“Honoring veterans, military families, and first responders through programs, support, and safe spaces.”
Stand - Walk - Remember & Never Forget.
VEST UP 4 THE FALLEN
65 MILE ANNUAL EVENT
Sunday - Monday Memorial Day Weekend
May 24 - May 25, 2026
Vest Up 4 the Fallen – Annual 65-Mile Event
Held over Memorial Day weekend, this 65-mile journey honors the brave men and women who gave their lives for our freedoms. This event is not about recognition or competition—it’s a solemn tribute. Each step is a silent act of remembrance, a physical and mental challenge that embodies the true purpose of Memorial Day: to honor, to reflect, and to ensure the legacy of the fallen endures.
VEST UP 4 THE FALLEN EMPOWERING THOSE WHO SERVE
Vest Up 4 the Fallen is a nonprofit committed to honoring the fallen by serving veterans and their families. We provide essential support and community-based assistance designed to restore dignity, stability, and hope—so no hero is forgotten and no family is left behind.
Core Values
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Honor: Preserve the legacy of those who gave everything for our freedom.
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Remembrance: Ensure the sacrifices of our heroes are never forgotten.
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Support: Provide financial, emotional, and community resources.
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Strength: Build resilience through connection, service, and shared experiences.
OPERATION DAILY BREAD
Too many Veterans and Active Duty Military Members struggle silently after service. Basic needs like food and essentials should never be a burden for those who protected our freedom. Vest Up 4 the Fallen stands in the gap — with action, accountability, and compassion. Access to food reduces financial stress, improves physical and mental health, and allows veterans to focus on healing, stability, and independence.
OPERATION
Resilience, Persistence & Grit
A signature program bringing together veterans, first responders, and civilians through:
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Physical challenges and community events
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Supportive experiences that strengthen resilience and well-being
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Opportunities to connect, recharge, and grow
This is your call to action.
Be part of something bigger.
Vest up. Show up. Never forget.
HANDS UP 4 OUR HEROES
Hands Up 4 Our Heroes provides targeted, mission-driven assistance to military members, veterans, first responders, and Gold Star families, likeminded organizations and the next generation looking to go into the military or become a first responder.
SUPPORT OUR HEROES
Your support directly funds remembrance events, resilience-building programs, and community outreach for veterans and first responders
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Donate / Sponsor a Hero: Fund retreats, events, and programs
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Volunteer: Join us at events, retreats, and outreach initiatives
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Corporate Partnerships: Support our mission through sponsorship and in-kind donations
MAKE A DIFFERENCE TODAY!
WHAT YOU CAN DO TO HELP!
🔹 Join the Movement 🔹Support the Cause 🔹 Volunteer & Advocate .🔹 Spread the Word – .🔥 Walk With Purpose. Honor With Action.
Be the voice that ensures our nation’s protectors are never forgotten. This is more than a mission—it’s a call to action. Together, we uplift, remember, and stand beside those who have sacrificed for us. Now is the time to act. Will you answer the call?
Prioritizing Mental Health for Our Heroes
Mental health is a fundamental part of overall well-being and must be prioritized—especially for the brave veterans and first responders who have sacrificed so much for our country. These heroes face immense challenges, often at great cost to their own mental and emotional health.
To truly honor their service, we must actively engage them in community events, support programs, and social initiatives that foster connection, belonging, and healing. Participation in local activities, volunteer projects, and peer support groups can help combat isolation, build resilience, and provide essential resources for mental well-being.
As a society, we have a responsibility to ensure our nation’s heroes feel valued, supported, and never alone in their struggles. By prioritizing their mental health and integrating them into the heart of our communities, we can make a lasting impact—honoring their sacrifices through action, compassion, and unwavering support.