Tunnel to Towers 5K Run & Walk - Milwaukee, WI

🏃‍♂️ What is a Tunnel To Towers Run & Walk?

• Purpose: The Tunnel to Towers Run & Walk Series was created to honor the heroic life and death of Stephen Siller, a New York City firefighter (FDNY) who lost his life on September 11, 2001 after strapping on his gear and running through the Brooklyn Battery Tunnel to the Twin Towers.
• Honor: Honor all of those who lost their lives on September 11, 2001 and support our first responders and military who make extraordinary sacrifices in the line of duty!
• Foundation: For more information on the Stephen Siller Tunnel to Towers Foundation please visit www.t2t.org.
• Community: This will be the 2nd year for the Milwaukee area and we are excited to once again bring together the community to honor first responders, remember 9/11, and raise funds for the Tunnel to Towers programs.

📏 How far is a Tunnel to Towers Run & Walk?

• Distance: This is a 5K (3.1 miles) walk or run event. Anyone can run, walk, or experience this event.

📦 Where can I pick up my packet?

• Location: Packet Pick up will be at Corporate Central Credit Union (6262 S. Lowell Pl. Muskego, WI).
• Date: Wednesday, July 30th from 10am to 7pm and Thursday, July 31st from 5pm to 7pm.
• Same Day: Same day packet pick up will begin on Saturday the 2nd at Veterans Memorial Park (Muskego) starting at 8:15am.

📝 Can I register the day of the run?

• Yes: Registration will be open until the start of the run.
• Shirt Availability: If you wait to register we may not have a shirt for you, and we do not guarantee sizes for late registrants.

⏰ When does online registration close?

• Registration: Registration will be open until the start of the run.

🎽 Do I have to wear my bib number?

• Display: Yes, please display your bib on the front of your outermost garment.
• Enforcement: Those who run without a bib will be asked to leave the course and will not be allowed to finish.

🏅 Will there be awards for running?

• Simple Awards: Yes, we keep them very simple since our mission is to honor first responders.
• Typical Recipients: Most of our awards are based on firefighters, police or military running in gear in the same fashion that Stephen Siller did on 9/11.
• Experience: This event is intended to be an experience and much more than a run.
• Timing: The event will be timed this year.

🕒 Will this event be timed?

• Timing: Yes! This event will be timed.

🚰 Will water be available?

• Water Station: Yes, a water station will be available along the route.
• Additional Water: There will be water available at the square.

🎒 What can you bring to the event?

• Allowed: Strollers and wheelchairs are permitted.
• Gear: Firefighter turnout gear and military backpacks are also permitted.
• Personal Items: Please leave all personal items and valuables in your vehicle. All items should be stored securely at the owner's risk.
• Liability: Tunnel to Towers Foundation will not be responsible for the loss of any items.

🎉 Does my registration fee count towards my fundraising goal?

• No: Your registration fee does not count toward the fundraising goal.

👥 Can someone else pick up my packet for me?

• Yes: They must present a copy of your registration receipt.
• Gratitude: And don't forget to thank them!

💰 Can I still donate to a team and/or individual after the start of the race?

• Yes: Donations will be accepted for 6 weeks after the event.

🤝 How can my company/organization sponsor this event?

• Contact: Please send all sponsorship correspondence to milwaukeerun@t2t.org with your contact information.
• Response: Someone will be in touch with you within 24 hours.

📦 I would like to donate goods or services to this event. How do I do that?

• Contact: You can contact us at milwaukeerun@t2t.org.
• Goal: We make every effort to keep costs down to allow us to give the most to the Tunnel to Towers Foundation in Stephen Siller's name.
• Appreciation: Your generosity will be greatly appreciated.

💪 As a participant, can I fundraise/encourage others to donate?

• Yes: Once you are registered, you will be given directions to start your own fundraising page.
• Donations: You will be able to accept donations online.
• Assistance: We can help you with that. Contact us at milwaukeerun@t2t.org and we can walk you through the process.
• Mailing: Please give us your information so we can add it to your fundraising page.

📬 Where can I mail an OFFLINE donation (check made payable to Tunnel to Towers Foundation)?

• Mailing Address: Tunnel to Towers Foundation, Staten Island, NY 10306.

🔄 Can I transfer my registration to another participant?

• Yes: Contact us at milwaukeerun@t2t.org and we will manually change it in our system.

💵 Can I get a refund?

• No: We do not provide refunds for the event regardless if you cannot make the date or the foundation needs to cancel the event for extenuating circumstances.
• Transfer: Registration may be transferred to another person.

🙋‍♂️ How can I volunteer?

• Email: It's simple! Email us at