Vest Up 4 The Fallen

09/05/2026

Honoring Sergeant Chris Fisher

🖤🇺🇸 HONORING THE LIFE & LEGACY OF SERGEANT CHRIS FISHER 🇺🇸🖤

On behalf of Give2Those and the Vest Up 4 The Fallen Team, we extend our deepest condolences to the family, friends, brothers and sisters in law enforcement, and every member of the Warm Springs community mourning the loss of Sergeant Chris Fisher.

A family is now facing an unimaginable loss.

Two children are growing up without their father.
A wife is left without her husband.
Parents are mourning their son.
Friends and fellow officers are mourning a brother.
And a community is grieving a man who dedicated his life to protecting and serving others.

Sgt. Chris Fisher was killed in the line of duty Tuesday night while serving with the Warm Springs Police Department. A U.S. Army veteran and dedicated law enforcement officer, Chris spent years serving communities across Georgia before joining Warm Springs.

But Chris was so much more than his badge and uniform.

He was a husband.
He was a father.
He was a son.
He was a friend.
He was a veteran.
He was a protector.

He was the kind of officer who took time to speak with children while on patrol and made people feel seen, heard, and valued. His service was not simply a profession—it was a commitment to others.

Today, we remember the life behind the badge. We remember the sacrifices he made, the people he touched, and the family who loved him more than words can express.

There are no words that can erase the pain his family is facing. But we can stand beside them. We can remember Chris. We can honor his service. And we can make sure his sacrifice is never forgotten.

From all of us at Give2Those and the Vest Up 4 The Fallen Team, our hearts, prayers, and deepest condolences are with Chris's wife, his children, his parents, his loved ones, his brothers and sisters in law enforcement, and the entire Warm Springs community.

May Sergeant Chris Fisher rest in God's eternal peace.

Your watch is over, Brother.
We will remember. We will honor. We will never forget.🇺🇸

🖤⚫️🔵⚫️🖤

🇺🇸

09/05/2026

🖤 Our Deepest Condolences On behalf of Give2Those – Vest Up 4 The Fallen, we extend our deepest and most heartfelt condolences to the family, friends, fellow officers, and loved ones of Columbia, South Carolina Police Officer Christopher DeLong.

We are deeply saddened by this loss. During this difficult time, we stand with Officer DeLong’s family and the Columbia law enforcement community. May they find strength, comfort, and peace in the love and support surrounding them.

We honor Officer DeLong’s dedication, service, and sacrifice. His commitment to protecting and serving others will not be forgotten.

Rest in peace, Officer Christopher DeLong.
🖤 Thank you for your service and sacrifice.
💙 Gone but never forgotten.

With sincere sympathy and respect, Give2Those – Vest Up 4 The Fallen Team

09/02/2026

🏒🖤💛 WE HAVE BIG NEWS, 💛🖤🏒

We’re honored, excited, and READY to announce that Give2Those – Vest Up 4 the Fallen will be a HOST CHARITY for the Boston Bruins BFit Challenge! 🔥

This isn’t just about getting fit.

This is about GETTING FIT FOR A PURPOSE. 🇺🇸

💪 Challenge yourself.
🏒 Join our team.
❤️ Honor our heroes.
💰 Raise funds.
🎽 EARN EXCLUSIVE SWAG!

When you join the Give2Those – Vest Up 4 the Fallen Team, you’re not just signing up for a challenge — you’re becoming part of a team dedicated to honoring and supporting fallen military members, veterans, first responders, and their families.

AND YES… THERE’S SWAG! 👀🔥

THE MORE YOU RAISE, THE MORE SWAG YOU EARN! 🎽🏆

So start getting your sneakers ready, start building your team, and start thinking about who you’re going to challenge to join you!

🚨 REGISTRATION IS NOT OPEN YET — BUT IT’S COMING! 🚨

STAY TUNED. We’ll announce the official launch date and registration details as soon as they’re available.

This year, we’re not just showing up.

