The Human Race Extravaganza is Now Open for Nonprofits

Charities serving McHenry County should register now to participate in the 2021 McHenry County Human Race Extravaganza. Registration is at www.mchumanrace.org. Participating charities must be a 501c3 and serve McHenry County. Over the last few years, the event has grown to support more than 70 charities.

The Human Race is an annual event that allows community members to show their appreciation to local charities by running, walking, biking, and or donating. The season begins Dec 1 when registration for individuals begins. Each individual when registering, will designate which participating charity on the drop down will receive the proceeds of their involvement.

The 2021 Human Race Extravaganza will include fun challenges that begin Dec 1 and go until April 24. During the “Official Race Period” April 25 through May 9, race participants can complete one or more events. Run/walk events include a 1-mile, 5K, and ½ marathon. This year a 9.5-mile bike event was added. RaceJoy will be utilized to time participants remotely.

Early sponsors that have stepped up to make this race possible include: General Kinematics, KW Realty, Northwestern Medicine, ADVIA Credit Union.

The Human Race is organized by Volunteer Center McHenry County, an organization that provides services that strengthen nonprofits. For more information about getting your charity in the Human Race visit www.mchumanrace.org or call 815-344-4483.