5k race benefits organization that helps injured veterans

KALAMAZOO, Mich.—An inaugural 5k run and walk event on Saturday, Sept. 27, at Western Michigan University will benefit Homes for Our Troops, a private non-profit organization supporting injured veterans.

Hosted by the Alpha Sigma Phi fraternity, registration begins at 8 a.m. for the run at Kanley Track. Sign-up prior to the day of the race is $25 and available at asp5k.com. Registration is $30 on the day of the race.

A pre-race kickoff includes a joint service color guard, National Anthem and a guest speaker. The start of the race will be signaled by mascot Boomer the Cannon.

Participants will receive a race T-shirt and complimentary refreshments after the race, courtesy of Kalamazoo-area race sponsors.

Homes for Our Troops

Homes for Our Troops provides specially-adapted homes for injured veterans so they can enjoy maximum freedom of movement, security and independence. For more information on this organization, visit hfotusa.org.

For more information on the run, visit asp5k.com.