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!
• Meet Our Mascots: Be sure to catch a glimpse of our beloved mascots, Emma and Charlie, our majestic bald eagles.
• Proceeds Benefit: All proceeds will go to the charitable support fund, helping to provide quality of life programs for those who have served our nation.
• Get Active: Lace up, roll out, and join us for a meaningful day of fitness, fun, and gratitude!

🕊️ Remembrance Walk (.5 Mile)

• Not a Runner? No problem! This event is for everyone—including you.
• Honoring Heroes: Join our heroes for a 0.5-mile loop of remembrance around the home.
• Inclusive Participation: Whether you’re here to have fun, dress up, or volunteer to push a veteran in the walk, every way to be involved is welcome.
• Commemorative Shirt: All participants will receive a commemorative shirt if registered before May 23rd.

🤝 Volunteer Opportunities

We want this to be a truly memorable event for our heroes, and to make it a success, WE NEED YOU! We invite you to help us bring the Heroic Veterans Walk, Run and Roll Remembrance Walk and 5k race to the community. This event will be a fantastic opportunity to celebrate with friends, family, and neighbors, and we can’t do it without your support.

It truly takes a village, and we would be grateful if you could review the volunteer opportunities below and consider contributing your time and talents. Your involvement will make a significant impact, and we appreciate any help you can provide.

Thank you in advance for the gift of your time. Together, we can make this event an unforgettable experience!

Interested in being a volunteer for our event? Choose your preferred volunteer position HERE.

💼 Sponsorship Opportunities

Contact Ryan Engle at 517.285.5375 or engleR3@michigan.gov

📅 Race Day Schedule

• 7:30 am - 9:45 am: Check-in & walk-up registration in tent - Participants/Volunteers. Volunteers please arrive prior to 9:00am.
• 8:55 am: Opening Ceremony at the Starting Line.
• 9:15 am: Remembrance Walk starts.
• 10:00 am: 5K starts.
• 10 am-12 pm: Hotdog lunch, provided by our sponsor.

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!

For more details, visit our event page: MVHCT Heroic Walk, Run & Roll.