12th Annual Hustle Up the Hill

Hustle Up The Hill is an annual event to raise funds for Bridge Communities program partners that are sponsoring and mentoring three homeless families in a 2 year program as they transition to self-sufficiency.  

Be a part of a special event for a meaningful cause - anyone can with 2 ways to participate!! 

-Beautiful Mt. Hoy, rising 836 feet above sea level, gives you an awesome panoramic view of the western suburbs and when the sky is clear, you can see the Chicago skyline in the distance.  How many times can you hustle up Blackwell Forest Preserve's Mt Hoy in 30 minutes?

-or- do your own walk/run/hustle anytime between Sep 26-Oct 2, at Mt Hoy or at a site of your choice as part of Hustle Across the States.  Share this event with friends and family across the country. Please email photos of your personal hustle to [email protected] or [email protected] and we'll put a pin in your state!

This is a wonderful family activity - groups of 4 or more get a discount!  School or Scout teams qualify for special pricing.  Dogs are free!

Help us conquer homelessness as you conquer the mountain! 

Please join us at Mt Hoy SATURDAY September 26, 2026. 

Event details and schedule

On Saturday September 26, 2026, heats are at 9:00 am and 10:00 am.

Mt. Hoy is located in Blackwell Forest Preserve, in Warrenville on north side of Butterfield Road, between Batavia and Winfield Roads.  Follow signs from entrance to parking lot at base of Mt. Hoy.  T-shirts will be available at check in.  Coffee, water, trail mix, granola bars and fruit will be available before and after the event.  Check in is open 30 minutes prior to start of event.  You'll receive a commemorative event T-Shirt.