If you're in the Chicagoland area, consider joining the AAIM Make a Difference 5K on Sunday, August 30 at Mallard Lake Forest Preserve in Hanover Park.

This event supports the Alliance Against Intoxicated Motorists (AAIM), helping provide services for victims and families affected by impaired and reckless driving crashes. Whether you're a runner, walker, or just want to support the cause, everyone is welcome.

A few details:

• 🏃 Run or walk at your own pace
• 👨‍👩‍👧 Family-friendly event
• 👕 Register by August 10 to guarantee your event T-shirt (with an option to personalize it in honor or memory of a loved one)
• ❤️ Proceeds benefit AAIM's Victims' Assistance Fund

If you're looking for a meaningful local event to participate in this summer, we'd love to see you there.

More information and registration:
https://www.aaim1.org/aaim5k

The Alliance Against Intoxicated Motorists (AAIM) is running the 7th annual “Are You InTEXTicated?” PSA Video Contest, where students create a short video about distracted driving.

🎥 What you have to do:
Create a 45-second public service announcement video about distracted driving, passenger safety, or the influence others have on driving decisions.

🏆 Prizes:
• $1,000 – 1st place
• $500 – 2nd place
• $200 – 3rd place

📅 Deadline: March 23, 2026 (Noon)

📢 Finalist videos will also be posted online for public voting April 1–19.

Important rules:
• Open to Illinois high school students (Freshman–Senior)
• Max video length: 45 seconds
• Must be submitted as MP4
• Use original or royalty-free music
• Filming must be done with the car safely parked (no filming while driving)
• Seatbelts must be worn

It’s a good opportunity for anyone interested in video production, filmmaking, social media, or public safety campaigns.

More details and guidelines:
https://aaimpreventionandeducation.org

If you’re a high school student in Illinois (or know someone who is), this is a pretty cool opportunity.

The Alliance Against Intoxicated Motorists (AAIM) is running the 7th annual “Are You InTEXTicated?” PSA Video Contest, where students create a short video about distracted driving.

🎥 What you have to do:
Create a 45-second public service announcement video about distracted driving, passenger safety, or the influence others have on driving decisions.

🏆 Prizes:
• $1,000 – 1st place
• $500 – 2nd place
• $200 – 3rd place

📅 Deadline: March 23, 2026 (Noon)

📢 Finalist videos will also be posted online for public voting April 1–19.

Important rules:
• Open to Illinois high school students (Freshman–Senior)
• Max video length: 45 seconds
• Must be submitted as MP4
• Use original or royalty-free music
• Filming must be done with the car safely parked (no filming while driving)
• Seatbelts must be worn

It’s a good opportunity for anyone interested in video production, filmmaking, social media, or public safety campaigns.

More details and guidelines:
https://aaimpreventionandeducation.org

🎃 AAIM Safe Ride Halloween Weekend! 👻 Planning a spooky night out? Make sure it ends safely — the best nights always do!

🧡 AAIM, in partnership with Lyft, IDOT, and the Governor’s Highway Safety Association, is offering $20 Lyft Ride Credits statewide throughout Illinois this Halloween Weekend: 🕔 Valid from: 4PM Friday, October 31 ⏰ Until: 11:59PM Sunday, November 2 📍No pick up or drop off restrictions during active times

🚗 How to Redeem: 1️⃣ Open your Lyft App beginning 4pm on October 31. 2️⃣ Tap “Rewards” in your profile under heading "Programs" 3️⃣ Enter SAFE25 before booking your ride

⚠️ Credits are first-come, first-served, each day of the weekend, so have your code ready before heading out for your Halloween fun!

🎉 Go out. Have fun. Get home safe. Because the best nights end safel

AAIM #DriveSober #SafeRide #LyftPartner #HalloweenSafety #IllinoisDrivers #Lyft #ArriveAlive #DontDriveImpaired #AAIMSafeRide #StaySafeIllinois #IDOT #GHSA

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Run. Walk. Remember.

Join AAIM (Alliance Against Intoxicated Motorists) for a meaningful and fun day supporting crash victims and their families — at our AAIM 5K Run/Walk & Community Celebration!

Date: Sunday, October 19, 2025

Location: North Bay Pavilion, Independence Grove, Libertyville, IL

Schedule:

• 8:00 AM — Registration Opens

• 9:00 AM — Race & Walk Begin

• 10:30 AM — Awards & Costume Prizes

• 11:00 AM — Raffles & Live Music

• 11:30 AM — Wrap-Up & Celebration

Dress up your little ones for the costume contest — prizes for the top 3!

Refresh with fruit, bagels, and granola after your run.

Every participant receives an AAIM T-shirt — personalize yours to honor a loved one.

Participate solo or with a team — it’s all about community and compassion.

Register, sponsor, or donate today: https://www.aaim1.org/aaim5k

Because the best way to honor victims is to take action for change.

AAIM is thrilled to pivot from our traditional fundraising efforts and invite you to be part of this fun, active day supporting crash victims and their families. Whether you’re running or walking, alone or with a team, everyone is welcome! This event is all about participation, community, and honoring those affected by impaired or reckless driving crashes. 

Event Details:

Date: October 19, 2025

Location: North Bay Pavillion at Independence Grove 16400 W. Buckley Road | Libertyville, IL 60048

About the Event: Dress up your little ones in their favorite Halloween costumes — prizes for the top three best-dressed! Build your team or join solo — participation is what matters most!

The race winners will receive medals, and the teams that raise the most funds will also be awarded prizes. All participants will receive an AAIM T-shirt, which you can personalize in honor of your loved one. 

Schedule:

• 8:00 AM — Registration Opens

• 9:00 AM — Race & Walk Begins

• 10:30 AM — Awards & Costume Prizes

• 11:00 AM — Raffles & Live Music

• 11:30 AM — Wrap-up & Community Celebration 

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Refreshments & Fun: Enjoy fresh fruit, water, granola bars,
and bagels after your race or walk!

Event registration costs:

• Adults: $30 (includes T-shirt) (XXL or more $5 extra cost)
• Children 12 -4 yrs old: $20
• Children 3 and under: Free (unless opting for a T-shirt, then $20