CHICAGO Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the minimum fundraising requirement?
- How do I join the RUN FOR AUTISM-Chicago Team?
- What am I paying for when I register on firstgiving.com?
- Why do I not see my name on the marathon’s website?
- I forgot to set up my fundraising page during sign up. What should I do?
- What is a preferred/competitive start?
- I want a preferred/competitive start. How can I get one?
- I can't run in this year's marathon anymore! Can I get my money back?
What is the minimum fundraising requirement?
The fundraising requirement is dependent on your registration status.
Runners that signed up using one of OAR's charity entries after the race SOLD OUT to the general public will have a $500 required fundraising minimum that must be guaranteed by a personal credit card. This minimum includes your entry fee, for which OAR will pay.
All other Chicago Marathon participants - including those that purchased an entry before the race sold out or purchased an entry on their own - have a "Set and Meet" your own goal policy. Runners generally average between $1,000 and $1,500. Participants who raise over $1,000 receive a free entry to the 2010 Chicago or Marine Corps Marathon, and those who raise over $2,500 receive a special incentive prize.
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How do I join the RUN FOR AUTISM-Chicago Team?
Joining the RUN FOR AUTISM-Chicago Team is a two step process: registration for the race through the offical Bank of America Chicago Marathon website and signing up with OAR at www.firstgiving.com/oar. To join the team, please:
1. Register for the race by clicking here. Registration opens February 1, 2010 and is expected to sell-out in April. Don't wait; register today!
2. Join the RUN FOR AUTISM Team by visiting www.firstgiving.com/oar and clicking the "Get Started" button. Select "Bank of America Chicago Marathon " from the list of events. Follow the instructions provided to sign up and create your personal fundraising page.
What am I paying for when I register on firstgiving.com?
Team Registration only ($0) – This option is for those that buy a race entry before the event sells out and want to join the RUN FOR AUTISM team. Selecting this option means you already have an entry and OAR will not reserve a race entry in your name.
Why do I not see my name on the marathon Web site?
As a charity partner, OAR will register all its Chicago runners after the race closes. This allows OAR to organize and gather all the runners into one database that can be easily submitted to the race. To confirm your registration status with OAR, email us at run@researchautism.org.
I forgot to set up my fundraising page during sign up. What should I do?
You will need the registration code Firstgiving emailed to you upon registration. In the event you cannot locate this or remember your password, please email support@firstgiving.com.
Next, return to www.firstgiving.com/oar. Select "Create a Fundraising Page" and click on the Chicago Marathon category. Enter the code, select your URL, and design your page from there.
What is a preferred/competitive start?
The Bank of America Chicago Marathon offers preferred/competitive start corrals to allow experienced runners with specific qualifying times to begin closer to the starting line.
I want a preferred/competitive start. How can I get one?
If you would like a preferred/competitive start for the Chicago Marathon, you will need to mail or fax the race organizers directly with documents certifying your qualification for one of the start corrals. Documents include a race certificate with a qualifying time or a Web site link showing your qualifying time. Visit www.chicagomarathon.com for details.
I can't run in this year's marathon anymore! Can I get my money back?
OAR has a no refund policy and race entries are non-transferable for any reason, including injury. However, Team Members who raise over $1,000 this year will receive a complimentary entry to either the 2011 Chicago or Marine Corps Marathon/10K.
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