
Friends of the Poor Walk - SVDP St. Anne Oswego is a running race on September 26, 2026 in Oswego, IL.
From the Organizer
Join us on Saturday, September 26th at 9:00am for our annual Friends of the Poor Walk, a meaningful community event dedicated to supporting those in need. This walk brings together compassionate individuals who share a commitment to making a difference in the lives of people experiencing financial hardship.
Whether you're walking to raise awareness, support our cause, or simply spend time with fellow community members, your participation matters. Every step taken and every dollar raised goes directly toward helping vulnerable populations access essential services.
Together, we can create positive change and demonstrate that compassion is a powerful force in our community. Donate/signup today and be part of this important mission to support those who need it most.
Events
Weather
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
72°
Typical Low
51°
Chance of Rain
29%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Aurora, 8 mi from the venue.
Host City
Population
35,463
as of 2023
City Elevation
660 ft
Nearest Airport
ORD
Chicago O'Hare International Airport · 30 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.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
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60
Days to train
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From Endurance Grid
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With running, there's a distance for every fitness level, a community at every start line, and nothing beats the feeling of crossing a finish line you trained for.
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Coming Up
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Plan your trip
Coming from out of town? There's more to Oswego than race day. We'll help you line up nearby lodging, flights, a rental car, and things to do so you can make the most of your racecation.
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Friends of the Poor Walk - SVDP St. Anne Oswego
Sep 26, 2026