WE’RE SHOWING UP FOR OUR HEROES. 🇺🇸

🏒 ONE TEAM.
🇺🇸 ONE MISSION.
❤️ ONE MORE WAY TO GIVE BACK.

BE READY. BE STRONG. BE THERE.

08/31/2026

🐾🔥 THE COUNTDOWN IS ON! 🔥🐾

THE BAYSTATE DIRTY DOG TRAIL RUN – RUCK – WALK 5K IS COMING!

Get ready to RUN • RUCK • WALK • GET DIRTY on Sunday, October 25, 2026! 🇺🇸🐕🥾

This is MORE THAN A RACE — IT'S A TRIBUTE.

We’re bringing together runners, walkers, ruckers, families, dog lovers, military members, veterans, first responders, and K-9 supporters for a day dedicated to those who serve — and the K-9s who stand beside them. 🇺🇸🐾

🌲 Muddy & rugged trail terrain
🐕 Leashed dogs welcome
🏃‍♀️ Run, Ruck, Walk or participate virtually
🏅 Custom Dirty Dog finisher medal
🎁 Fundraising rewards
🍔 Food & awards
🎟️ Raffles & vendors
🐾 Doggy Goodie Bags — limited quantity!

🐶 BRING YOUR BEST FRIEND!

Already registered? AWESOME! 🎉

Planning to bring your pup? Make sure you register your dog separately!

Dog registration is unlimited, but Doggy Goodie Bags are limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis. 🐾🎁

💥 WANT TO MAKE AN EVEN BIGGER IMPACT?

Fundraise while you train and earn exclusive Dirty Dog rewards!

💰 Raise $150 → Dirty Dog Hoodie
💰 Raise $250 → Hoodie + Tactical Duffle Bag
💰 Raise $500 → Hoodie + Tactical Duffle Bag + Custom Jacket

And don’t forget — you can SAVE $5 on your registration!

🎟️ Use Code: K9SUPPORTER

📅 SUNDAY, OCTOBER 25, 2026
📍 BAYSTATE BEAGLE CLUB
34 Point St., Berkley, MA
⏰ 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Whether you run every race, carry a ruck, walk with your family, or bring your K-9 companion for the adventure — there is a place for you on these trails.

Come get muddy.
Come have fun.
Come honor our heroes.
Come support the K-9s who serve beside them.

🐾 RUN DIRTY. RUN PROUD. RUN FOR THEM. 🇺🇸

👉 REGISTER TODAY — DON’T WAIT UNTIL THE LAST MINUTE!

08/26/2026

IN HONOR & MEMORY OF THE 13 FALLEN HEROES 🇺🇸
August 26, 2021 — Kabul, Afghanistan
Today, we remember 13 brave American service members who made the ultimate sacrifice while serving during the evacuation mission in Afghanistan.

On August 26, 2021, these heroes lost their lives at Abbey Gate in Kabul. They were doing what they had sworn to do—protecting others and serving our nation.

Please take a moment to remember their names.

🇺🇸 UNITED STATES MARINE CORPS

• Staff Sgt. Darin T. Hoover
• Sgt. Johanny Rosario Pichardo
• Sgt. Nicole L. Gee
• Cpl. Hunter Lopez
• Cpl. Daegan W. Page
• Cpl. Humberto A. Sanchez
• Lance Cpl. David L. Espinoza
• Lance Cpl. Jared M. Schmitz
• Lance Cpl. Rylee J. McCollum
• Lance Cpl. Dylan R. Merola
• Lance Cpl. Kareem M. Nikoui

⚓ UNITED STATES NAVY

• Hospitalman Maxton W. Soviak

🇺🇸 UNITED STATES ARMY

• Staff Sgt. Ryan C. Knauss

Thirteen lives. Thirteen families forever changed. Thirteen Americans who answered the call to serve and gave everything for their country and for others.

Today, and every August 26th, we remember their courage, their service, and their sacrifice.

