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For many Veterans, surviving family members and military supporters, finding a space for connection, remembrance and healing can be life-changing. That\u2019s the heart behind \u201cwear blue: run to remember\u201d and its Community Runs\u2014free, weekly or monthly gatherings where people come together to honor the service and sacrifice of America\u2019s military, while moving their bodies and supporting one another.<\/p>\n Community Runs are open to everyone. Veterans, active duty service members, military families, surviving family members and civilians are all welcome to join. There\u2019s no requirement to be a runner\u2014all abilities are invited to participate. The focus isn\u2019t on pace or distance, but on purpose and connection.<\/p>\n Each gathering begins with a Circle of Remembrance. Participants stand together and are invited to speak the name of a fallen service member or loved one they wish to remember. It\u2019s a powerful, unifying moment that reminds each person they\u2019re not alone.<\/p>\n After the circle, participants set off to run or walk whatever distance feels right for them. There\u2019s no registration table, no bib numbers and no timing clock. It\u2019s a place to take meaningful steps or movements alongside others who understand military life, its sacrifices and the resilience it builds.<\/p>\n Getting involved is simple. <\/p>\n