Who Gives a Ruck? about Veteran Suicide 5K
- Date Sat 17th May 2025
- Time 10:00AM EST
- Location Loves Park, Illinois
- Price $43.40
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Join us for the uplifting event, "Who Gives a Ruck? about Veteran Suicide 5K," taking place on Saturday, May 17, 2025, in the vibrant community of Loves Park, Winnebago. This impactful 5K ruck march is dedicated to raising awareness about veteran suicide and the vital services offered by the Rockford Vet Center. Participants are invited to carry a 20 lb. rucksack to honor the heartbreaking statistic of approximately 20 veterans who tragically take their lives each day.
Not only will you be supporting a crucial cause, but you'll also enjoy a fantastic community experience. After the march, indulge in delicious offerings from the Sizz N Fizz food truck, making it a perfect day to connect with fellow participants and celebrate our veterans. All proceeds from this event will directly benefit local organizations that provide essential support to veterans in our community. Don't miss this opportunity to make a difference while enjoying a day filled with camaraderie and purpose!
Not only will you be supporting a crucial cause, but you'll also enjoy a fantastic community experience. After the march, indulge in delicious offerings from the Sizz N Fizz food truck, making it a perfect day to connect with fellow participants and celebrate our veterans. All proceeds from this event will directly benefit local organizations that provide essential support to veterans in our community. Don't miss this opportunity to make a difference while enjoying a day filled with camaraderie and purpose!
Organiser's Description
Who Gives a Ruck? about Veteran Suicide is a 5K ruck march hosted by the Rockford Vet Center to bring awareness to Veteran suicide and the services provided by the Vet Center. 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.
NEW THIS YEAR! Food Truck provided by Sizz N Fizz - stay for lunch after the event!
SPECIAL THANKS TO OUR SPONSORS:
GENERAL - Assisting Hands Home Care and Peak Sports Club
COLONEL -
LIEUTENANT COLONEL - Brian Pinkstaff State Farm
MAJOR - Rosecrance Behavioral Health, LawnCare by Walter, Cellusuede Products Inc., Iron Workers Local 498
SGT MAJOR -
T-shirts -
Dog Tags - Exterior Estimates and Consulting Inc.
Water - Mission BBQ
Snacks - Rockford Tech-Systems
DJ - RPM's DJ Service
Food Truck - Sizz N Fizz
All proceeds will benefit local organizations/agencies that serve the Veterans throughout our community in various ways.
NEW THIS YEAR! Food Truck provided by Sizz N Fizz - stay for lunch after the event!
SPECIAL THANKS TO OUR SPONSORS:
GENERAL - Assisting Hands Home Care and Peak Sports Club
COLONEL -
LIEUTENANT COLONEL - Brian Pinkstaff State Farm
MAJOR - Rosecrance Behavioral Health, LawnCare by Walter, Cellusuede Products Inc., Iron Workers Local 498
SGT MAJOR -
T-shirts -
Dog Tags - Exterior Estimates and Consulting Inc.
Water - Mission BBQ
Snacks - Rockford Tech-Systems
DJ - RPM's DJ Service
Food Truck - Sizz N Fizz
Races
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Who Gives a Ruck? About Veteran Suicide
Incl. $3.40 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 17th May 2025 (10:00AM EDT)
$43.40
OPENS MAR 25$40 registration fee includes t-shirt and dog tag (to first 100 registrants). Event Check-In from 9:00-9:45am before the march.
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