Officer Shawn Silvera Memorial 5K
- Date Sun 20th September 2026
- Time 9:30AM CDT
- Location Forest Lake, Minnesota
- Price $11.60 - $27.50
- Races 4 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile
Event summary
Join us for the Officer Shawn Silvera Memorial 5K on Sunday, September 20, 2026, in the beautiful Forest Lake, Washington. This uplifting event honors the memory of Officer Shawn Silvera, who tragically lost his life in the line of duty, and celebrates the dedication of all first responders. The race features two exciting challenges: the Public Safety Challenge, where teams comprised of first responders and their supporters compete for a coveted traveling trophy, and the Civilian 5K Challenge, open to runners of all backgrounds who wish to pay tribute to our heroes while striving for personal achievement.
Participants can run solo or form teams of any size, with special awards waiting for those who excel. Proceeds from this event will support essential mental health services for veterans and first responders, helping to strengthen community ties. Whether you’re running for fun, competition, or to give back, this is a day filled with camaraderie, inspiration, and purpose. Lace up your sneakers and run with us to honor the legacy of Officer Silvera and support those who serve our communities!
Participants can run solo or form teams of any size, with special awards waiting for those who excel. Proceeds from this event will support essential mental health services for veterans and first responders, helping to strengthen community ties. Whether you’re running for fun, competition, or to give back, this is a day filled with camaraderie, inspiration, and purpose. Lace up your sneakers and run with us to honor the legacy of Officer Silvera and support those who serve our communities!
Organiser's Description
OFFICER SHAWN SILVERA'S STORY
Officer Shawn Silvera, of the Lino Lakes Police Department, made the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty on September 6, 2005, while deploying stop-sticks during a high-speed chase. His life was taken tragically at the age of 32, leaving behind his wife and two young children. This race is held in his memory and pays tribute to a life dedicated to service. Fallen but never forgotten.
Life is made by what we give. Run with us!
THE INVISIBLE WOUNDS PROJECT
Our mission is to support the mental health and well-being of veterans, first responders, and their families. We connect these individuals with therapists experienced in their unique challenges and offer wellness programs and social opportunities to help them engage with their communities. Our initiatives strengthen family ties, build a supportive network, and benefit hundreds each year by fostering purpose and giving back. Donations and fundraising efforts like this are essential, enabling us to continue providing these vital services and expanding our impact within the community.
THE PUBLIC SAFETY CHALLENGE is a special event dedicated to honoring all first responders, including Law Enforcement, Firefighters, EMS personnel, front-line medical staff, Corrections officers, Dispatch professionals, and Military members. This challenge brings these heroes together in a friendly competition, where teams compete for a coveted traveling trophy. Challenge Accepted!
How to Participate
You can form a Public Safety Challenge Team or join an existing one to be part of the excitement and camaraderie.
A minimum of four runners is required to create a team.
The team captain registers the team with a chosen team name.
AT LEAST TWO TEAM MEMBERS MUST BE CURRENT OR FORMER FIRST RESPONDERS.
The remaining two runners can be friends or family members recruited by the team.
The best three finishing places from a team will determine the Challenge Champions, and at least two of these three must be First Responders whose place points are scored.
THE CIVILIAN 5K CHALLENGE is a spirited race held in tandem with the Public Safety Challenge, inviting runners who seek not only personal achievement but also the opportunity to pay tribute to our nations veterans and first responders. Whether running solo or as part of a teamof any sizeparticipants join together in recognition of the courage and dedication shown by those who serve.
* No service record is required; everyone is welcome to participate.
* Participants may run solo or as part of a team of any size.
* For teams, the top three finishers places will be counted to determine the Civilian Challenge Champions.
* All runners in both the Civilian 5k Challenge and the Public Safety Challenge are eligible for special awards.
The day is designed to celebrate healthy competition and honor the enduring legacy of our heroes.
DONATIONS:
Our first responders give so much every day. Help us give back! Proceeds from the run support mental health needs and youth considering a career in law enforcement. Consider making a $10 donation at registrationthe cost of a fancy latte at Starbucks or a chicken quesadilla at Taco Bell. Your generosity makes a difference, and it feels good to give!
BECOME A FUNDRAISER! Sign up to become one of our fundraisers. It's the best way to contribute the most and comes with it's own set of awards!
SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
Become a sponsor, get involved, and help support our first responders! Companies and individuals looking to show their appreciation can contribute through sponsorships. We offer sponsorship levels to match your interest and involvement. For full details email: [email protected]
VENDOR FAIR
We are pleased to invite vendors to participate. This event provides an excellent opportunity for businesses and organizations to promote their products and services while connecting with a large audience of first responders, veterans, and their friends and families.
Booth Space Details
Vendors will be offered booth space at no cost during the event. We encourage participating vendors to make the most of this opportunity to engage with attendees and showcase their offerings.
Donation Request
While there is no fee for booth space, we kindly request a donation of 15% or more from the profits made on race day. Your generous contribution will help support Invisible Wounds Project and its mission.
How to Secure Your Spot
Space for vendors is limited. To reserve your booth, please email Matt at [email protected]
Officer Shawn Silvera, of the Lino Lakes Police Department, made the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty on September 6, 2005, while deploying stop-sticks during a high-speed chase. His life was taken tragically at the age of 32, leaving behind his wife and two young children. This race is held in his memory and pays tribute to a life dedicated to service. Fallen but never forgotten.
Life is made by what we give. Run with us!
THE INVISIBLE WOUNDS PROJECT
Our mission is to support the mental health and well-being of veterans, first responders, and their families. We connect these individuals with therapists experienced in their unique challenges and offer wellness programs and social opportunities to help them engage with their communities. Our initiatives strengthen family ties, build a supportive network, and benefit hundreds each year by fostering purpose and giving back. Donations and fundraising efforts like this are essential, enabling us to continue providing these vital services and expanding our impact within the community.
THE PUBLIC SAFETY CHALLENGE is a special event dedicated to honoring all first responders, including Law Enforcement, Firefighters, EMS personnel, front-line medical staff, Corrections officers, Dispatch professionals, and Military members. This challenge brings these heroes together in a friendly competition, where teams compete for a coveted traveling trophy. Challenge Accepted!
How to Participate
You can form a Public Safety Challenge Team or join an existing one to be part of the excitement and camaraderie.
A minimum of four runners is required to create a team.
The team captain registers the team with a chosen team name.
AT LEAST TWO TEAM MEMBERS MUST BE CURRENT OR FORMER FIRST RESPONDERS.
The remaining two runners can be friends or family members recruited by the team.
The best three finishing places from a team will determine the Challenge Champions, and at least two of these three must be First Responders whose place points are scored.
THE CIVILIAN 5K CHALLENGE is a spirited race held in tandem with the Public Safety Challenge, inviting runners who seek not only personal achievement but also the opportunity to pay tribute to our nations veterans and first responders. Whether running solo or as part of a teamof any sizeparticipants join together in recognition of the courage and dedication shown by those who serve.
* No service record is required; everyone is welcome to participate.
* Participants may run solo or as part of a team of any size.
* For teams, the top three finishers places will be counted to determine the Civilian Challenge Champions.
* All runners in both the Civilian 5k Challenge and the Public Safety Challenge are eligible for special awards.
The day is designed to celebrate healthy competition and honor the enduring legacy of our heroes.
DONATIONS:
Our first responders give so much every day. Help us give back! Proceeds from the run support mental health needs and youth considering a career in law enforcement. Consider making a $10 donation at registrationthe cost of a fancy latte at Starbucks or a chicken quesadilla at Taco Bell. Your generosity makes a difference, and it feels good to give!
BECOME A FUNDRAISER! Sign up to become one of our fundraisers. It's the best way to contribute the most and comes with it's own set of awards!
SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
Become a sponsor, get involved, and help support our first responders! Companies and individuals looking to show their appreciation can contribute through sponsorships. We offer sponsorship levels to match your interest and involvement. For full details email: [email protected]
VENDOR FAIR
We are pleased to invite vendors to participate. This event provides an excellent opportunity for businesses and organizations to promote their products and services while connecting with a large audience of first responders, veterans, and their friends and families.
Booth Space Details
Vendors will be offered booth space at no cost during the event. We encourage participating vendors to make the most of this opportunity to engage with attendees and showcase their offerings.
Donation Request
While there is no fee for booth space, we kindly request a donation of 15% or more from the profits made on race day. Your generous contribution will help support Invisible Wounds Project and its mission.
