Team Danny Did in the 2025 Bank of America Chicago Marathon

October 12, 2025: The Danny Did Foundation is proud to be an official partner of the Bank of America Chicago Marathon for the 16th straight year. This event will take place on Sunday October 12th. Team Danny Did members participate in the marathon to raise funds and awareness for the Danny Did Foundation. We welcome runners from across the United States and the world to be a part of our team and to join us in advancing awareness of epilepsy and Sudden Unexpected Death in Epilepsy, or SUDEP. To join our team or if you have questions, please email [email protected].

DETAILS: We have coveted charity race entries to distribute to those who run and fundraise for Team Danny Did. See below for details on our Team Danny Did runner benefits. 

FUNDRAISING COMMITMENT: Runners who receive a Team Danny Did charity entry are required to raise no less than $1,500 if the entry is claimed during the application window of October 22, 2024 to November 21, 2024. That minimum increases to $2,100 if the entry is claimed within the “post close” application window spanning November 22, 2024 to May 31, 2025. Runners who have secured their own race entry but would like to run with Team Danny Did are encouraged to set a fundraising goal of $1,250.

DONATE TO A 2025 RUNNER ONLINE: To sponsor one of our Team Danny Did runners in the Chicago Marathon CLICK HERE.

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How To Apply For a Spot on Team Danny Did:

• • Contact Danny Did at [email protected].
  • Review and return your signed Team Danny Did Commitment Letter to [email protected].
  • Register for the Bank of America Chicago Marathon using the unique link we will provide you.
  • Create your online fundraising page.

We Reward Your Effort With These TEAM DANNY DID BENEFITS:

• FREE race entry – a $245 value! Your entrance fee will be reimbursed in November 2025 if you reach your fundraising goal. NOTE: If you would like to be reimbursed, your fundraising minimum will be increased.
• FREE 18-week training program: A $200+ value. Chose from the in person or the virtual option. Not in the Chicago area? Pick a program near you.
• Access to a race day VIP experience, with indoor gear check, hydration, bathrooms, and access to private toilets near the start corrals.
• A Team Danny Did race day tech shirt, with the option to customize!
• A custom online fundraising page.
• Regular e-newsletters: featuring training and fundraising tips.
• Virtual meetings to meet your teammates and share stories and strategies and to learn more about Danny Did.
• Awards and incentives for the top fundraisers.
• A post race Team Danny Did party featuring complimentary food and beverages in a venue near the race finish line.
• Camaraderie, inspiration and encouragement from your Team Danny teammates, from kids with epilepsy, and from the life of Danny Stanton.

RACE DAY CHEER STATION: We invite all to cheer our runners on race day Sunday October 8th at the Danny Did cheer station, near course mile 14.5, located at the northwest corner of Adams and Green Streets, which is one block west of Halsted St near Chicago’s Greek Town neighborhood. Bring signs and wear DDF gear! 

QUESTIONS? If you have any questions, contact the Danny Did Foundation at [email protected].