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Sure, it\u2019s easy to write out a check for a good cause, but why not get outside, get moving, and <\/i>give back? These 10 spring races support local and national charities \u2014 from a 5K in support of animal rescue (costumed pets included) to a foam-filled run for kids in need. Or for a real change of pace, hit the Wings for Life<\/a> starting line and \u2014 rather than racing toward the finish \u2014 let the finish line catch up to you! While the themes and charities<\/a> are all different, each of these races has the same goal in mind: helping others. So dust off those sneakers, and get ready to make a difference!<\/p>\n Note: Each of the below events take place this May and June, and are listed by date. While we couldn\u2019t include each and every charitable race we love, this list reflects a mix of our editorial team\u2019s top picks \u2014 big and small \u2014 that support a variety of great causes across the country. Don\u2019t see your pick? Share it in the comments below.<\/p>\n Location: <\/b>Chicago, IL Location: <\/b>Brookhaven, GA Locations: <\/b>35 locations, 6 continents RELATED:<\/strong> The 50 Best Half-Marathons in the U.S.<\/a><\/p>\n Location: <\/b>Multiple locations Location:<\/b> Indianapolis, IN RELATED:<\/strong> The 13 Most Epic Mud Runs<\/a><\/p>\n Location:<\/b> Baton Rouge, LA Location:<\/b> Orlando, FL Location: <\/b>Raleigh, NC RELATED:<\/strong> Think Pink: 9 Inspiring Breast Cancer Awareness Races<\/a><\/p>\n Location: <\/b>34 locations![\"Glo](\"https:\/\/cdn-life.dailyburn.com\/life\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/04\/10051156\/Glo-Run.jpg\")
1.<\/b> The Glo Run Chicago<\/a><\/b><\/h3>\n
\nDate: <\/b>May 2, 2015
\nGlo big or go home! With no clock or chip timing, this night run (with more than 15 locations nationwide) is all about having fun. Runners can expect lots of flashing lights, plenty of music, and of course, glow in the dark gear is strongly recommended. Fundraising for the Chicago 5K benefits Back on My Feet<\/a>, a national nonprofit that provides the homeless with financial aid, job training, and access to employment opportunities.<\/p>\n![\"Big](\"https:\/\/cdn-life.dailyburn.com\/life\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/04\/10051155\/Big-Peach-5K_Karen-Kaye.jpg\")
2. <\/b>Big Peach 5K for Blood Cancer<\/b><\/a><\/h3>\n
\nDate:<\/b> April 25, 2015
\nLace up your sneaks for a scenic 5K course that winds through beautiful Brookhaven, Georgia, to benefit the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society in the fight against blood cancer. Since its inaugural 2006 run, this popular event \u2014 sponsored by Nike and Atlanta\u2019s own Big Peach Running Co.<\/a> \u2014 has raised more than $120,000. And hey, since it poured over the race course last year it won\u2019t rain this year, right? (Fingers crossed!)<\/p>\n![\"Wings](\"https:\/\/cdn-life.dailyburn.com\/life\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/04\/10051154\/Wings-for-Life-2_Philipp-Schuster_Red-Bull-Content-Pool_2.jpg\")
3. <\/b>Wings for Life World Run<\/a><\/b><\/h3>\n
\nDate:<\/b> May 3, 2015
\nStart your engines and keep away<\/i> from the finish line? The first annual Wings for Life World Race is, well, a little unconventional. Hundreds of runners will race at the same time at 35 different cities across the world \u2014 from Santa Clarita, California to Auckland, New Zealand. A half hour after the start signal, \u201ccatcher cars\u201d set off to chase the participants. At timed intervals, the cars bump up their pace, inching closer and closer to the leaders of the pack. Better keep up though, once the car catches up to you, that\u2019s your finish line. All proceeds go toward Wings for Life<\/a>, a foundation that funds research into finding a cure for spinal cord injury.<\/p>\n![\"Miles](\"https:\/\/cdn-life.dailyburn.com\/life\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/04\/10051153\/Miles-for-Melanoma_No-Credit-Necessary.jpg\")
4. <\/b>Miles for Melanoma<\/a><\/b><\/h3>\n
