Team Thrive was inspired by Dan Hohs in 2018, a versatile athlete who found wellness through competitive endurance sports. He was a beacon of hope and positivity who found balance and control over his challenges with bipolar disorder through physical endeavors.
Now, Team Thrive continues to take to the streets of Chicago for the annual Bank of America Chicago Marathon, dedicating their experience to raising funds for proactive suicide prevention and increasing the visibility of resources.
Run with Team Thrive in 2027!
Your Commitment as a Team Thrive Runner
2026 Team Thrive Testimonials
“Running is good for my mental health because it challenges me. Before September of last year, I absolutely hated running, so to go from that to running a marathon is wild to me, but exciting at the same time!”
— Ryan Conway, 2026
“To me, hope looks like hanging out with family and friends or relaxing by doing something I enjoy, like working out or playing music.
— Gabe Gazzola, 2026
“When I don't feel good and don't know what to do about it, running is a consistent good-for-me thing that I can turn to to show myself that I still have strength left to push through whatever I need to. It also helps connect me with other people through a shared love of the activity.”
— Nate White, 2026
The Chicago Area Runners Association, CARA, is a non-profit organization committed to serving and advocating for the local running community. Known as “Chicagoland’s running club,” they provide accessible opportunities for all runners to train, race, learn, be social, and volunteer.
In preparation for the 2026 Bank of America Chicago Marathon, we are partnering with CARA to provide our Team Thrive members with training opportunities to assist them as they work towards their marathon goal!
For more information, please contact training@cararuns.org.
Thanks For Helping Us Cheer On Our 2026 Marathon Runners!
Collectively, Team Thrive raised $84,351 for Hope For The Day, smashing their fundraising goals.
Join our cheering section next year, and stay tuned for details ahead of the 2027 race!
