Sugar Bear Memorial Run - Virtual Run 2025
2025-07-22
Run, walk, row, or bike 10 miles on July 22, 2025 to honor the memory of LtCol Mario “Sugar Bear” Carazo. LtCol Carazo made the ultimate sacrifice on July 22, 2010 when his AH-1W Cobra was shot down while supporting Marines engaged in a firefight in Afghanistan.
The proceeds from this virtual event will be split between the Marine Corps Association Foundation and the Sugar Bear Foundation, which supports Gold Star families and Surviving Spouses.
The first 250 participants to complete the event will receive an exclusive race pin with this year’s image.

Battle of Hue Run 6.8 miles
2025-08-23
Join us for the fourth event in our Honoring 250 Years of the Marine Corps virtual run series: the Battle of Huế Run 6.8 Miles.
On August 23rd, participants will run, walk, bike, swim, or row 6.8 miles to honor the courage and resilience of the Marines who fought in Vietnam. This distance marks the path from Phu Bai Combat Base to the city of Huế, a critical route during one of the Vietnam War’s fiercest battles.
Commemorate the strength of the 1st Marine Division and show that their legacy lives on through every mile.
Registration is $30 and the first 250 participants will receive an exclusive race pin based on MCA’s 250th Anniversary Commemorative Coin Series. The pin commemorates the period from 1960-1980.

Fallujah Freedom Run 5K
2025-10-11
On October 11th, remember the Marines who fought in the Second Battle of Fallujah by completing a 5K.
The Second Battle of Fallujah in 2004 was a defining moment of the Iraq War. Run, walk, bike, swim, or row to honor the adaptability and courage of Marines in modern warfare, as the Corps continues its 250-year tradition of defending American ideals.
Registration is $30 and the first 250 participants will receive an exclusive race pin based on MCA’s 250th Anniversary Commemorative Coin Series. The pin commemorates the Global War on Terrorism, 2000-2025.

Sporting Clay Shoot
2025-11-21 08:00 - 17:00 UTC | Cedar Creek Sporting Clays, 499 Ramah Road, Millville, New Jersey, 08332
Join Us for the Inaugural MCA Sporting Clay Shoot Competition celebrating 250 years of the Marine Corps.
Experience an exciting day on the range while supporting the Marine Corps Associations professional development programs for Marines. Whether you’re an experienced shooter or a beginner, our 15-station course offers a fun and welcoming challenge for all skill levels.
Team Participant Form | Liability Waiver

Forged in Freedom 250 Challenge
2026-03-03 - 2026-07-04
Honor America’s 250-year legacy by participating in the Forged in Freedom 250 Challenge, a nationwide virtual challenge supporting today’s Marines. Participants complete 250 miles at their own pace between March 3 and July 4.
All participants receive an exclusive, challenge-specific commemorative coin honoring America’s 250th birthday. Proceeds support MCA’s professional development programs for Marines.

An anonymous donor has stepped up in a big way by matching every registration fee for the Forged in Freedom 250-Mile Challenge and the First to Fight 250K Challenge.
Every mile you complete delivers double the impact in support of MCA’s programs for today’s Marines.
Register now—because this year, your miles go twice as far.

Registration: $50
Register for both 2026 virtual challenges and receive 10% off your total registration.

First to Fight 250K Challenge
2026-08-01 - 2026-11-10
Honor the legacy of the United States Marine Corps by completing the First to Fight 250K Challenge, a nationwide virtual challenge. Participants complete 250 kilometers (155 miles) at their own pace between August 1 and November 10.
All participants receive an exclusive, challenge-specific commemorative coin. Proceeds support MCA’s professional development programs for Marines.

An anonymous donor has stepped up in a big way by matching every registration fee for the Forged in Freedom 250-Mile Challenge and the First to Fight 250K Challenge.
Every mile you complete delivers double the impact in support of MCA’s programs for today’s Marines.
Register now—because this year, your miles go twice as far.

Registration: $50
Register for both 2026 virtual challenges and receive 10% off your total registration.

8th Annual Golf For The Marines Tournament
2026-09-28 07:30 - 16:00 | Belmont Country Club, 19661 Belmont Manor Lane, Ashburn, 20147, United States
Thank You For Supporting Our Golf For The Marines Tournament