We remember their names.
We honor their service.
We stand with their families.
We will never forget.

May these heroes rest in peace, and may their families always know that their loved ones' sacrifices are remembered.

🇺🇸 NEVER FORGOTTEN. NEVER ALONE. NEVER FORGOTTEN. 🇺🇸

08/04/2026

Are you ready to run, ruck, or walk with purpose?

Join us for the Baystate Dirty Dog Trail Run – Ruck – Walk 5K — a powerful, muddy tribute to the brave military members, first responders, and their K-9 partners who protect us every day.

📅 Date: Sunday, October 25, 2026 📍 Location: Baystate Beagle Club, Berkley, MA (across from 41 Point St.) 🐕 Dog-Friendly (on-leash, no bite history, waiver required) 🚫 No strollers — this is a true trail adventure!

New Custom Race Medal Design — Every finisher earns a stunning, one-of-a-kind medal honoring our heroes. You won’t want to miss this!

Use code DIRTYDOG26 to save $5 on registration today!

Register Now for the Dirty Dog 5K

This rugged 5K trail will challenge your body and lift your spirit as you honor the courage and sacrifice of those who serve — both the two-legged and four-legged heroes. Whether you’re running for speed, rucking with your pack, or walking in remembrance, every step makes a difference.

💥 Exclusive Fundraising Rewards (fundraise while you train!):

Raise $150 → Dirty Dog Hoodie
Raise $250 → Hoodie + Tactical Duffle Bag
Raise $500 → Hoodie + Tactical Duffle Bag + Custom Jacket


Lace up, grab your leash (and your pup if joining), and hit the trails that matter. Let’s get dirty together — for respect, resilience, and remembrance.

With deep gratitude and excitement, The Baystate Dirty Dog 5K Team Powered by Give2Those Inc. & Vest Up 4 The Fallen www.give2those.org | www.VESTUP4THEFALLEN.org



Funds raised through this event supports: 🐾 Baystate Beagle Club 🐕 K-9 Working Dogs, including Rehoboth Police K-9 Edo, recognizing the dedication, courage, and sacrifice of the K-9 teams who serve alongside our officers every day. These incredible partners put themselves in harm’s way to protect our communities and deserve the same appreciation and support as every other hero who serves. (training, equipment & support) 🎖️ Give2Those.org — programs that honor, remember, and uplift our fallen heroes, their families, and those who continue to serve.

07/27/2026

Are you ready to run, ruck, or walk with purpose?

Join us for the Baystate Dirty Dog Trail Run – Ruck – Walk 5K — a powerful, muddy tribute to the brave military members, first responders, and their K-9 partners who protect us every day.

📅 Date: Sunday, October 25, 2026 📍 Location: Baystate Beagle Club, Berkley, MA (across from 41 Point St.) 🐕 Dog-Friendly (on-leash, no bite history, waiver required) 🚫 No strollers — this is a true trail adventure!

New Custom Race Medal Design — Every finisher earns a stunning, one-of-a-kind medal honoring our heroes. You won’t want to miss this!

Use code DIRTYDOG26 to save $5 on registration today!

Register Now for the Dirty Dog 5K

This rugged 5K trail will challenge your body and lift your spirit as you honor the courage and sacrifice of those who serve — both the two-legged and four-legged heroes. Whether you’re running for speed, rucking with your pack, or walking in remembrance, every step makes a difference.

💥 Exclusive Fundraising Rewards (fundraise while you train!):

Raise $150 → Dirty Dog Hoodie
Raise $250 → Hoodie + Tactical Duffle Bag
Raise $500 → Hoodie + Tactical Duffle Bag + Custom Jacket


Lace up, grab your leash (and your pup if joining), and hit the trails that matter. Let’s get dirty together — for respect, resilience, and remembrance.

