Northeast Indiana Base Community Council Hosts 12th Annual Race for the Warrior

The event includes running, walking, rucking, and rolling to support local veterans and their families.

Apr. 10, 2026 at 1:56am

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A brightly colored, high-contrast silkscreen print featuring repeated icons of a running shoe, a weighted backpack, and a wheelchair, capturing the energy and inclusivity of the Race for the Warrior event.The vibrant and diverse activities of the annual Race for the Warrior event bring the community together to support local veterans.Fort Wayne Today

The Northeast Indiana Base Community Council is hosting the 12th annual Race for the Warrior event on May 16th at the Fort Wayne International Airport. The event features a variety of activities including running, walking, rucking (carrying a weighted backpack), and rolling (wheelchair participants) to raise funds and awareness for local veterans and their families.

Why it matters

The Race for the Warrior is an important annual event that brings the local community together to support veterans and their families. The funds raised from the event go towards programs and services that assist veterans with their transition back to civilian life, mental health support, and other critical needs.

The details

The Race for the Warrior event features a variety of activities including running, walking, rucking (carrying a weighted backpack), and rolling (wheelchair participants). The event is scheduled for May 16th at 10 a.m. and will take place at the Fort Wayne International Airport. Participants can register for the event online, with all proceeds going towards the Northeast Indiana Base Community Council's initiatives to support local veterans.

  • The 12th annual Race for the Warrior is scheduled for May 16, 2026 at 10 a.m.
  • Registration for the event is currently open online.

The players

Eric Flores

The co-chair of the Race for the Warrior event, who joined 21alivenews.com to discuss the details of this year's race.

Northeast Indiana Base Community Council

The organizer of the annual Race for the Warrior event, which raises funds and awareness to support local veterans and their families.

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What they’re saying

“We're excited to host the 12th annual Race for the Warrior and continue our mission of supporting local veterans and their families.”

— Eric Flores, Race for the Warrior Co-Chair

What’s next

Interested participants can register for the Race for the Warrior event online at the Northeast Indiana Base Community Council's website.

The takeaway

The annual Race for the Warrior event demonstrates the local community's commitment to supporting veterans and their families through fundraising, awareness, and providing critical services and resources.