receive a prize too.

Winners will be based on totals during our race, and they will be announced at our awards ceremony at approximately 11:00 am on Race Day. 

AWARDS/TROPHIES

• Trophies will be awarded to the top Female and Male in these categories:

  • Overall Best

  • 1-9 years old

  • 10-19 years old

  • 20-29 years old

  • 30-39 years old

  • 40-49 years old

  • 50-59 years old, and

  • 60+

• NEW THIS YEAR: 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place pins will be awarded to finishers in each category above.  These will make a great addition to the medals provided at the finish line.

BEST OF LUCK TO ALL PARTICIPANTS!

You have three opportunities to gather your materials!

Packet pickup will take place at the Hamilton B. Maher Community Center, situated at 3450 W. 97th St. in Evergreen Park, on these dates:

• Wednesday, September 16th from 3-7 pm

• Thursday, September 17th from 3-7 pm

• Saturday, September 19th (Race Day!) starting at 7 am and concluding promptly at 8:30 am

*If you're collecting for several individuals or an entire team, please email us at CWCRunWalk@gmail.com with the names by noon on Tuesday, September 15th, and our team will do its utmost to have everything prepared for you upon your arrival. This will help reduce wait times!

*Please be aware that we cannot accommodate early or late pickups outside of the specified times above, so make sure to follow the provided schedule.

*Please keep in mind that we will not distribute shirts or packets after the distribution closes on Race Day. Ensure you collect your materials during the designated schedule to avoid missing out.

*Can’t make it? No problem, you can have a family member, friend, or team member collect items on your behalf!

*If you missed online registration, don’t worry! You can register in person on all three days. Our team will accept Cash, Check made payable to Christmas Without Cancer, Zelle, and Credit Cards. Additionally, we have extra shirts available for individuals registering at packet pickup; sizes will be distributed on a first-come, first-served basis.

Dear Friends,

Christmas Without Cancer (CWC) is a local 501(c)3 nonprofit organization founded in 2003 by a former oncology nurse, Gerri Neylon. Gerri was moved by the struggles of families that were undergoing cancer treatments and the physical, emotional, and financial expenses of the disease. The organization began by "adopting" a family affected by cancer during the Christmas season. Today, CWC extends its support to families not just at Christmas, but throughout the entire year.

Since it was founded, CWC has helped thousands of families in the surrounding southland region, located within 30 miles of Oak Lawn, IL. The year 2024 marked a milestone for CWC, as the organization provided help to 598 families over the year and 114 families during the Christmas season. This support included:

• $190,833.57 in financial support for mortgage/rent, utilities, household costs, and travel expenses for treatment

  $88,613.42 dedicated to spreading holiday cheer

  $71,506 in gift cards for gas, medications, and groceries

   

CWC is excited to announce our 11th Annual 5K Run/Walk, scheduled for Saturday, September 20th, at Klein Park (Circle Park) in Evergreen Park, IL. We aim to raise funds to further our mission of supporting families battling this devastating disease during tough times. We kindly request your support through sponsorship or in-kind donations. Any contribution from you or your company would be immensely appreciated. 

On behalf of the Christmas Without Cancer team and the local cancer patients and families who will benefit from your kindness, we sincerely thank you for considering our request!

Christmas Without Cancer (EIN #32-0299001) is a non-profit 501(c)3 organization and contributions are tax deductible to the extent allowed by law. No goods or services were received in consideration of this contribution. 

*RunSignUp/Facebook fundraisers do not count towards Sponsorship fees.  If you would like to create a sponsorship page to help raise commitment fees, please reach out to CWCRunWalk@gmail.com.  We have a software to help!