2026 D54 Education Foundation Run to Read
- Date
- September 20, 2026
- Distance
- 100 or 400 Meter Dash - Child · 1 Mile - Child · 5K - Child & more
From the Organizer
Join the D54 Education Foundation in supporting literacy and promoting health and fitness for the young and old by participating in the 22nd annual Run to Read. We are currently planning the Run to Read 2026 to be held in person on September 20, starting and ending at Dirksen School in Schaumburg. This event will include a 5K run/walk, a 1-mile walk and children’s races. This year the event will be hosted by the District 54 Education Foundation on Sunday, September 20, 2026 at Dirksen School. The District 54 Education Foundation is committed to supporting students today and preparing students for tomorrow. It does that primarily by providing support to children from financially struggling families.
With this change in host, there is also a change in how the funds will be spent. All funds raised this year will be used to support programs for these families. By meeting the basic needs of students, they are preparing students to be successful at school, thus the name Run to Read still applies.
Not a runner? With a $10 donation, you can sponsor a D54 student whose family cannot afford to participate in this race. For $20, you can sponsor 2 children. For $100 you can sponsor 10. You get the idea.
Click on DONATE to Sponsor a Child or make an online donation. You can also mail a donation to Run to Read, 524 E. Schaumburg Road, Schaumburg, IL 60194. don't forget all donations are tax-deductible.
Click on SPONSOR for more information about the various sponsorship opportunities available.
Don't forget to take a photo and tag us on social, or use the hashtag #54Run2Read.
Events
Weather
Typical Conditions
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
77°
Typical Low
50°
Chance of Rain
29%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Streamwood, 5 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Schaumburg, IL
Population
51,186
as of 2023
Elevation
789 ft
Nearest Airport
ORD
Chicago O'Hare International Airport · 10 mi
Time Zone
Central Time
From Endurance Grid
A mid-size host city. Enough lodging and amenities to keep race weekend easy, without big-city sprawl.
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Days to train
- Race
- 2026 D54 Education Foundation Run to Read
- Date
- September 20, 2026
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the 2026 D54 Education Foundation Run to Read?
- 2026 D54 Education Foundation Run to Read is a running race held in Schaumburg, Illinois on September 20, 2026. It is one of the many endurance events listed on Endurance Grid, a multi-sport endurance event calendar covering running races, triathlons, HYROX, and more endurance sports across the United States. Find more running races near you or explore our sports guides to learn what race day actually feels like.
- When and where is the 2026 D54 Education Foundation Run to Read?
- Sunday, September 20, 2026 in Schaumburg, Illinois at 116 W. Beech Drive, Schaumburg, IL. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the 2026 D54 Education Foundation Run to Read?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
2026 D54 Education Foundation Run to Read
Sep 20, 2026