About Chicago Area Runners Association:
Since 1978 the Chicago Area Runners Association -- CARA, a not-for-profit has been dedicated to running in Chicago and suburbs. Starting as an advocacy based organization, CARA has grown into the nation’s third largest local running organization, and one that championed the running movement across Chicagoland. Our mission is to help runners run better, farther, faster for life – through a wealth of social, training, racing, outreach and advocacy programs, while promoting friendships and personal fulfillment.