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April 03, 2006
Run for the Warriors
Carrie Costantini sent this along, thinking that it would be of interest to those who read this site.The "USO Run For The Warriors" is dedicated to the men and women wounded in Afghanistan and Iraq and their families. It is intended as a celebration of their strength and resolve and a promise that their sacrifices will not be forgotten, nor their needs unmet. By uniting the entire community, military and civilian alike, this unique event will embrace Wounded Warriors and their families in the shared belief that there is hope beyond recovery.
All proceeds from the race will benefit Wounded Warriors and their families through the organizations listed below. We intend to address both immediate needs as well as future needs. The monies raised will be earmarked specifically for "Wounded Warrior needs" to assist with funding transportation for wounded service members unable to drive, to establish scholarships for spouses who may need to take an active role in the financial support of their family, to provide assistance with specially adapted housing, and to provide respite to families as they care for their wounded loved one, in the form of restaurant cards, gas cards, and child care certificates, to name a few.
The USO of NC.
The mission of the USO of North Carolina is to enhance the quality of life of U.S. Armed Forces personnel and their families within our geographic boundaries, and to create a cooperative relationship between U.S. military communities and the supporting civilian communities. The USO is actively involved in the support of Wounded Warriors and their families, providing care and assistance to the Wounded Warrior Barracks, the Wounded Warrior Spouses' Support Group, newly arrived patients at Naval Hospital Camp Lejeune and families both near and far coming to the aid of their loved one.
WOUNDED WARRIOR BARRACKS
Supported by II MEF this centralized billeting allows single wounded Marines to come together as a team to recover and transition to the next phase of their lives, whether it be back to duty or to civilian life. The camaraderie and indomitable spirit found within its walls is truly amazing.
WOUNDED WARRIOR SPOUSES' SUPPORT GROUP
Meeting the third Wednesday of each month, the Wounded Warrior Spouses' Support Group offers an open forum where spouses, significant others, and friends affected by a wounded Marine can find knowledge and strength in shared experiences with those who have walked a mile in their shoes.
Project CARE
Administered by the Jacksonville/Onslow Chamber of Commerce, Project CARE's Mission is to provide benefits for spouses of those who are currently deployed. By rallying its members, Project CARE matches community services to needs of the families left behind
T-SHIRT DESIGN
Run for the Warriors' pre-race kick off will be a t-shirt contest, with the winning entry being selected as the official race shirt. As Wounded Warriors reintegrate back into the community we find their courage and tenacity invigorating. The theme therefore is a tribute to their strength and our commitment to stand behind them in the belief that there is "Hope Beyond Recovery". Children fourth grade through high school are invited to capture this essence and in doing so we hope that they will gain an understanding that disabilities and challenges are not roadblocks to life.
RACE DAY
We invite young and old, military and civilian, runners and walkers to help welcome home and embrace our Wounded Warriors. Three race venues are provided: a 10K run/walk, 5K run/walk and a 1 mile fun run. During the opening ceremony, Wounded Warriors will be welcomed home followed by a pre-race warm-up to kick off the Wounded Warrior Dash where they will be invited to crutch, wheel and otherwise ambulate to the victory line. The 10K, 5K and 1 mile fun run will commence shortly thereafter. A service expo at the race site will provide access to those agencies that offer support to the Wounded Warriors and their families and will raise awareness in how the community can become involved. Immediately following all races there will be an awards/closing ceremony. We will introduce and award the winner of the t-shirt contest as well as the top male and female overall and each male and female age category in the 10K and 5K races. Finally, a special tribute will be made to all wounded participants.
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Posted by Deb at April 3, 2006 12:40 AM
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