Event Description
Join us at the National World War I Museum & Memorial (Liberty Memorial) for the 1st annual Will You Walk With Me 5K to start the conversation to prevent veteran and first responder suicide! This event takes place on June 29th. As a participant or volunteer you will get a one of a kind race T-shirt. We'll have coffee from the Roasterie and snacks for everyone. Come meet and support your local veterans, first responders, and those that support them on the Homefront! Families are welcome!
Activities
We are excited to announce that Rob Hughes with KMBC will Emcee our race.The Roasterie will be serving free coffee. Most importantly, come and learn how a simple 1.5 hour workshop can help you save the life of someone that is in a suicidal crisis. Be a hero for a hero! The Kansas City, MO Police Department's Mounted Patrol will be on hand. We will also have a display from the Kansas City Fire Department! Practice your CPR and get some great prevention information. Bring your kiddos out to see the horses and fire trucks!
We will have a raffle for items such as a Charlie Hustle gift card, jewelry from Meierotto Jewelers, passes to Science City and the Planetarium! We will also have a silent auction for a one of a kind piece completed by veteran Zeke Crozier at Handy-Cappin LLC!
More activities are updated frequently!
Virtual Runners
Can't make it to the race but still want to help the cause? Run the race virtually. A virtual run can be run at the time and location of your convenience. Virtual participants will still receive a race shirt. Your packet will be mailed to you.
Group Discount
Register with a group of 4 or more and receive $4 OFF per registrant!
PACKET PICK UP
Friday, June 28th from 4:00pm to 6:00pm at the Liberty Memorial. We will be under a white tent with a Caregivers on the Homefront banner, near the entrance of the Memorial Mall. ***If there is inclement weather, Packet Pick Up will be just inside the doors of the Museum Main Entrance.
Race Day Packet Pick Up will be from 6:00-6:45am.
Sign up to volunteer HERE!
