Meet up for a 10-mile Ruck on May 18, 8am, dedicated to our fallen brothers and sisters lost in the line of duty this year. If you want to join the ruck march but you cannot carry any weight and just want to walk, you may join. To receive a custom completion patch and one free beer, you will need a minimum of 15 pounds in your rucksack (backpack) and feel free to increase that weight based on your fitness level. This will be a fun team building event that will return at O'Leary's Publik House for a rewarding beverage.

Suggested minimum donation to participate is $50. 100% of the proceeds will be will be donated to Ma Deuce Deuce. Event sponsored by Jersey City Police, Police Officers Benevolent Association.

Register here.

Attend the 3rd Annual SSG Michael Ollis 5k Run on June 9, 8:30am. Following the success of the first 2 years of the SSG Michael Ollis Run, the race has been selected as the first leg of the Triple Crown series on Staten Island. All proceeds are used by the Ollis Freedom Foundation to provide assistance and support to combat veterans re-entering civilian life. All participants who register prior to May 15 will receive a t-shirt.

Register here.

The annual Fleet Week Freedom Run on May 23, 8-10:30am, is a 1.7 mile fun run through financial district and culminates at the 9/11 Memorial Plaza. Event is free and open to the public to view.

Sierra Club Military Outdoors offers their second monthly outing of the year in the Backpacking from NYC series with a hike through Harriman State Park on May 3-5.

Enjoy the 6th Annual Veteran & Family Day of Wellness on June 1, 9am-4pm. It features numerous free activities for veterans and their families dealing with post-service transition issues. Children are welcome. Breakfast and lunch will be served.

Register here.

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Tennis Serving Vets is a free event on May 24, 8-10pm, welcoming all veterans who would like to play. Tennis is known to be the sport of a lifetime that offers healing and is also lots of fun. No experience is necessary, all levels are welcome.

Email for additional information.

Tennis Serving Vets is a free event on April 26, 8-10pm, welcoming all veterans who would like to play. Tennis is known to be the sport of a lifetime that offers healing and is also lots of fun. No experience is necessary, all levels are welcome.

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Join Backpacks For Life for their 4th Annual Golf Outing on April 29, 10:30am. Enjoy a day of networking and golf on one of North Jersey's premier courses while they continue their efforts to serve the veteran community.

10:30am Brunch 

12:00pm Tee Time 

5:00pm Cocktail Hour

6:00pm Awards Dinner

Click here to register or donate.

Attend the 9/11 Memorial & Museum 5k Run/Walk on April 28, 8am. 

The route begins in lower Manhattan and takes participants through scenic Battery Park with iconic views of One World Trade Center and the Statue of Liberty. The 5K Run/Walk finishes adjacent to the Memorial plaza where Community Day takes place, which is an event free and open to the public featuring activities and entertainment for all ages, running to 12:30pm.

All funds raised from the 7th annual 9/11 Memorial & Museum 5K Run/Walk and Community Day will support construction of the Memorial Glade, a historic evolution of the 9/11 Memorial that is underway now. 

Register online here.