The Veterans’ Honor Run ultramarathon takes place from 10AM on Nov 7 until 8 AM on Nov 8 at Heritage Park in Canton, MI. Hourly shout-outs will honor veterans throughout the event.
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We’re thrilled to be coming back again to Heritage Park in Canton running/walking for 22 hours. We do this for 22 hours to represent the 20-22 veterans per day who die from suicide in the U.S. This is a walker friendly event, with all participants joining at their desired time, pace, and duration.
For 2026, our goal is $22,000 to support Guitars for Vets, Therapeutic Riding Inc., and Leashes of Valor.
In 2025, we raised over $25,000 for our beneficiaries. In 2024, we raised $7,500 and split 80% between Michigan Freedom Center, Guitars for Vets, and Victory Gym. In 2023, we raised over $5,000 with 80% of the proceeds split between Guitars for Vets and Victory Gym. In 2022, Steve raised over $3,000 with more than 90% of the donations received directed to Intrepid Fallen Heroes Fund.
The Veterans’ Honor Run ultramarathon takes place from 10AM on Nov 7 until 8 AM on Nov 8 at Heritage Park in Canton, MI. Hourly shout-outs will honor veterans throughout the event.
22 HOURS
10 AM Sat Nov 7
thru
8 AM Sun Nov 8
Sat November 7, 2026
Sun Nov 8, 2026
22 Hours of Tribute
Throughout the Veterans’ Honor Run, we honor the lives and service of Veterans through hourly dedications.
In Honor Of:
Ben Davis
Army
In Honor Of:
Adrian Garza
Army
In Honor Of:
Darrell Richardson
Navy
In Honor Of:
Jason Braun
Marine Corps
In Honor Of:
Joshua Braun
Marine Corps
In Honor Of:
Richard Westerfield
Air Force
In Honor Of:
Lindsay Erol
Army
In Honor Of:
Josh Westerfield
Navy
In Honor Of:
Lisa Westerfield
Air Force
In Honor Of:
Karen Doughty
Air Force
In Honor Of:
Dave Doughty
Air Force
In Honor Of:
Frank Pabirzis
Army
In Honor Of:
John Cwynar
Marine Corps
In Honor Of:
Matthew Hodges
National Guard
In Honor Of:
Aidin Boccolucci
Army
In Memory Of:
Ross Lewis
Army
In Memory Of:
Jonathan Huwe
Army
In Memory Of:
Tory Stewart
Navy
In Memory Of:
Benjamin (Benji) Lewis
National Guard
In Memory Of:
Chief Petty Officer Matt Bettes
Navy
In Memory Of:
Jack Luhtanen
Navy
In Memory Of:
Trey Ring
Army
In Memory Of:
“Grandpa” George Malavich
Army
In Memory Of:
Jorge Alejandro Perez Hernandez
Air Force
In Memory Of:
ARMOND; ROBERT LAURENCE
Air Force
In Memory Of:
Cpl Matthew R. Lembke
Marine Corps
In Memory Of:
Allen Schreiber
Army
Runners will loop around the park on a paved trail with minimal hills completing as many loops as you desire at any pace you’re comfortable with. The course loop is approximately 1 mile around. Runners can take breaks and continue on the course at any time throughout the 22 hours.
Donations can be made to support this cause without participating.
Have questions about tents, timing, or pacers? [View the Full FAQ Here ]
This event is intentionally hard. We don't just run for miles; we run to represent the grit required to keep on pushing when life feels broken. Whether it's 2:00 AM in the Michigan sleet or 16 hours into the loop, we move so our veterans know they aren't alone.
Participants will receive gifts and a finisher award for completing 22 hours, with a stocked aid station .
Not a runner? We have plenty of ways that you can volunteer time to help make this event a success! Please look through the list and consider signing up here.
We are reducing veteran suicide rates by raising awareness, and generating funds for critical mental health services.
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