Volunteer: Marathon Encouragement Postcard Writing

Since 2022, Read & Run Chicago has been sending messages to marathon runners. Join us to write thoughtful words of encouragement!
About this Event

Read & Run Chicago is BACK with our fifth year of Bank of America Chicago Marathon encouragement postcards! Join us at Jennivee’s Bakery (2925 N Halsted in Lakeview) to write postcards to the runners who requested them before Chicago 26.2 on October 11, 2026.

Join us as a volunteer, writing postcards to those that submit requests, or join us to purchase postcards and send to friends and family (marathon related or not!).

We bring all the supplies - you come ready to write!

Learn more about marathon encouragement postcards .

Want to receive a postcard? Request it here.