With deep gratitude and excitement, The Baystate Dirty Dog 5K Team Powered by Give2Those Inc. & Vest Up 4 The Fallen www.give2those.org | www.VESTUP4THEFALLEN.org



Funds raised through this event supports: 🐾 Baystate Beagle Club 🐕 K-9 Working Dogs, including Rehoboth Police K-9 Edo, recognizing the dedication, courage, and sacrifice of the K-9 teams who serve alongside our officers every day. These incredible partners put themselves in harm’s way to protect our communities and deserve the same appreciation and support as every other hero who serves. (training, equipment & support) 🎖️ Give2Those.org — programs that honor, remember, and uplift our fallen heroes, their families, and those who continue to serve.

07/16/2026

🇺🇸 Vest Up 4 The Fallen Family If you're looking for a meaningful challenge that honors our nation's heroes, check out the 2026 Gunnison Gut Check Ruck March!

📅 September 12, 2026
📍 Gunnison City Park – Gunnison, Utah

Choose your challenge:
🎖️ Full March – 25 miles
🎖️ Half March – 16 miles
🎖️ Mini Gut Check – 4 miles
💪 Light and Heavy divisions available for individuals and teams.

This event is about more than the miles—it's about remembering the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice, honoring first responders, veterans, and Gold Star families, and coming together as a community that refuses to forget.

Proceeds benefit several organizations supporting veterans, first responders, and military families.

If you're able to make the trip, this is a great opportunity to represent Vest Up 4 The Fallen while honoring those who gave everything.

For more information or to register, visit: 2026 Gunnison Gut Check Registration: https://gutcheck.itsyourrace.com/event.aspx?id=10941

🇺🇸 — with Allen Cole.

Saturday, Sep 12, 2026

07/13/2026

REGISTRATION IS OPEN!! SAVE $15.00 Early Registration!!

The 7th Annual Vest Up 4 The Fallen is officially OPEN for registration!

This coming year 2027, we proudly dedicate our event to America's Prisoners of War (POWs) and those Missing in Action (MIAs)—the heroes who never came home and those whose families are still waiting. Their service and sacrifice must never be forgotten.

🎖 Register today and use promo code:
AMERICA250
💲 Save $15 for a limited time!

Every participant will have the opportunity to earn:
⭐ An exclusive POW/MIA Tribute Patch
🏅 A Limited-Edition 7th Anniversary Finisher Medal

⚠️ Anniversary medals are available in limited quantities. Once they're gone, they're gone forever.

This is more than a walk.

It's a promise.

A promise to remember those who gave everything.
A promise to honor those who are still missing.
A promise that no hero will ever be forgotten.

📅 Registration is NOW OPEN!

👉 Register Today:
https://runsignup.com/Race/MA/Boston/VestUp4TheFallen

Together, we will walk with purpose.
Together, we will honor.
Together, we will remember.

🇺🇸 Until They All Come Home.

07/05/2026

REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN! 🇺🇸 As America celebrates 250 years of freedom, we pause to remember the men and women who made that freedom possible.

The 7th Annual Vest Up 4 The Fallen is officially OPEN for registration!

This year, we proudly dedicate our event to America's Prisoners of War (POWs) and those Missing in Action (MIAs)—the heroes who never came home and those whose families are still waiting. Their service and sacrifice must never be forgotten.

🎖 Register today and use promo code:
AMERICA250
💲 Save $15 for a limited time!

Every participant will have the opportunity to earn:
⭐ An exclusive POW/MIA Tribute Patch
🏅 A Limited-Edition 7th Anniversary Finisher Medal

⚠️ Anniversary medals are available in limited quantities. Once they're gone, they're gone forever.

This is more than a walk.

It's a promise.

A promise to remember those who gave everything.
A promise to honor those who are still missing.
A promise that no hero will ever be forgotten.

📅 Registration is NOW OPEN!

👉 Register Today:
https://runsignup.com/Race/MA/Boston/VestUp4TheFallen

Together, we will walk with purpose.
Together, we will honor.
Together, we will remember.

🇺🇸 Until They All Come Home.