Founded in 2011 by local college student Courtney Hvostal in honor of her brother who was severely injured in Afghanistan, the Wounded Veteran Run has quickly become a favorite annual Memorial Day event for the community.
In 2012, Aerojet Rocketdyne joined as the run’s title sponsor. Last year’s event drew approximately 2,000 participants and raised more than $47,000 for the veteran support groups. This year, the Purple Heart Fund and the El Dorado Hills Veterans Memorial Park have been added as additional beneficiaries.
The 2014 3K/5K/10K run/walk event, to be held in Folsom, features professional timing on a certified race course and a fun run for kids. Online registration is now open at woundedveteranrun.org. Family, school, corporate and group participation in the run/walk is encouraged as a meaningful way to support and thank our brave service men and women over Memorial Day weekend!
WHAT: Fourth Annual “Aerojet Rocketdyne Wounded Veteran Run” to Benefit Local Veterans
WHEN: Monday, May 26, 2014 (Memorial Day); 9 a.m. start time (8:30 a.m. Kids Fun Run)
WHERE: Folsom Parkway Trails, Folsom, Calif. Located behind the Plaza at 25005 Blue Ravine Road, near the corner of North Parkway Dr. and Blue Ravine Rd. WHY: Proceeds from the Wounded Veteran Run, a 501(c)3 nonprofit, will go to Wounded Warrior Project, Fallen Warriors Memorial Organization, the Purple Heart Fund and the El Dorado Hills Veterans Memorial Park to help honor and empower veterans by providing unique, targeted programs and services for service members injured while bravely serving our country.
REGISTRATION: Available online at woundedveteranrun.org. Fees are 3K: $30; 5K and 10K: $35; and children 11 and under (any event): $15
Blog Post information and picture courtesy of Aerojet Rocketdyne.
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