Our Fallen Hero 5K Run/Walk in Memory of PFC Aaron Toppen
Mokena, Illinois
Mokena, IllinoisSat 28th September 2024
3 races
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Our Fallen Hero 5K Run/Walk
In Memory of PFC Aaron ToppenSaturday, September 28, 8:00a.m.Be a part of the 11th annual Our Fallen Hero 5k run/walk event, honoring the sacrifice made by PFC Aaron Toppen. Come out and enjoy a 5K run/walk on a USATF certified course that will take you through the streets of Mokena. Participants will run part of the course on PFC Aaron Toppen Memorial Drive (Townline Road). We will also will have Spenga joining us for for our pre-race warm-ups. After the run, stay around for the awards ceremony, post-race refreshments and entertainment. All pre-registered participants will receive a custom-designed wicking T-shirt, a “goodie-bag” and have post-race refreshments from Nothing Bundt Cakes, and Snacks from Berkots. We will also be selling raffle tickets. **Must complete course within 60 minutes**NEW THIS YEAR
Added 2 new age categories for 18 and under. 1st place finisher in each age category for male and female will receive a 2024 military challenge coin.
For a limited time, the first 350 to register by July 26th will receive a FREE pair of Bambu Werx performance unisex socks. Any remaining quantities will be available for purchase after July 26.
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We are proud to support the USO of Illinois as this year's race as our 2024 beneficiary. Since 1941, the USO has served as a private civilian 501c(3) non-profit organization that relies on the generosity of the American people. USO of Illinois touches the lives of nearly 350,000 Active Duty, Guard and Reserve military and military families throughout Illinois. Offered year round, USO of Illinois provides over 300 programs and services that enhance the quality of our service members lives which raise morale through unique recreational, educational and cultural opportunities at USO Center facilities at Midway Airport, Great Lakes Naval Station, O'Hare Terminal 2, O'Hare Terminal 3 and Rock Island Arsenal. Together our network of hundreds of volunteers donates nearly 20,000 hours of service annually in honor of our brave men and women.
In Memory of PFC Aaron ToppenSaturday, September 28, 8:00a.m.Be a part of the 11th annual Our Fallen Hero 5k run/walk event, honoring the sacrifice made by PFC Aaron Toppen. Come out and enjoy a 5K run/walk on a USATF certified course that will take you through the streets of Mokena. Participants will run part of the course on PFC Aaron Toppen Memorial Drive (Townline Road). We will also will have Spenga joining us for for our pre-race warm-ups. After the run, stay around for the awards ceremony, post-race refreshments and entertainment. All pre-registered participants will receive a custom-designed wicking T-shirt, a “goodie-bag” and have post-race refreshments from Nothing Bundt Cakes, and Snacks from Berkots. We will also be selling raffle tickets. **Must complete course within 60 minutes**NEW THIS YEAR
Added 2 new age categories for 18 and under. 1st place finisher in each age category for male and female will receive a 2024 military challenge coin.
For a limited time, the first 350 to register by July 26th will receive a FREE pair of Bambu Werx performance unisex socks. Any remaining quantities will be available for purchase after July 26.
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We are proud to support the USO of Illinois as this year's race as our 2024 beneficiary. Since 1941, the USO has served as a private civilian 501c(3) non-profit organization that relies on the generosity of the American people. USO of Illinois touches the lives of nearly 350,000 Active Duty, Guard and Reserve military and military families throughout Illinois. Offered year round, USO of Illinois provides over 300 programs and services that enhance the quality of our service members lives which raise morale through unique recreational, educational and cultural opportunities at USO Center facilities at Midway Airport, Great Lakes Naval Station, O'Hare Terminal 2, O'Hare Terminal 3 and Rock Island Arsenal. Together our network of hundreds of volunteers donates nearly 20,000 hours of service annually in honor of our brave men and women.
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