MVHCT Heroic Walk, Run & Roll 5K and .5 Mile

🎉 Event Overview

MVHCT is excited to announce that on June 7th, 2025, we will be hosting our 4th Annual community walk/run event that is open to people of all abilities. All proceeds from this event will be directed to the MVH at Chesterfield Township’s charitable support fund, which helps enhance the quality of life for our members and so much more.

🏃‍♀️ 5K Run/Walk

• Join Us: Experience the beautiful grounds of our heroes’ home while supporting a great cause!
• Wildlife: As you arrive, be sure to catch a glimpse of our beloved mascots, Emma and Charlie, our majestic bald eagles.
• Inclusivity: This event is open to participants of all abilities, ensuring everyone can take part in honoring and supporting our veterans.
• Support: All proceeds will go to the charitable support fund at Michigan Veteran Homes at Chesterfield Township, helping to provide quality of life programs, activities, outings, and more for those who have served our nation.

🚶‍♂️ Remembrance Walk (.5 Mile)

• All Welcome: Not a runner? No problem! This event is for everyone—including you.
• Opportunity: Lace up your walking shoes and join our heroes for a 0.5-mile loop of remembrance around the home.
• Community: There’s a way for everyone to be involved — whether it’s dressing up, giving high-fives, or volunteering to push a veteran.
• Commemoration: All participants will receive a commemorative shirt if registered before May 23rd.

🤝 Volunteer Opportunities

• Help Needed: We want this to be a truly memorable event for our heroes, and to make it a success, WE NEED YOU!
• Celebrate: This event will be a fantastic opportunity to celebrate with friends, family, and neighbors.
• Impact: Your involvement will make a significant impact, and we appreciate any help you can provide.
• Sign Up: Interested in being a volunteer for our event? Choose your preferred volunteer position HERE.

📅 Race Day Schedule

• 7:30 am - 9:45 am: Event Check-in and walk-up registration
• 8:45 am: Presenting of Colors/National Anthem
• 9:00 am: Remembrance Walk starts
• 10:00 am: 5K runners report to start line
• 10:15 am: 5K starts
• 10 am - 12 pm: Hotdog lunch, provided by our sponsor
• 10:30 - 11:15 am: Finisher medals at finish line
• 11:15 am: Top age bracket winners and silent auction announced

PARKING WILL BE OFF SITE. PLEASE ALLOW FOR AN EXTRA 10-15 MINUTES TO PARK AND GET TO THE STAGING AREA.

All registered runners and walkers will receive a finisher medal, race t-shirt and lunch.

Volunteers can purchase a shirt with their $10 volunteer event registration. Don't forget to sign up for your preferred volunteer position!

🔗 Learn More

For more details, visit the event page at MVHCT Veteran Walk, Run & Roll.