\nDate:<\/b> Multiple dates (typically weekend mornings)
\nHeld in multiple locations across the U.S. \u2014 including Ocean City, NJ; Fort Myers, FL and Savannah, GA \u2014 this walkable and runnable 5K course helps discover and fund better treatments for melanoma<\/a>. Check out the registration pages for each location for more details or to participate virtually.<\/p>\n![\"Mudder's](\"https:\/\/cdn-life.dailyburn.com\/life\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/04\/10051152\/Mudders-Day-Run.jpg\")
5. <\/b>Mudder’s Day Run<\/a><\/b><\/h3>\n
\nDate:<\/b> May 30, 2015
\nThis Mother\u2019s Day, make your Mama proud at this mud-filled 5K to benefit the Hollis Adams Foundation<\/a>, devoted to bettering the lives of adults with developmental and intellectual disabilities. The Mudder\u2019s Day course features 15 obstacles \u2014 including rope climbs, barb wire crawls and tight rope walks, to name a few \u2014 all of which will no doubt turn you 50 shades of brown from head to toe. Clean off then cool down with a post-race cold one from Bier Brewery.<\/p>\n![\"Superhero](\"https:\/\/cdn-life.dailyburn.com\/life\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/04\/10051151\/Superhero-Dash_Pond5.jpg\")
6. <\/b>Superhero Dash<\/a><\/b><\/h3>\n
\nDate:<\/b> May 16, 2015
\nDust off that Superwoman cape or Spidey mask for this race of heroic proportions. The lakeside 5K benefits the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation<\/a>, dedicated to finding a cure for the genetic chronic disease that affects 30,000 people in the U.S. And don\u2019t forget, prizes will be awarded for best costume, so don\u2019t skimp on the Lycra.<\/p>\n![\"Run](\"https:\/\/cdn-life.dailyburn.com\/life\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/04\/10051150\/Run-for-Rescues_Pond5.jpg\")
7. <\/b>Run for Rescues Fashionable 5K<\/a><\/b><\/h3>\n
\nDate: <\/b>May 17, 2014
\nBring along your furry friend for the first annual Run for Rescues. Two-legged and four-legged racers are encouraged to dress their finest for the 5K and one miler races \u2014 tutus, tiaras and bow ties included. After the race, head over to the \u201cpup-arazzi\u201d-filled red carpet or visit the cats and dogs up for adoption. Fido could always use a friend, right? All proceeds raised help pets through the <\/span>SPCA of Central Florida<\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n![\"Susan](\"https:\/\/cdn-life.dailyburn.com\/life\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/04\/10051150\/SGK-Race-for-the-Cure_Komen-North-Carolina-Triangle-to-the-Coast.jpg\")
8. <\/b>Susan G. Komen Triangle Race for the Cure<\/a><\/b><\/h3>\n
\nDate: <\/b>June, 13, 2015
\nRace for the Cure,\u00a0Susan G. Komen Foundation\u2019s<\/a> biggest annual fundraising event (with dozens of locations world wide), is all about celebrating survivors of breast cancer<\/a>, honoring those who\u2019ve lost their battle, and raising awareness. This race is open to all fitness levels \u2014 in fact, 90 percent of the race\u2019s participants choose to walk rather than run. The option is yours! Fun fact: While the course itself isn\u2019t a triangle, the race gets its name from Raleigh\u2019s Research Triangle Park<\/a>.<\/p>\n![\"5K](\"https:\/\/cdn-life.dailyburn.com\/life\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/04\/10051149\/5K-Foam-Fest_Game-Face-Media.jpg\")
9. <\/b>5K Foam Fest<\/a><\/b><\/h3>\n
\nDate: <\/b>Various dates\u00a0
\n<\/b>Foam, mud and water are integral to this messy but oh-so-fun run. Prepare for obstacles including climbing walls, ropes, squirt guns and\u2026 a chamber of foam! In partnership with A Child\u2019s Hope Foundation<\/a>, the proceeds from this 5K help provide housing and basic necessities to orphaned children in developing countries.<\/p>\n![\"Race](\"https:\/\/cdn-life.dailyburn.com\/life\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/04\/10051148\/Race-Against-the-Odds_Keith-Desserich-The-Cure-Starts-Now-Foundation.jpg\")
10. <\/b>Race Against the Odds<\/b><\/a><\/h3>\n