Inspired by life: Gold Star wife Lisa Hallett’s story
Lisa Hallett's story is a powerful journey of love, loss, and resilience. From childhood friends to military spouses, Lisa and her husband, John, faced the challenges of military life together. Tragically, John's deployment to Afghanistan ended in his death, leaving Lisa to navigate grief and raise their three young children alone.
Despite the overwhelming grief, Lisa found solace and strength in her children and in running. Through the organization she co-founded, wear blue: run to remember, she honors fallen military members by living a life inspired by their stories of service and sacrifice.
Lisa's story serves as a reminder of the resilience of the human spirit and the power of community in overcoming tragedy.
TrueCar is Proud to Partner with wear blue: run to remember
In 2017, TrueCar launched DrivenToDrive: A program that awards new, retrofitted vehicles to injured veterans. In partnership with DAV (Disabled American Veterans) and AutoNation, TrueCar established the DrivenToDrive program in 2017 with the mission to help veterans get back behind the wheel and regain their independence and freedom through mobility. Many of our recipients continue to be active volunteers within the veteran community; so, the gift of a new vehicle allows them to continue giving back without worry of transportation.
Rosie Gagnon: Honoring Her Son's Memory 100 Miles at a Time
“The triumph of finishing a 100-miler is just like nothing else, no matter how much you are suffering. As soon as you cross that finish line, it’s just the greatest feeling in the world. I thought, ‘I can do 100 of these.’”
Honoring CPT John Hallett: A Tale of Friendship and Support
In the heart of every community lies a story of friendship, resilience, and unwavering support. For Mike Gilmartin, this narrative encapsulates his enduring bond with CPT John Hallett, a man whose legacy continues to inspire even 15 years after his passing. Follow along Mike’s journey as he takes on the Mid-State-Mile in June.
Chris Walsh: Rising Star on the Track
“I knew it was going to be a dog fight for the first five to ten laps of the race, and that's exactly what it was,” explained Chris Walsh.