How to Secure Your Spot
Space for vendors is limited. To reserve your booth, please email Matt at [email protected]
Races
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Public Safety 5k Challenge
Incl. $2.50 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 20th September 2026 (9:30AM CDT)
$27.50
Officer Shawn Silvera Memorial 5K Presented by The Invisible Wounds Project Date: Sunday, September 20, 2026 The 5K event kicks off a week of engaging activities for the Concert & Car Show with a Cause. All proceeds from the run will support veterans, first responders, and their families through the following organizations: . Invisible Wounds Project (IWP) . MN Law Enforcement Explorers Scholarship Schedule . 7:30 AM 9:00 AM: Race packet pick-up and same-day onsite registration will be available at the IWP Center. The same-day race fee is $40.00 for runners and $30.00 for walkers. Pre-registration is encouraged; however, onsite registration will be accommodated for those who wish to participate on the day of the event. . 8:00 AM: Pancake Breakfast hosted by the Lions Club, featuring hot coffee and cold brew provided by Coffee Smith (donations appreciated). Live music will be performed during breakfast. . 9:00 AM: Announcements by event organizers, followed by a special address from Russ and Matt representing IWP, LLPD, and the Silvera Family. . 9:25 AM: Singing of the National Anthem. . 9:30 AM: Start of the 5K Run and 1 Mile Walk. Please note, walkers will not be timed in order to maintain accurate runner times; however, walker participants will receive runner numbers without timing chips. . 10:00 AM: Daisy Dash for younger participantsa 50-yard run commencing at the starting line. . 10:45/11:00 AM: Presentation of race awards and the Public Safety Challenge Team Award. Race Routes . *5K Race (3.1 miles):* Participants will start at the IWP Center, proceed south along Hardwood Creek Trail, then return to the Start/Finish line. . *1 Mile Walk:* Walkers will begin behind the runners, heading north on Hardwood Creek Trail to the turnaround point and returning to the Start/Finish line. Parking Information: All participants and guests are requested to use the general parking lot for convenient access to registration and the starting line. Additional parking is available on adjacent side streets and across Hwy 61 at Family Pathways. -
Civilian 5k Challenge
Incl. $2.50 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 20th September 2026 (9:30AM CDT)
$27.50
Officer Shawn Silvera Memorial 5K Presented by The Invisible Wounds Project Date: Sunday, September 20, 2026 The 5K event kicks off a week of engaging activities for the Concert & Car Show with a Cause. All proceeds from the run will support veterans, first responders, and their families through the following organizations: . Invisible Wounds Project (IWP) . MN Law Enforcement Explorers Scholarship Schedule . 7:30 AM 9:00 AM: Race packet pick-up and same-day onsite registration will be available at the IWP Center. The same-day race fee is $40.00 for runners and $30.00 for walkers. Pre-registration is encouraged; however, onsite registration will be accommodated for those who wish to participate on the day of the event. . 8:00 AM: Pancake Breakfast hosted by the Lions Club, featuring hot coffee and cold brew provided by Coffee Smith (donations appreciated). Live music will be performed during breakfast. . 9:00 AM: Announcements by event organizers, followed by a special address from Russ and Matt representing IWP, LLPD, and the Silvera Family. . 9:25 AM: Singing of the National Anthem. . 9:30 AM: Start of the 5K Run and 1 Mile Walk. Please note, walkers will not be timed in order to maintain accurate runner times; however, walker participants will receive runner numbers without timing chips. . 10:00 AM: Daisy Dash for younger participantsa 50-yard run commencing at the starting line. . 10:45/11:00 AM: Presentation of race awards and the Public Safety Challenge Team Award. Race Routes . *5K Race (3.1 miles):* Participants will start at the IWP Center, proceed south along Hardwood Creek Trail, then return to the Start/Finish line. . *1 Mile Walk:* Walkers will begin behind the runners, heading north on Hardwood Creek Trail to the turnaround point and returning to the Start/Finish line. Parking Information: All participants and guests are requested to use the general parking lot for convenient access to registration and the starting line. Additional parking is available on adjacent side streets and across Hwy 61 at Family Pathways. -
1 Mile Walk of Remembrance
Incl. $2.20 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 20th September 2026 (9:30AM CDT)
$22.20
1 mile walk to honor a lost loved one -
Daisy Dash
Incl. $1.60 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 20th September 2026 (10:00AM CDT)
$11.60
Children 10 years old and under Traditional 50-yard Daisy Dash and win a race bell!
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840 Lake St. S, Unit B, Forest Lake, 55025, MN, United States
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