Six Things No Other Race Does
These aren't marketing claims. They're commitments we make to every runner, every veteran, and every community we serve.
The $9.95 Promise
Heroes don't pay full price.
Veterans, active duty, Guard, Reserve, and first responders race with us for just $9.95. Not a discount — a promise.
Learn About the Promise100% Transparency
Every dollar. Every decision. Out in the open.
We publish exactly where your money goes. No hidden admin fees, no corporate pockets. Just direct impact.
See the NumbersRun For Someone
You don't just run a 5K — you run for someone.
Get paired with a veteran whose story you carry on race day. Every step has meaning beyond the finish line.
Discover the ProgramVeteran Mile Markers
Every mile tells a story.
Instead of generic mile markers, every marker on our course features a real veteran's story. You'll run through their service, their sacrifice, and their strength.
Read Their StoriesNever Run Alone
Community isn't a buzzword here.
Whether it's your first 5K or your fiftieth half, you belong. We build real connections between runners, veterans, and communities.
Join the CommunityThe Finish Line Moment
This isn't where it ends — it's where it begins.
Cross the finish line into a full-blown festival. Live music, food trucks, veteran tributes, and the reading of The ORD Oath.
Read The OathTypical Race vs. ORD
See the difference for yourself.
The ORD Oath
“I am a runner.”
“I run not for time, not for trophies, not for applause.”
“I run for those who can't.”
“I run for those who served.”
“I run for those still fighting battles no one can see.”
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