Minot AFB - CMSAF Binnicker Memorial Run
- Date Fri 2nd October 2026
- Time 8:00AM CDT
- Location Minot AFB, North Dakota
- Price $32.80
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
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Event summary
Join us for the vibrant 2026 CMSAF Binnicker Memorial Run on Friday, October 2, 2026, at the scenic Bud Ebert Park located at Minot Air Force Base in Ward. This exciting event kicks off at 8:00 AM, inviting participants to run or walk a 5K while supporting a worthy cause. The first 25 registrants will be rewarded with an official race shirt and challenge coin, making this not just a race but a memorable experience packed with community spirit.
This year's run aims to raise funds for the memory care wing at Hawthorn House, an assisted living residence for military widows, retirees, veterans, and their families affected by Alzheimer's disease and dementia. Every dollar raised will directly contribute to providing essential care and support for these residents. Participants are encouraged to go the extra mile by creating fundraisers through the Extra Mile Challenge, with top fundraisers receiving special rewards. Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to combine fitness and philanthropy, all while honoring the legacy of CMSAF James C. Binnicker, a champion for dignity and respect in care. Sign up today and be part of this uplifting event!
This year's run aims to raise funds for the memory care wing at Hawthorn House, an assisted living residence for military widows, retirees, veterans, and their families affected by Alzheimer's disease and dementia. Every dollar raised will directly contribute to providing essential care and support for these residents. Participants are encouraged to go the extra mile by creating fundraisers through the Extra Mile Challenge, with top fundraisers receiving special rewards. Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to combine fitness and philanthropy, all while honoring the legacy of CMSAF James C. Binnicker, a champion for dignity and respect in care. Sign up today and be part of this uplifting event!
Organiser's Description
The 2026 CMSAF Binnicker Memorial Run at Minot AFB hosted by AFSA Chapter 959 will take place on Friday, October 2, 2026, at 0800 at Bud Ebert Park. The first 25 registrants will receive an official race shirt and challenge coin. Sign up now to run or walk the 5K.
_IT'S ABOUT MUCH MORE THAN RUNNING._
SUPPORTING "CARE FOR ALZHEIMER'S"
The CMSAF Binnicker Memorial Run hosted by AFSA Chapter 959 will benefit the memory care wing at Air Force Enlisted Village [https://afev.us/]'s assisted living residence, Hawthorn House [https://afev.us/assisted-living], where military widows, retirees, veterans, and their family members with Alzheimers disease and dementia reside. Every dollar raised from this event will provide care and support for the residents there.
GO THE EXTRA MILE
Go the extra mile by creating a fundraiser in conjunction with your run. We call it the Extra Mile Challenge, and well reward the top fundraisers [https://runsignup.com/Race/CMSAFJamesCBinnickerMemorialVIRTUALRun/Page/fundraise_1].
RACE FOR FREE
Register and commit to fundraising $109 for the Air Force Enlisted Village, and well refund you up to your registration costs when you've raised $109.
_EVERY DOLLAR YOU RAISE WILL PROVIDE CARE AND SUPPORT FOR MILITARY WIDOWS, RETIREES, VETERANS, AND THEIR FAMILY MEMBERS WHO LIVE ON OUR MEMORY CARE WING AT THE AIR FORCE ENLISTED VILLAGES ASSISTED LIVING RESIDENCE, HAWTHORN HOUSE._
EVENT HISTORY
The inaugural CMSAF James C. Binnicker Memorial 9K was held in August of 2015 at Bob Hope Village in Shalimar, Florida. The idea for the event was suggested by Airmen from nearby Eglin AFB who were participating in the Air Force Marathon. The Airmen wanted to honor CMSAF Binnicker while training for their upcoming marathon. Since CMSAF Binnicker served as the 9th Chief Master Sergeant of the Air Force, it was only fitting the event was a 9K run.
ABOUT CMSAF BINNICKER
CMSAF#9 James C. Binnicker served as the Air Force Enlisted Village's President and CEO from 2000 to 2015. Binnicker believed the residents should be treated with respect and dignity. He created The Mom Rule which all employees use to this day in working with residents or making decisions for residents. Binnicker's vision brought many additions to the Bob Hope Village campus to include the Garden of Hope, the Bob Gates Welcome Center, and Hawthorn House, an assisted living residence with an option for memory care for residents with Alzheimer's and dementia. Binnicker served as the 9th Chief Master Sergeant of the United States Air Force from 1986 to 1990. Read more about Binnicker HERE [https://www.af.mil/About-Us/Biographies/Display/Article/107742/james-c-binnicker/].
_IT'S ABOUT MUCH MORE THAN RUNNING._
SUPPORTING "CARE FOR ALZHEIMER'S"
The CMSAF Binnicker Memorial Run hosted by AFSA Chapter 959 will benefit the memory care wing at Air Force Enlisted Village [https://afev.us/]'s assisted living residence, Hawthorn House [https://afev.us/assisted-living], where military widows, retirees, veterans, and their family members with Alzheimers disease and dementia reside. Every dollar raised from this event will provide care and support for the residents there.
GO THE EXTRA MILE
Go the extra mile by creating a fundraiser in conjunction with your run. We call it the Extra Mile Challenge, and well reward the top fundraisers [https://runsignup.com/Race/CMSAFJamesCBinnickerMemorialVIRTUALRun/Page/fundraise_1].
RACE FOR FREE
Register and commit to fundraising $109 for the Air Force Enlisted Village, and well refund you up to your registration costs when you've raised $109.
_EVERY DOLLAR YOU RAISE WILL PROVIDE CARE AND SUPPORT FOR MILITARY WIDOWS, RETIREES, VETERANS, AND THEIR FAMILY MEMBERS WHO LIVE ON OUR MEMORY CARE WING AT THE AIR FORCE ENLISTED VILLAGES ASSISTED LIVING RESIDENCE, HAWTHORN HOUSE._
EVENT HISTORY
The inaugural CMSAF James C. Binnicker Memorial 9K was held in August of 2015 at Bob Hope Village in Shalimar, Florida. The idea for the event was suggested by Airmen from nearby Eglin AFB who were participating in the Air Force Marathon. The Airmen wanted to honor CMSAF Binnicker while training for their upcoming marathon. Since CMSAF Binnicker served as the 9th Chief Master Sergeant of the Air Force, it was only fitting the event was a 9K run.
ABOUT CMSAF BINNICKER
CMSAF#9 James C. Binnicker served as the Air Force Enlisted Village's President and CEO from 2000 to 2015. Binnicker believed the residents should be treated with respect and dignity. He created The Mom Rule which all employees use to this day in working with residents or making decisions for residents. Binnicker's vision brought many additions to the Bob Hope Village campus to include the Garden of Hope, the Bob Gates Welcome Center, and Hawthorn House, an assisted living residence with an option for memory care for residents with Alzheimer's and dementia. Binnicker served as the 9th Chief Master Sergeant of the United States Air Force from 1986 to 1990. Read more about Binnicker HERE [https://www.af.mil/About-Us/Biographies/Display/Article/107742/james-c-binnicker/].
Races
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5K Run/Walk
Incl. $2.80 Fee & Long Sleeve Performance Shirt and Challenge Coin
Fri 2nd October 2026 (8:00AM CDT)
$32.80
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146 Missile Ave, Minot AFB, 96818, ND, United States
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