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Pre-Race Spaghetti Dinner Fundraiser

March 9, 2026

Pre-Race Spaghetti Dinner Fundraiser

Kick off race weekend by joining us for the Heroes of America Marathon Pre-Race Spaghetti Dinner Fundraiser on Friday, March 20, 2026.

The dinner will take place at the St. Luke Church Ministry Center (301 11th Street, Columbus, GA) and is a great opportunity for runners, families, and supporters to gather before race day. Doors open at 5:00 PM, followed by a short program at 5:30 PM featuring an overview of the Heroes of America Marathon and a presentation from special guest speaker Joanne Cogle. The evening will conclude at 7:00 PM.

For $20 per person, guests can enjoy an all-you-can-eat spaghetti dinner with multiple sauce options, bread, salad, beverages, and dessert.

Come enjoy great food, connect with fellow runners, and start race weekend with a shared mission of honoring our heroes.

Stop the 22 Veteran Suicides a Day!

1-800-2733-TALK (8255)

March is being recognized as Mental Health Awareness Month, however every month we should recognize the crisis of the Mental Health of our Veterans. It is so important to be aware of the increase in suicides within Special Operations and to not continue the stigma associated with mental illness. Please let someone know if you are struggling and never be afraid to ask for help. Please help us Spread Awareness and if you know someone who may be struggling, call them and let them know you are thinking about them and they are not alone.

https://www.cnn.com/2019/02/02/politics/socom-military-suicide-spike-2018/index.html

*If you're thinking about suicide, are worried about a friend or loved one, or would like emotional support, the Lifeline network is available 24/7 across the United States. Call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 800-273-TALK (800-273-8255) to reach a trained counselor. Use that same number and press "1" to reach the Veterans Crisis Line.