Team Red White and Blue

[MTN Medic]

You may say to yourself, "What is Team Red White and Blue." Well, I have an answer:

http://www.firstgiving.com/teamrwb

You may ask, "How can I support this fine organization?" Boy are you lucky! I am running the Boulder 100 mile on 15-16 Oct and you could donate to this fine charity on my behalf!

You may ask, "How do I do this?" Luck You! Here is a link:

http://www.firstgiving.com/fundraise...ell/boulder100

Donate and Carry On!

[MTN Medic]

Team Red, White & Blue’s (Team RWB) vision is to transform the way wounded veterans are reintegrated into society when they return from combat and exit their position in the Active Duty force or National Guard.
While much has improved since the post-Vietnam era, some polarization between veterans and our society still exists today. Strong relationships between wounded veterans and their fellow Americans are critical to veterans’ reintegration into civilian life as well as our nation’s success. That’s why Team RWB’s mission is to enrich the lives of wounded veterans and their families. Team RWB works toward this mission by focusing on three key areas:

1. ENDURANCE EVENTS

Endurance events (e.g., half-marathons, marathons, ultra-marathons, triathlons or even hikes) allow the Team RWB community to come together and honor the commitment and dedication of our veterans – both in service and now during their struggle for reintegration. More specifically, these events help raise awareness and funding, and connect Team RWB members with other like-minded individuals to inspire our movement of personal appreciation and caring for war service veterans and their families. Team RWB sponsors its own events and organizes Team RWB participation in existing events throughout the country. However, our movement would not be possible through Team RWB-sponsored or organized events only. Athletes are encouraged to represent Team RWB in any event that is of interest to them and/or host their own events in support of Team RWB. Examples include 1 mile fun-runs or 5k races for family and friends, long-distance hikes or walks and community bike rides.

2. SOCIAL LEADERSHIP-BASED NETWORK

During a June 2010 study of Iraq and Afghanistan combat veterans, almost all veterans surveyed expressed interest in services to help adjust to civilian life. Additional research has shown that 90 percent of today’s war service veterans actively search for information and connections online. Team RWB will launch a social leadership-based network using social media and other interactive tools to meet both of these needs, achieving local impact on a national scale. Once complete, teamrwb.com will enable all interested team members to create relationships within and outside their local communities. This network/community will serve as the backbone for raising awareness and funds, and connecting wounded veteran families with athletes, advocates and others.

3. ONE-ON-ONE RELATIONSHIPS

Today’s veterans face many challenges to successful reintegration into society following their experiences in a combat zone. Short-term solutions can include medical prescription drugs or counseling; however, research has shown that veterans’ reintegration challenges can be compounded by feelings of isolation from no longer being part of a “unit” or team. Team RWB aims to combat these challenges by connecting veterans and their families with others (known as “advocates”) through meaningful, friendship-based relationships. Wounded veterans and advocates define the exact nature of their relationship, ensuring each relationship is mutually beneficial and unique. To better meet veterans’ needs, advocates will focus on the “everyday” – not the spectacular: being a friend, spending time together and performing small acts of kindness on a personal level.

[head]

Awesome - I like this thread!

Also... As I'm sure many of you are planning on solemn remembrance of some sort, please consider joining Team RWB on September 11th by making a "moving tribute" wherever you happen to be.. I have a couple events lined up in the LA area, but there are sevral all across the country

No matter where you're going to be on Sunday, September 11th, please join Team Red, White & Blue and make a 'moving tribute' to honor those lost on 9/11, the servicemen & women who have been killed or wounded since 9/11---and all their families. By committing to walk, run, bike, or hike on September 11th, we are carving out time on this 10th anniversary to reflect upon the tremendous sacrifice so many Americans have made.

Team RWB has people from all over the world, including soldiers deployed to Afghanistan, who are joining us in our mission to honor and remember. We encourage you to spread the word and make this tribute in groups, and where possible to meet at 8:30 am to hold a moment of silence at 8:46 am---when the North Tower was first attacked.

So, wherever you're at, please join Team RWB on September 11th and help us honor those who lost their lives on 9/11---and re-affirm our commitment to support the men, women and families who have sacrificed so much over the past decade.

More information regarding preplanned events on facebook.. https://www.facebook.com/#!/event.ph...44174755603308

[jbour13]

head is a big supporter out in SoCal.

I work stuff here in the Fayetteville area.

If you have questions after you visit the website, be sure to ask.

Good thread MTN Medic!!

[head]

Bump.

[Gypsy]

Thanks for this info, I will be donating to you next week...(payday )

[MTN Medic]

Awesome. Great support from the site. I knew you, of all people, would be the one's to put your money where your mouth is. Great job and keep it up PS.com!

[MTN Medic]

Pay Day bump!

[MTN Medic]

Over $750! Thanks so much for the support and let's keep it coming!

[Pete]

How many folks have you talked into doing it with you?

Going to run as a group or as individuals?

[MTN Medic]

Originally Posted by Pete

How many folks have you talked into doing it with you?

Going to run as a group or as individuals?

Well, I talked a few into doing it, but after the train-up thus far, I am down to 1.5 people that are going to do it with me. I know I have one guy that will do it with me. He is too RAGNAR not to... Plus, I would never let him live it down.

[Gypsy]

My payday bump!

[MTN Medic]

Right on! I really appreciate all your support. PS.com has been stellar! It makes all the long....loooooooong runs so much easier.

[Gypsy]

Well, thank you for what YOU do!

[MTN Medic]

Just got my race packet in the mail and thought I would give this a bump. Turns out, its just gonna be me running due to injuries/time constraints. By the way, it is pay day!!!!!