MVHCT Heroic Walk, Run & Roll 5K and .5 Mile

  • Date Sat 7th June 2025
  • Time 7:00AM EDT
  • Location Chesterfield, Michigan
  • Price Free - $38.60
  • Races 3 races
  • Distances 5km

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Event summary

Join us for the 4th Annual MVHCT Heroic Walk, Run & Roll on Saturday, June 7th, 2025, in beautiful Chesterfield Township, Macomb! This exciting community event is designed for participants of all abilities, featuring a 5K run/walk and a special 0.5-mile Remembrance Walk. Whether you’re a seasoned runner or just looking to enjoy a scenic stroll, this event is a fantastic way to honor our veterans while supporting a great cause. All proceeds go directly to the Michigan Veteran Homes at Chesterfield Township's charitable support fund, enhancing the quality of life for our brave heroes.

Get ready for a day filled with fitness, fun, and gratitude! Arrive early to enjoy a memorable opening ceremony and meet our beloved mascots, Emma and Charlie, the majestic bald eagles. Participants will receive a commemorative shirt and a finisher medal, along with a delicious hotdog lunch courtesy of our sponsors. Don’t miss this opportunity to connect with fellow community members, celebrate our veterans, and make a meaningful impact. Lace up your shoes and come out to support those who have served our nation on this special day!

Organiser's Description

MVHCT IS EXCITED TO ANNOUNCE THAT ON JUNE 7TH, 2025, WE WILL BE HOSTING OUR 4TH ANNUAL COMMUNITY WALK/RUN EVENT THAT IS OPEN TO PEOPLE OF ALL ABILITIES. ALL PROCEEDS FROM THIS EVENT WILL BE DIRECTED TO THE MVH AT CHESTERFIELD TOWNSHIPS CHARITABLE SUPPORT FUND, WHICH HELPS ENHANCE THE QUALITY OF LIFE FOR OUR MEMBERS AND SO MUCH MORE.

5K RUN/WALK

Join Us for the 4th Annual Run, Walk, or Roll!

Experience the beautiful grounds of our heroes home while supporting a great cause! As you arrive, be sure to catch a glimpse of our beloved mascots, Emma and Charlie, our majestic bald eagles. You can view them from the road, but please respect their spacegetting too close could disturb their nest, and we want to keep them safe for our veterans to enjoy.

This event is open to participants of all abilities, ensuring everyone can take part in honoring and supporting our veterans. All proceeds will go to the charitable support fund at Michigan Veteran Homes at Chesterfield Township, helping to provide quality of life programs, activities, outings, and more for those who have served our nation.

Lace up, roll out, and join us for a meaningful day of fitness, fun, and gratitude!

REMEMBRANCE WALK (.5 MILE)

Not a runner? No problem! This event is for everyoneincluding you. Lace up your walking shoes and join our heroes for a 0.5-mile loop of remembrance around the home. Its more than just a walkits a chance to honor, connect, and thank the veterans who have given so much for our nation.

Whether you're here to have fun, dress up, give high-fives, or even volunteer to push a veteran in the walk, theres a way for everyone to be involved. (Check out the volunteer link for details!)

As a token of our appreciation, all participants will receive a commemorative shirt if registered before May 23rd, plus the unforgettable experience of meeting some of the bravest individuals, their families, and the incredible staff who serve them every day.

Come walk, celebrate, and make a differencebecause honoring our heroes is always worth the step!

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES- (RACE SHIRTS ARE NOT INCLUDED WITH VOLUNTEER PARTICIPATION AND MUST BE PURCHASED SEPARATELY BEFORE MAY 16TH.

We want this to be a truly memorable event for our heroes, and to make it a success, WE NEED YOU! We invite you to help us bring the Heroic Veterans Walk, Run and Roll Remembrance Walk and 5k race to the community. This event will be a fantastic opportunity to celebrate with friends, family, and neighbors, and we cant do it without your support.

It truly takes a village, and we would be grateful if you could review the volunteer opportunities below and consider contributing your time and talents. Your involvement will make a significant impact, and we appreciate any help you can provide.

Thank you in advance for the gift of your time. Together, we can make this event an unforgettable experience!

INTERESTED IN BEING A VOLUNTEER FOR OUR EVENT? CHOOSE YOUR PREFERRED VOLUNTEER POSITION HERE. [https://runsignup.com/Race/Volunteer/MI/Chesterfield/MVHCTVeteranWalkRunRoll]



SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES SUPPORTING THE CHARITABLE SUPPORT FUND AVAILABLE

CONTACT RYAN ENGLE AT 517.285.5375 OR [email protected]



RACE DAY SCHEDULE

7:30 AM -9:45 AM CHECK-IN & WALK-UP REGISTRATION IN TENT- PARTICIPANTS/ VOLUNTEERS. VOLUNTEERS PLEASE ARRIVE PRIOR TO 9:00AM

8:55 AM OPENING CEREMONY AT THE STARTING LINE

9:15 AM REMEMBRANCE WALK STARTS

9:50 AM 5K RUNNERS AND CHARIOTS REPORT TO START LINE

10:00 AM 5K STARTS

10 AM-12 PM HOTDOG LUNCH, PROVIDED BY OUR SPONSOR

10:15-11:00 AM FINISHER MEDALS AT FINISH LINE

11:30-11:45 AM TOP AGE BRACKET WINNERS AND SILENT AUCTION ANNOUNCED





**PARKING WILL BE OFF SITE. PLEASE ALLOW FOR AN EXTRA 10-15 MINUTES TO PARK AND GET TO THE STAGING AREA.

**ALL REGISTERED RUNNERS AND WALKERS WILL RECEIVE A FINISHER MEDAL, RACE T-SHIRT AND LUNCH.

**VOLUNTEERS CAN PURCHASE A SHIRT WITH THEIR $10 VOLUNTEER EVENT REGISTRATION BEFORE MAY 16TH.

DON'T FORGET TO SIGN UP FOR YOUR PREFERRED VOLUNTEER POSITION!

Races

  • .5 Mile Walk

    Incl. $3.30 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 7th June 2025 (9:00AM EDT)

    $33.30

  • 5k Run/Walk

    Incl. $3.60 Fee & T-Shirt With Paid Registration ONLY!

    Sat 7th June 2025 (10:15AM EDT)

    $38.60

    The course is 100% on MVH property and is closed to vehicular traffic. NOTE: Paid registered participants before May 16th will receive the commemorative race t-shirt.
  • Volunteer

    Incl. T-Shirt

    Sat 7th June 2025 (7:00AM EDT)

    Free

    Note: Due to increased costs and our commitment to raising as much as possible for our heroes, we kindly ask that volunteers purchase this years commemorative race shirt for $10 if they would like one. There is no requirement to purchase or wear a shirtthis is simply a friendly request to help support the events fundraising efforts. If you're interested, please place your order by May 16. Thank you for your continued support!

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Location

Michigan Veteran Homes at Chesterfield, 47901 Sugarbush, Chesterfield, 48047, MI, United States

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