Strides for Unicef

Quantify your steps for a cause! UNICEF in Lake County is hosting a 5K Fun Run on August 29.

The location of our event is 651 Old Checker Rd Willow Stream Park. Whether you are a runner, a casual walker, or looking for a fun family activity, we have an event for you. Our fun run is structured to accommodate participants of all ages, starting from 5. Alongside the path, the event offers a full community festival featuring food, sponsor booths, and interactive games for all attendees. The race begins at 9:00AM, but we recommend that all participants arrive an hour early to check in grab their swag! All net proceeds from this event directly benefit UNICEF. Your registration and fundraising efforts directly empower UNICEF to protect children's rights worldwide, ensuring every child has access to an equitable future. Learn more about our mission at https://www.unicefusa.org/.

Race Day Schedule

8:00 AM-8:45 AM: Check-in, T-shirt Pickup, and Day-Of Registration opens

9:00 AM: Run Starts 

10:15 AM-11:30 AM : Post-Race Events & Celebration

Not available but still want to contribute? DONATE NOW 100% of donations go to UNICEF. Donate now to support our cause even further! Click this link to donate DIRECTLY to UNICEF's Every Child Fund: Click here to donate 

The Every Child Fund is one of the most important, valuable tools of UNICEF. This flexible fund allows UNICEF to make proactive, real-time, decisions to quickly provide aid to overlooked communities and crises.

Have any questions? Email aaryadas09@gmail.com or call 224-474-8570.

Interested in sponsoring our event? Want to showcase your organization? Whether you want to become an official sponsor or engage with participants at an information tent, we want to feature you. Complete this form below to get started: Partnership Form

**This race is not professionally timed. 100% of net proceeds go to UNICEF.

Join fellow runners on August 29, 2026 for the Strides for Unicef. It's a fantastic 5K featuring a flat and fast course in Buffalo Grove.