We are incredibly proud of our 25 Team Chicago Commons runners who raised money for Chicago Commons. Together, Team Chicago Commons raised nearly $60,000, making a lasting impact that strengthens early education, family support, and senior care programs in our communities. Each step our runners took represented dedication, compassion, and a deep belief in creating opportunity for all.
A heartfelt thank-you goes to our Development Manager, Claudia Bhatia, for her outstanding leadership and coordination of this year’s team. Her efforts helped bring together an incredible group of individuals who trained hard, fundraised generously, and inspired others through their commitment.
We also want to recognize and celebrate our 25 runners:
- Giselle Aguirre
- Eric Alvarado
- Aria Bernardi
- Ankur Bhatia
- Hannah Buckle
- Kelly Byas
- Elsa Chessani-Chalen
- Jose Garcia
- Siva Sai Vamsi Krishna Gorthi
- Christopher Hollenbeck
- AJ Hutchins
- Rohan Kandel
- Kelly LeGrand
- Brenda Maldonado
- Trinity Maze
- Alfonso Mena
- Tucker Ozburn
- Nicole Richmond
- Santiago Saenz Rozas
- Lauren Salem
- Carson Shaar
- Binit Shrestha
- Andrew Swift
- Christopher Thiele
- Jennifer Yum
To our incredible runners—thank you for representing the heart of Chicago Commons on and off the course. Your dedication shows what’s possible when we come together as a community for a powerful cause.
As we look ahead, we invite you to join or support next year’s Team Chicago Commons at the 2026 Bank of America Chicago Marathon. Whether you’re running, fundraising, or cheering from the sidelines, your involvement helps ensure that children, families, and older adults across Chicago continue to thrive.
Interested in joining Team Chicago Commons for the Bank of America Chicago 13.1 or the Bank of America Chicago Marathon in 2026?
Please reach out to Claudia Bhatia, Development Manager, at bhatiac@chicagocommons.org.
