Who Gives a Ruck? about Veteran Suicide 5k
Saturday, May 17, 2025
Past event
10:00 AM CDT
Loves Park, Illinois
$43.40 · 1 race
5km
Event summary
Join us for the inspiring "Who Gives a Ruck? about Veteran Suicide 5K" on Saturday, May 17, 2025, in Loves Park, Winnebago. This meaningful event aims to raise awareness about the critical issue of veteran suicide while highlighting the vital mental health services available in the local community. Participants will take part in a 5K ruck march, carrying a 20 lb. backpack to symbolize the heartbreaking statistic that approximately 20 veterans lose their lives to suicide each day.
Whether you're a seasoned athlete or a passionate supporter, your participation will contribute to a worthy cause, with all proceeds benefiting local organizations that assist veterans in numerous ways. Come together with friends and family for a day filled with purpose, connection, and community support, as we honor those who serve and strive to make a difference. Don't miss this opportunity to make a positive impact while enjoying an uplifting day of camaraderie and awareness!
Whether you're a seasoned athlete or a passionate supporter, your participation will contribute to a worthy cause, with all proceeds benefiting local organizations that assist veterans in numerous ways. Come together with friends and family for a day filled with purpose, connection, and community support, as we honor those who serve and strive to make a difference. Don't miss this opportunity to make a positive impact while enjoying an uplifting day of camaraderie and awareness!
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Who Gives a Ruck? about Veteran Suicide
Incl. $3.40 Fee & T-Shirt
$40 registration fee includes t-shirt and dog tag (to first 100 registrants). Event Check-In from 9:00-9:45am before the march.
Entries closed10:00 AM CDT
$43.40
Organiser's description
Who Gives a Ruck? about Veteran Suicide is a 5K ruck march meant to bring awareness to Veteran suicide and the local community mental health services available. Participants are encouraged to carry a 20 lb. backpack/ruck (NOT PROVIDED) to symbolize the roughly 20 Veterans who succumb to suicide every day.
All proceeds will benefit local organizations/agencies that serve the Veterans throughout our community in various ways.
SPECIAL THANKS TO OUR SPONSORS:
GENERAL - Assisting Hands Home Care and Peak Sports Club
COLONEL -
LIEUTENANT COLONEL -
MAJOR - Plumbers and Pipefitters Local 23
Lawncare by Walter
Rosecrance
Ironworkers Local 498
SGT MAJOR -
T-shirts -
Dog Tags - Live4Lali
All proceeds will benefit local organizations/agencies that serve the Veterans throughout our community in various ways.
SPECIAL THANKS TO OUR SPONSORS:
GENERAL - Assisting Hands Home Care and Peak Sports Club
COLONEL -
LIEUTENANT COLONEL -
MAJOR - Plumbers and Pipefitters Local 23
Lawncare by Walter
Rosecrance
Ironworkers Local 498
SGT MAJOR -
T-shirts -
Dog Tags - Live4Lali
Location
Peak Sports Club, 4401 Peak Dr., Loves Park, 61111, IL, United States
Who Gives a Ruck? about Veteran Suicide 5k
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