Volunteer
We love our volunteers!
Our Volunteers are the face, the heart, and the spirit of Read & Run Chicago. Our work wouldn’t be possible without them.
We lean on the help of volunteers to work with our Event Guides to strengthen their content as well as help us make the best running routes possible. Our events are also strengthened by the kind, helpful volunteers that check in runners, set up and tear down events, and more. There may also be opportunities for volunteers to receive advanced copies of literature and evaluate them for Read & Run Chicago to consider.
Volunteer Roles
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Run Lead: Know the route well and safely lead runners through street crossings, around pedestrians, and other obstacles
Mid-Pack Runner: Be ready for any questions or concerns. Encourage runners to meet each other, and make connections when appropriate.
Sweeper: Walk with any runners who need a moment. If anyone is hurt, experiences any challenges or needs a restroom break along the route, stay back with them. Communicate any delays, issues or other situations to the run lead and mid-pack support.
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Evaluate routes, content, guides, and books we’re considering for our programming.
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Help check in runners, help runners find their merch sizes and take photos and videos.
Interested in volunteering?
Submit your information below, and we’ll get in touch when we’re able to train the next cohort of volunteers!
Thank you to our amazing volunteers!
Alli Hanlon
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Tahnee Lacey
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Tom Leddy
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Mary Mapes
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Grace McGann
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Rosie Murphy
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Cat Shieh
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Sophia Upshaw
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Alli Hanlon & Tahnee Lacey & Tom Leddy & Mary Mapes & Grace McGann & Rosie Murphy & Cat Shieh & Sophia Upshaw &
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