22 Strong Walk
- Date Sat 26th September 2026
- Time 5:30AM CDT
- Location Cottleville, Missouri
- Price $54.00
- Races 2 races
Event summary
Join us for the 8th Annual 22 Strong Walk on Saturday, September 26, 2026, in the beautiful Cottleville, St. Charles! This uplifting event is dedicated to honoring and supporting our United States Military veterans, with a special focus on raising awareness about the heartbreaking issue of veteran suicide. The number 22 holds significant meaning, representing the average number of veterans who lose their lives to suicide each day.
Participate in either the 22-Mile Long Walk or the 2.2-Mile Short Walk, both taking place on the same day. Over the past seven years, this inspiring initiative has raised over $400,000 for various local and national organizations that provide crucial support to veterans, including the FOCUS Marines Foundation, Dogs For Our Brave, and the Mid America Veterans Museum. Your participation not only promotes awareness but also contributes directly to life-changing programs for our heroes. Join us in making a difference and walking for a cause that matters!
Participate in either the 22-Mile Long Walk or the 2.2-Mile Short Walk, both taking place on the same day. Over the past seven years, this inspiring initiative has raised over $400,000 for various local and national organizations that provide crucial support to veterans, including the FOCUS Marines Foundation, Dogs For Our Brave, and the Mid America Veterans Museum. Your participation not only promotes awareness but also contributes directly to life-changing programs for our heroes. Join us in making a difference and walking for a cause that matters!
Organiser's Description
Building Change is hosting their 8th annual 22 Strong walk to honor and support United States Military veterans. The number 22 is significant to the event because it represents the average number of veterans who lose their lives to suicide every day. Building Change is dedicated to eliminating veterans suicide. In seven years of the 22 Strong walk, Building Change has donated over $400,000 to local and national organizations that directly impact veterans.
2026 Events:
22-Mile In-person Walk (LONG): Saturday, September 26, 2026
2.2-Mile In-Person Walk (SHORT): Saturday, September 26, 2026
2026 BENEFICIARIES: FOCUS Marines Foundation, Dogs For Our Brave, Got Your Six PTSD Support Dogs, Joshua Chamberlain Society, Re-Emerge, and the Mid America Veterans Museum, Dogs on Duty
2026 Events:
22-Mile In-person Walk (LONG): Saturday, September 26, 2026
2.2-Mile In-Person Walk (SHORT): Saturday, September 26, 2026
2026 BENEFICIARIES: FOCUS Marines Foundation, Dogs For Our Brave, Got Your Six PTSD Support Dogs, Joshua Chamberlain Society, Re-Emerge, and the Mid America Veterans Museum, Dogs on Duty
Races
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22-Mile Walk (Long)
Incl. $4.00 Fee & Short Sleeve Tee
Sat 26th September 2026 (5:30AM CDT)
$54.00
OPENS 30 APRThis "race" is on a designated course in St. Charles County. We will start and finish in the same location (Frankie Martin's Garden in Cottleville, MO). The 22 miles represent the average of 22 veterans who lose their lives to suicide every day. Walk as few or as many miles of this course as you would like. There will be rest stops with shuttles to the starting location, fuel (water, Gatorade, food!), and toilets along the course. These stops are sponsored by St. Louis Print Group. Post race: enjoy lunch on us (BBQ), bid on silent auction items, and mingle with our beneficiaries. -
2.2-Mile Walk (Short)
Incl. $4.00 Fee & Short Sleeve Tee
Sat 26th September 2026 (11:30AM CDT)
$54.00
OPENS 30 APRThis "race" is on a designated course in St. Charles County. We will start and finish in the same location (Frankie Martin's Garden in Cottleville, MO). The 2.2 miles represent the average of 22 veterans who lose their lives to suicide every day. Walk as few or as many miles of this course as you would like. We are family and dog friendly, however this race is self-supported. Water/refreshments will not be available along the course. Grab a bottle of water and bring it with you! Post race: enjoy lunch on us (BBQ), bid on silent auction items, and mingle with our beneficiaries.
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