It's not a race, just a great way to give. Stay on your couch and sleep tight knowing that you've stepped in when a Veteran family just lost their dad. Your registration and not running shows you care. Twenty-two times a day, a provider is lost, a son is gone too soon, and dad's hand to hold is lost forever. Since 2017, we've been there for financial and mental health support for the survivors. Many times, just having us to talk to about it is enough, but they need money and they need it now. Funeral homes are merciless when it comes to payment. We send your donation the same day or next day after they call. The women left behind now have a very rough road to run. Loss of income, benefits, and usually their home follows. Help keep a family together and show them that people all across the USA care about them in their darkest hours.
Hotels Near This Race
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The Once A Soldier 0.0K Invitational 2026 — Saint Augustine, FL
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Race Travel Insurance
Don't forget travel insurance for April 1.
You've trained for months and booked a trip to Saint Augustine, FL.
A pre-race injury, a delayed flight, or a family emergency can derail the whole thing.
Travel insurance can help cover your race entry fee, hotel, and flights if you can't make it,
and may cover medical costs if something goes wrong on the course. Plans typically only run
5-7% of your total trip cost — and running events are covered under standard plans with no
additional coverage needed.
Trip cancellation up to 100% of prepaid costs
Running events covered under standard plans — no add-ons needed
Trip interruption up to 150% of non-refundable costs
