Airman Christian Bellmore Memorial Run/walk
- Date Sat 21st June 2025
- Time 8:00AM EDT
- Location Merritt Island, Florida
- Price $28.00
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
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Event summary
Join us for the 2nd Annual Airman Christian Bellmore Memorial Run/Walk on Saturday, June 21, 2025, in beautiful Merritt Island, Brevard. This uplifting event will take place from 8:00 AM to 11:30 AM at 400 S Sykes Creek Pkwy, where participants can choose to run a 5K or 10K in honor of the brave Airman Christian Bellmore, who tragically lost his life while serving his country.
This memorial run not only celebrates Christian's legacy but also aims to raise awareness about healthcare for military personnel and provide crucial support to first-term service members as they begin their journey. With half of the proceeds benefiting the Merritt Island Veterans Memorial Center, attendees have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact while honoring a hero. Runners will compete for exciting prizes, including medals for the top finishers in various age groups. Don’t miss this chance to come together as a community and pay tribute to Airman Bellmore while supporting a worthy cause!
This memorial run not only celebrates Christian's legacy but also aims to raise awareness about healthcare for military personnel and provide crucial support to first-term service members as they begin their journey. With half of the proceeds benefiting the Merritt Island Veterans Memorial Center, attendees have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact while honoring a hero. Runners will compete for exciting prizes, including medals for the top finishers in various age groups. Don’t miss this chance to come together as a community and pay tribute to Airman Bellmore while supporting a worthy cause!
Organiser's Description
Run in Honor of Airman Christian Bellmore.
5k 10K Run at 400 S Sykes Creek Pkwy
Merritt Island, FL 32952,
08:00 -11:30 21 June 2025
Gold Star Mother, Samantha Mecke, Announces 2nd Annual Memorial Run in Honor of Airman Christian Bellmore.
Samantha Mecke, a Gold Star mother and 18 year active duty service member in the United States Army, is honored to announce the 2nd Annual Memorial Run in tribute to her son, Airman Christian Bellmore, who tragically passed away while serving on active duty. This event aims to raise awareness about healthcare in the military and support first-term service members.
The primary objective of this Memorial Run is to provide meaningful support and mentorship to new service members as they embark on their journey in the armed forces. In recognition of the invaluable support received, half of the proceeds from the event will be donated to the Merritt Island Veterans Memorial Center.
This organization has profoundly honored Christians memory and supported Samantha and her family during their most challenging time. Participants and supporters are invited to join this event to honor Airman Christian Bellmores legacy and contribute to a cause that ensures new service members receive the care and mentorship they need.
All runners and guests to use the West entrance of Veterans Memorial Park. No access through the Center and museum due to construction. Will email the route week of the race.
We have 50 spaces there and overage can park along the harbor woods road or in the mall near Fortenberry rd.
There will be prizes for top overall finishers and Medals for 1st, second, and third by age group men and women.
5k 10K Run at 400 S Sykes Creek Pkwy
Merritt Island, FL 32952,
08:00 -11:30 21 June 2025
Gold Star Mother, Samantha Mecke, Announces 2nd Annual Memorial Run in Honor of Airman Christian Bellmore.
Samantha Mecke, a Gold Star mother and 18 year active duty service member in the United States Army, is honored to announce the 2nd Annual Memorial Run in tribute to her son, Airman Christian Bellmore, who tragically passed away while serving on active duty. This event aims to raise awareness about healthcare in the military and support first-term service members.
The primary objective of this Memorial Run is to provide meaningful support and mentorship to new service members as they embark on their journey in the armed forces. In recognition of the invaluable support received, half of the proceeds from the event will be donated to the Merritt Island Veterans Memorial Center.
This organization has profoundly honored Christians memory and supported Samantha and her family during their most challenging time. Participants and supporters are invited to join this event to honor Airman Christian Bellmores legacy and contribute to a cause that ensures new service members receive the care and mentorship they need.
All runners and guests to use the West entrance of Veterans Memorial Park. No access through the Center and museum due to construction. Will email the route week of the race.
We have 50 spaces there and overage can park along the harbor woods road or in the mall near Fortenberry rd.
There will be prizes for top overall finishers and Medals for 1st, second, and third by age group men and women.
Races
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2nd Annual Airman Christian Bellmore Memorial Run
Incl. T-Shirt
Sat 21st June 2025 (8:00AM EDT)
$28.00
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