Volunteer

VOLUNTEER FOR CARA

Volunteering is a fun and rewarding way to help aspiring runners achieve their goals. The Chicago Area Runners Association (CARA) relies on the support of dedicated volunteers who help out with programs, on committees and give their time at events. Meet new people, spend time among your fellow runners and see what makes our running community so great. Make this the year you volunteer, and give back to the sport you love. Sign up to become a volunteer today.

CURRENT VOLUNTEER NEEDS: No needs at this time.

SOCIAL EVENTS COMMITTEE

Who: CARA members who are social, fun and understand fundraising-based event planning

What: Establish and monitor an annual calendar of CARA social events. Plan and execute three yearly events: Circuit Awards Banquet, CARA Super Clinic and The 27th Mile Party. Work with event vendors, donors, and participants to insure profitable events.

When: Monthly meetings, 2nd Tuesday of each month, with additional responsibilities outside of meetings; attendance at events required

MARATHON SUPPORT COMMITTEE

Who: CARA members who have run the LaSalle Bank Chicago Marathon at least once and who are interested in working on administrative projects that support the marathon and its runners.

What: Provide manpower for administrative projects such as packet stuffing, marathon runner phone hotline, and marathon runner email hotline, as well as staff various expo and race day services.

When: Meets every other month, on the 1st Wednesday of January, March, May, July, September, and November, to plan and delegate work projects. Additional time spent on specific projects. Attendance during Marathon weekend mandatory.

TRAINING GROUP LEADERS

Who: Experienced runners who have run at least one race at the distance for which they wish to coach

What: Leading pace groups for training runs of varying lengths (beginning running through marathon training). Providing guidance and inspiration to your group. Bonus for leaders—you get free training!

When: Most programs meet Saturday or Sunday mornings at various locations throughout city and suburbs. Beginning Running, 5k Training and 10k Training meet weekday evenings.