Photos are copyrighted by Chicago Bears or AP/Wide World Photos and are used with permission. "He was the best football player I've ever seen. It's sad to me because he had a lot greater impact on me than I had on him. And he led by example on the field. He was the complete player. He did everything. He was the greatest runner, but he was also probably the best blocking back you ever saw." (AP)

Mike Ditka

16,726 Yard Run Sponsors

We could not do the run without generous support from our sponsors. Through their generosity, we are able to put 100% of every dollar raised through the Run toward cancer research programs. Thank you to our sponsors. We encourage you to visit their sites to learn more about them.

Presenting Sponsor

Also Sponsored By

Liberty Creative Solutions

Available sponsorships

Presenting Sponsor - $25,000 +

Pro Bowl Sponsor - $15,000

Super Bowl Sponsor - $10,000

MVP Sponsor - $5,000

Logo on back of Run shirts

Playoff Sponsor - $2,500

Touchdown Sponsor - $1,000

Field Goal Sponsor - $500

^* For information on sponsorship opportunities for 2008, please email paytonfund@gatewaycr.org or call Carrie Mastrorocco at 847.342.7373.