Become an Honorary Race Chair

Become an Honorary Race Chair

Become an Honorary Race Chair for the 2025-2026 Credit Union Cherry Blossom Capitol Hill Competition

Since 2002, the Credit Union Cherry Blossom Run has raised over $11.5 million for Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals, helping to provide life-saving treatments for children across the nation. In 2024, more than 50 Senators signed on as HRCs—and your leadership can help us make 2025 our biggest year yet!

Honorary Race Chair Sign-up

What Does It Mean to Be an Honorary Race Chair?

  • Amplify Support: As an HRC, your name will be associated with an event that champions community wellness and supports life-changing pediatric care.
  • Engage Your Community: Show your dedication to making a difference in the lives of children and families by supporting one of D.C.’s most beloved events.
  • No Obligations: Serving as an HRC is a symbolic gesture of support—there’s no requirement to speak at or attend any events associated with the race. Your participation is simple but impactful.

Honorary Race Chair Commitment Overview

By signing on as an Honorary Race Chair (HRC) for the Credit Union Cherry Blossom Capitol Hill Competition, Senators show their support for Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals in a symbolic capacity with no obligations or appearances required.

Here’s what you can expect:

  • The role is purely honorary—there are no commitments to speak, attend events, or issue public statements.
  • There is no expectation for donations or fundraising efforts from the Senator or their office.
  • The event will not reference official Senate titles in any promotional materials, aside from appropriate race-related references.
  • We will honor any specific requests regarding how the Senator’s name is presented or referenced.

Our goal is to provide a seamless and meaningful way for your Senator to support this tradition while promoting children’s health and wellness without any additional obligations. For more information or to sign up, visit the Honorary Race Chair Sign-Up Page or contact us directly at [email protected].

How to Sign Up as an Honorary Race Chair

  1. Visit the Honorary Race Chair Sign-Up Page.
  2. Complete the simple online form with your information.
  3. Submit your form and join fellow Senators in making a difference!

CMN Hospitals

Why Your Support Matters

Every step taken in the Credit Union Cherry Blossom 10 Mile and 5K helps fund critical research, specialized equipment, and care programs at Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals. Your support as an HRC brings visibility to this important cause and strengthens the efforts of your team and community.

Ready to Get Involved?

Encourage your Senator or Representative to become an Honorary Race Chair today and be part of an incredible tradition of hope and healing.

For questions or additional information, contact us at [email protected].

Thank you to the following United States Senators who have pledged their support as Honorary Race Chairs of the 2023-2024 Credit Union Cherry Blossom.

U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin

U.S. Senator John Barrasso

U.S. Senator Michael Bennet

U.S. Senator Marsha Blackburn

U.S. Senator Richard Blumenthal

U.S. Senator John Boozman

U.S. Senator Mike Braun

U.S. Senator Sherrod Brown

U.S. Senator Ben Cardin

U.S. Senator Thomas Carper

U.S. Senator Bob Casey

U.S. Senator Mike Crapo

U.S. Senator Steve Daines

U.S. Senator Tammy Duckworth

U.S. Senator John Fetterman

U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand 

U.S. Senator Chuck Grassley

U.S. Senator Josh Hawley

U.S. Senator Martin Heinrich

U.S. Senator John Hickenlooper

U.S. Senator Mazie Hirono

U.S. Senator Cindy Hyde-Smith

U.S. Senator John Kennedy

U.S. Senator Angus King

U.S. Senator Cynthia Lummis

U.S. Senator Joe Manchin

U.S. Senator Edward Markey

U.S. Senator Roger Marshall

U.S. Senator Jeff Merkley

U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito

U.S. Senator Jerry Moran

U.S. Senator Markwayne Mullin

U.S. Senator Christopher Murphy

U.S. Senator Patricia Murray

U.S. Senator Gary C. Peters

U.S. Senator Jack Reed

U.S. Senator James Risch

U.S. Senator Mike Rounds

U.S. Senator Marco Rubio

U.S. Senator Bernard Sanders

Leader Charles E. Schumer

U.S. Senator Jeanne Shaheen

U.S. Senator Kyrsten Sinema

U.S. Senator Thom Tillis

U.S. Senator Chris Van Hollen

U.S. Senator Mark Warner

U.S. Senator Raphael G. Warnock 

U.S. Senator Elizabeth Warren

U.S. Senator Alex Padilla

U.S. Senator Peter Welch

U.S. Senator Roger Wicker

U.S. Senator Ron Wyden

www.cherryblossom.org

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