Going The Distance for the Salvation Army – Morton, IL 2026

This event is a charity community run with all proceeds going towards the Salvation Army. If you are unable to attend the run but would still like the help the cause, there is an option to just donate as well. Please also bring gently used shoes to the race! We will be collecting these shoes to send to the Salvation Army for local people in need. You can find the drop off containers by the main table near the start line. This year, the run will take place on June 7th at 7:00am. Please show up by 6:50am to check in at the check in table at the Morton High School main entrance on Illinois. The start and finish lines are in front of the main Morton High School entrance on Illinois Ave as well. We ask that you park in the main Morton High School parking lot. After parking, walk along Jackson St and you will find the start line on your left. You can view a course map below with mile and kilometer markers as well as a view of where to park. Restrooms are available inside of Morton High Schoo