Team Ella

Ella Sorensen / Bank of America Chicago Marathon 2025

'We focus on abilities, not disabilities and we welcome every body to join us in the OK Mission where we form a collaboration, built WITH, NOT FOR the Warriors, families and communities.

We view individuals living with intellectual and developmental differences as Warriors, champions of their own journeys. Rather than seeing ourselves as the providers of enrichment and empowerment, we see our role as partners in co-creating opportunities.'

https://www.opportunityknocksnow.org/

  • $1,015

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  • $2,150

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Recent Transactions

  • Diana Hawkins

    $102.50 / 4 days ago

    Way to go, Ella! Happy training!! Marathon tip: chocolate malt at the finish.

  • Andre Couture

    $307.50 / 8 days ago

    Go go go. I did my best in Chicago….3:13 in 2016 at 56y old. You have a lot of runway. See you at graduation.

  • Margaret Testore

    $102.50 / 10 days ago

    Ella, You're a bright light and the world needs bright light. Keep shining. We're always in your corner cheering you on! The Testores

  • Sherri Sorensen-Clem

    $102.50 / 10 days ago

    Rock and Roll Team Ella. You are running this race with Grace and Dignity. Thank you for your support of others who need a lift up. It’s gals like you, fighting the good fight and stepping up to the plate, who we call hero’s ! Love you, Aunt Tony 💋💥

  • Michael Solimano

    $100.00 / 11 days ago

    Good Luck - can't wait to cheer you and Hannah on!

  • Lisa Sorensen

    $250.00 / 11 days ago

    So excited to cheer for you and OK in October. Love that you are running for such an important OP/RF local organization!!

  • Hannah Solimano

    $50.00 / 12 days ago

    Yay Ella!! Can't wait to run with you <3

About Team Ella

Hi everyone!

I am beyond excited to be running my first ever marathon! Throughout my four years at the University of Vermont, I've discovered a true joy in running, and what better way to challenge myself than by tackling 26.2 miles? (Wow, that sounds long!)

Even more meaningful than the race itself is the cause I'm running for. Opportunity Knocks (OK) is a nonprofit in my community that works with individuals living with intellectual and developmental differences. I had the privilege of volunteering with OK during high school; it’s truly an incredible organization. I’d love your support as I fundraise, train, and take on this challenge on behalf of the OK Warriors. Whether it's a words of encouragement, donations, or cheering from the sidelines, I appreciate every bit of it! Can't wait to cross that finish line in Chicago!