Like many across the world, the Big Ten is going virtual with one of its annual events.
The Big 10K, a road race typically held at the end of July in downtown Chicago, will be virtual this year to deal with the COVID-19 pandemic. Instead of congregating in one place and running together, participants are asked to walk or run either a 5K or 10K anytime between July 26 and August 1 all in the name of raising money for charitable organizations.
Join us for the first-ever VIRTUAL BTN Big 10K!
Walk or Run a 5K or 10K anytime between July 26 and Aug. 1 from anywhere, while giving back to great organizations like @FeedingAmerica, @aliverescue & @SpecialOChi!
More Information & Registration ➡️ https://t.co/USm0RYjINq pic.twitter.com/kkTNkKvrzO— Big Ten Network (@BigTenNetwork) May 30, 2020
BTN is still trying to keep some of the old perks of the race together. Participants who pay the $20 registration fee will receive a team-specific t-shirt, race bib, and Big Ten-themed head band.
The money raised will go to three charities: Feeding America, Alive Rescue, and Special Olympics Chicago. Feeding America has a network of 200 food banks supporting 40 million people on an annual basis. Alive Rescue is an animal welfare charity that helps save, rehabilitate, and adopt animals in need. Special Olympics Chicago provides sports training and athletic competition for children and adults with intellectual disabilities.
You can find more info on the 2020 Big 10K at their website.