Volunteer

We rely on the dedication of volunteers to make the Bank of America Chicago Marathon a success! From the Abbott Health & Fitness Expo, through the 26.2-mile course, to the finish line in Grant Park, prepare yourself to feel inspired, motivated and energized by joining our volunteer team.

• Save the date

  Volunteer opportunities will be available for the following events in 2020! Registration will open in late July.

  Packet preparation
  Friday, September 18 through Sunday, September 20

  Abbott Health & Fitness Expo
  Friday, October 9 and Saturday, October 10

  International Chicago 5K
  Saturday, October 10

  Bank of America Chicago Marathon
  Sunday, October 11

• Volunteer awards

  Each year, the Bank of America Chicago Marathon presents awards to recognize individuals who have been integral contributors to the event. Help us congratulate the 2019 recipients!

  • Dan Cronin – Gregory Shaskan MD Memorial Award for Outstanding Medical Service
  • Ann Phelps and Kelsey Keener – Lend Your Hands, Save a Life Award
  • Dr. Philip Skiba – Special recognition
  • Lindblom JROTC Department – Outstanding Volunteer Group Award
  • Larry Maher – Pat Rhodes Award for Outstanding Volunteer Service
  • Steve Sawyer – Legacy Award

  Learn more about the awards and recipients

• Service hours verification

  Log in to your volunteer account post-race and visit your “Past Jobs” in your “My Job” tab to download your Certificate of Appreciation and Service Hours Form, verifying your participation in the event. These forms are only available for checked-in shifts. If you need to complete a different form, please send a request to volunteer@chicagomarathon.com.

• Resources

  Volunteer policies

  Volunteer FAQs

  Questions can be directed to volunteer@chicagomarathon.com