When you run with Stop Soldier Suicide, every mile helps fund critical suicide prevention and mental health support for U.S. veterans and service members. Your race becomes a powerful way to honor their service—and help save lives.
Joining Team SSS creates an opportunity to honor our veterans and service members while raising awareness for our mission to save lives. Every step and every stride, along with every dollar raised, directly funds confidential, individualized mental health services and resourcing to veterans and service members at a higher risk of suicide.
This race is one of the largest and most iconic marathons in the world and proudly known as "The People's Marathon," will take place on Sunday, October 25, 2026. Organized by the U.S. Marines, the race winds through Arlington, VA, and the nation's capital, offering a unique and inspiring experience.
Tough Mudder & Spartan Races
If you are up for the challenge of a Tough Mudder or Spartan Race let us know! You can support our mission while competing in these adrenaline-packed events. You choose the date and location that works best for you and proudly carry our bib across the finish (yes, a little muddy!).
Running for Stop Soldier Suicide means you’re not just chasing a personal goal—you’re standing with veterans in their hardest moments. You can choose from the Marine Corps Marathon, a Tough Mudder Event, or a Spartan Race.
Interested in joining Team SSS? Fill out our form and connect with us!
All Team SSS competitors will receive one-on-one fundraising support, a personalized fundraising page, access to exclusive Team SSS rewards, supplies for your cheer squad, in-person opportunities to connect with teammates, and special recognition for the team's top fundraisers.
At Stop Soldier Suicide, we’re committed to our military community in providing mental health services to those at risk of suicide. We believe that no one who’s served our country should stand alone, and by serving all who have or currently wear the uniform, we’re here to answer the call. With your support, veterans and service members who receive our services never see a bill, and have renewed hope.
Veterans and service members are 58% more likely to die by suicide than their civilian peers.
More than 6,000 veterans have died by suicide over the past 20 years
Suicide is the 2nd leading cause of death for veterans under the age of 45