Veterans Combat Stigma
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Event Overview
The Veterans Combat Stigma event supports mental health awareness and transitions for veterans. It is a veteran-led initiative. The event supports Veterans, Service Members, and their families, with a portion of donations allocated to the Band of Brothers, a student veteran organization at Northampton Community College.
Distances
Participants can choose from the following six events:
- 5k Run/Walk
- 5k - VETERAN
- 5k - Student
- 10k Run/Walk
- 10k - VETERAN
- 10k - Student
Course Information
The race starts and finishes at Northampton Community College's Bethlehem Campus. The course is a scenic, point-to-point route that goes through local neighborhoods on paved roads. It is described as mostly flat. The route is suitable for runners and walkers. Strollers and leashed pets are permitted but must start behind the runners. There is a non-timed walk option that starts after the runners.
Event Details
The event takes place regardless of weather conditions. Check-in opens in the morning. A pre-race stretch session and the playing of the national anthem are scheduled before the start. An awards ceremony follows the race. The first 100 registered participants receive a free event T-shirt. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
