Partner With Proud to Run Chicago

Each year we bring together more than 1,000 runners, walkers, families, and supporters in a celebration of community, visibility, and joy. Funds raised through Proud to Run support LGBTQ+ Community Partners working across Chicago.

Why partner with us

• Visibility during Pride weekend, Chicago's most celebrated LGBTQ+ moment
• Connection to an engaged, multigenerational, citywide LGBTQ+ audience
• Impact through direct funding of LGBTQ+ Community Partners
• Alignment with one of the city's most established Pride events

How partnerships work

We have moved away from fixed sponsorship tiers. Every partnership is designed around your goals, your team, and your community commitment. Partnerships can include direct financial support, in-kind donations, media trades, or a combination. We start with a conversation.

What a partnership can include

• Brand visibility on our website, race emails, registration page, and social media
• On-site presence in the Athlete's Village, at packet pickup, and on race day signage
• Race day moments like stage introductions, the race start, and medal presentations
• Sponsored race entries for your team, clients, or community
• Co-branded content before, during, and after race day
• In-kind and media partnerships, and custom multi-year activations