2018 BANK OF AMERICA CHICAGO MARATHON
PARTICIPANT COMMITMENT, WAIVER, AND RELEASE FORM
Fundraising Commitment: As a Team After School Matters Runner (“Team ASM Runner”), I pledge to raise a minimum of $1,250 on or before November 7, 2018, if I am guaranteed entry prior to the non-guaranteed entry drawing (lottery) on November 30, 2017. If I am provided guaranteed entry after the lottery, I pledge to raise a minimum of $1,500 on or before November 7th, 2018. I am expected to fulfill my fundraising obligations even if I do not participate in the 2018 Bank of America Chicago Marathon (the “Event”), whether due to injury or other reasons. After School Matters, Inc. (“ASM”) reserves the right to remove me from the ASM Charity Team Program if I fail to fulfill the minimum fundraising requirements.
Registration Requirements: I understand the following registration requirements:
1. I must be 18 years or older to participate in the Event as a Team ASM Runner;
2. Event registration cannot be transferred to another person;
3. Charity guaranteed entries cannot be deferred;
4. Event registration must be completed through the official race website and registering for the Event is separate from any team paperwork; and
5. No refunds of any sort can be issued for any reason after I register for the Event.
Waiver and Release: I certify that I am physically fit, sufficiently prepared for participation in the Event, and have not been advised to not participate by a qualified medical professional. I certify that there are no health-related reasons or problems which preclude my participation in this Event. I consent to receive medical treatment which may be deemed advisable in the event of injury, accident, and/or illness during the Event. I understand that, except as otherwise agreed to by After School Matters, Inc. (“ASM”), in writing, ASM does not carry or maintain health, medical, or disability insurance for any Team ASM Runner.
In consideration of permitting me to participate in this Event, I hereby take action for myself, my executors, administrators, heirs, next of kin, successors, and assigns as follows:
1. I assume all risks associated with Event participation, including risks of injury and death;
2. I waive, release, and discharge ASM, and its officers, directors, board members, employees and agents, and all event sponsors, from all claims or liabilities of any kind arising out of my participation in this Event; and
3. I understand that I may be photographed during this Event and related activities, and I agree to allow my photo, video, or film likeness to be used for any legitimate purpose by ASM or event sponsors.
This waiver and release of liability shall be construed broadly to provide a release and waiver to the maximum extent permissible under applicable law.
I CERTIFY THAT I HAVE READ THIS DOCUMENT, AND I FULLY UNDERSTAND ITS CONTENT.