Chris Walsh’s story is one of grit, resilience, and reinvention. A former U.S. Army Major and wear blue: run to remember ambassador, Chris dedicated 16 years to serving his country. After sustaining a life-changing injury in 2012, he faced a daunting road to recovery—but Chris didn’t stop moving forward.

Today, he’s found a second calling in motorsport. From navigating the battlefield to mastering the race track, Chris proves that determination knows no bounds. His journey from military service to iRacing stardom is nothing short of inspiring.

➡️ Read more about Chris Walsh’s transformation and his passion for motorsport.

Lisa Hallett, co-founder of wear blue: run to remember, shared her inspiring journey at BECU’s Veterans Employee Resource Group event, highlighting the power of resilience, community, and honoring the fallen. Through running and remembrance, Lisa transformed personal loss into a global movement supporting military families and inspiring strength in adversity.

For Gold Star spouses Mimi Martin and Kristin Johnson, running with wear blue: run to remember was about more than honoring their fallen husbands—it was about finding hope and connection. Through the Gold Star Race Program, these two women formed an unbreakable bond that has carried them through the toughest miles of life. Now, they’re reuniting at the Alumni Weekend in San Antonio to celebrate the friendships and community wear blue has given them. Read their inspiring story and how wear blue continues to honor, connect, and uplift its members.

Kristin Johnson discovered wear blue: run to remember by chance while running her first Seattle Rock ‘n’ Roll Half Marathon. A powerful and emotional moment on the tribute wear blue Mile—a poster honoring her husband, CPL Joshua Harmon—sparked a journey of healing, connection, and purpose. Kristin shares how wear blue and the Gold Star Race Program transformed her life, leading her to lifelong friendships and countless miles of meaningful remembrance.

This December, wear blue: run to remember will host its inaugural Gold Star Race Program Alumni Weekend in San Antonio, uniting nearly 50 alumni from across the nation to honor their fallen service members. From running the marathon or half marathon to carrying flags on the wear blue Mile, this weekend celebrates connection, community, and the enduring legacy of those who made the ultimate sacrifice. Sponsored by KPMG and JLL, the event is a powerful tribute to service and remembrance.

wear blue: run to remember proudly partnered with the Allianz Partners Richmond Marathon to honor fallen military heroes through a moving Circle of Remembrance. Held just after Veterans Day, this tribute brought together runners, veterans, and supporters to speak the names of the fallen and carry their memory forward with every step.

wear blue: run to remember is proud to announce Mary Goebel, AVP and Chief of Staff at USAA Life Insurance Company, as the newest member of its Board of Directors. With over 25 years of leadership experience and a heartfelt connection to the military community, Mary’s passion for honoring service members, veterans, and their families will help shape the future of wear blue’s mission.

wear blue: run to remember, a nonprofit dedicated to honoring the service and sacrifice of the U.S. military, has been named the 2024 recipient of the Military Community Nonprofit Leadership Award by Hiring Our Heroes. Presented by the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation, this award celebrates wear blue's impactful efforts to unite service members, veterans, Gold Star families, and supporters through community-driven remembrance and purposeful movement. CEO Lisa Hallett affirmed the organization’s mission: “Choosing to be inspired by life, rather than being broken by tragedy.” Learn how wear blue is creating lasting legacies of resilience and connection.

The Defense Department highlights how runners, including Gold Star families, honored fallen service members during the 48th Marine Corps Marathon in Arlington, VA. Participants connected through remembrance miles lined with photos and flags honoring military members who made the ultimate sacrifice. The event fostered community and reflection, underscoring the importance of preserving memories and supporting families.

Volunteering is an integral part of the military community. From building connections to offering support during challenging times, volunteers create lasting impacts. In this insightful article from We Are the Mighty, we learn how giving time and effort strengthens bonds within the military family and beyond. At wear blue: run to remember, we see this dedication every day through our volunteers who honor the fallen and uplift their communities. Discover how you can make a difference by reading the full article here.