Battle of the Branches 5k Fun Run

EMPACT-Suicide Prevention Center and Rally Point Arizona invite you to join us for a friendly 5k run/walk competition representing your favorite military branch! The Air Force, Army, Coast Guard, Navy, and Marines will all be represented for this community event. The branch with the most participants will earn a prestigious trophy and bragging rights for one full year!

Our event also features a road march by 22 Veterans signifying the 22 Veterans lost to suicide every day (on average), and a moving "22 for the 22" ceremony honoring Veterans and their families. Other activities will include vendors, exhibitors, music and a children’s activity center.

Military service members, Veterans, and their family members often face special challenges transitioning and adjusting to civilian life during and after their military service. It is estimated that 1 in 5 Veterans will struggle with substance abuse, relationship issues, stress, hopelessness, and thoughts of suicide. The suicide rate of Veterans is substantially higher than the general population -- reported to be 22 Veterans per day.

Veterans and their family members often require specialized and personalized navigation services to assist them in successfully accessing the services they need due to the complex nature of the social/welfare, medical, vocational, and other support systems.

Rally Point Arizona “Military Navigators” are specially trained military Veterans who provide peer-based assistance in securing medical services, housing, employment, and other individual and family needs. The need for these services is substantial. Phoenix has a metropolitan population exceeding 4,000,000, including over 300,000 Veterans and over 10,000 current military personnel (including Active Duty, National Guard and Reserves).

Sponsorship, exhibitor, vendor and Veteran Service Organization tabling opportunities available. Please call (602) 672-9464 for information.

FAQs

What is the agenda for the day?

8:00 AM - Registration and exhibitors open

9: 00 AM - 5K Fun Run Begins

9:30 AM - Opening Speakers

11:15 AM - Raffle Drawings

11: 25 AM - Color Guard Presentation

11:30 AM - 22 for the 22 Marcher Ceremony

11:45 AM - Announcement of Branch Winner

11:50 AM - Closing

12:30 PM - Event concludes

Are there ID or minimum age requirements to enter the event?

We are requesting that all children be accompanied by an adult. Please note that the venue has a water hazard.

What are my transportation/parking options for getting to and from the event?

Please utilize any of the lots at the park. The registration/check-in ramada and start of the 5k will be on the South side of the park behind the administration buildings.

What can I bring into the event?

Sunscreen, hats, personal water bottles & snacks and a blanket to relax and watch our 22 for the 22 Ceremony on the Amphitheater lawn! We welcome wheelchairs, strollers & wagons but please no skateboards, roller blades or motorized vehicles.

How can I contact the organizer with any questions?

Tamara.Crimando@LaFrontera-Empact.org or at (602) 672-9464

What's the refund policy?

Attendees can receive refunds up to 7 days before your event start date.

Is it ok if the name on my ticket or registration doesn't match the person who attends?

Yes

Is there a pre-event packet pick up?

Yes! The early packet pick up will take place on Friday, May 17th at the EMPACT-SPC Children's Center located at 914 S. 52nd Street, Tempe, AZ, 85281 from 4:00 PM - 6:30 PM.

FAQs

Is it ok if the name on my ticket or registration doesn't match the person who attends?

Yes!