OUR PROGRAMS

People participating in a memorial run with signs honoring fallen soldiers along the path.

COMMUNITY RUNS

The Community Run is a weekly no-cost run/walk hosted by volunteers. Each gathering begins with a Circle of Remembrance, speaking the names of our fallen service members, and is followed by a self-paced run or walk through the community. It is a place of connection, support, and healthy living for athletes of all abilities.

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wear blue MILE

A one-mile stretch of a run or race course that creates a living memorial to our nation's fallen service members. The first half features names and images of fallen service members, followed by cheering community members holding full-sized American flags in their honor, a celebration of life, country, and our charge to live inspired by their examples.

Two individuals wearing blue shirts, one holding a certificate, smiling outdoors at an event. "Wear blue: run to remember" is printed on their shirts. Other people in blue shirts are in the background.

GOLD STAR YOUTH MENTORSHIP

A multi-month, run-focused mentorship for school-aged-youth who have lost a parent or sibling as a result of their military service. Youth are matched with military-connected mentors and train for a 5K, building resilience, healthy habits, and a meaningful connection to a life of service.

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HONOR EVENTS

From the Piestewa Challenge honoring women and indigenous communities in military service to a vibrant Memorial Day effort, wear blue holds dynamic global virtual and in-person events to honor our fallen and connect our communities in a shared purpose.

Runners participating in a marathon, with one holding an American flag, and a cheering crowd in the background.

GOLD STAR & SURIVOR
ENDURANCE PROGRAM

The Endurance Program provides a lifelong peer-support community for families who have lost a loved one while in military service. Through remembrance, physical challenge, and shared support, participants honor their fallen service members while building strength—both physically and emotionally.