‘Patriot Run Across America’ Seeks to Raise One Million Dollars for Wounded Warrior Project by Running from San Francisco to Key West in 80 Days
On March 1, 2012 ultra distance runner John Pyle will begin the ‘Patriot Run Across America’ with a goal of clocking 45 miles daily over 80 days, finishing with the Keys 100 Mile Race from Key Largo to
November 17, 2011 – Sarsota, FL- The Patriot Trust, Inc. today announced the ‘Patriot Run Across America’ (www.patriotrunacrossamerica.com/) a 3,177.74 mile run across the United States starting March 1st, 2012 led by ultra-marathoner John Pyle of Sarasota to raise one million dollars for the Wounded Warrior Project™. The Patriot Run is organized by the Patriot Trust, Inc., a non-profit organization formed in 2011 to aid American servicemen and women who have served in the U.S. Armed Forces.
The Patriot Trust, Inc. has gained support to begin this challenge and is currently seeking major American brands to sponsor the Run. Support needed includes funds, transportation (motor home, support vehicles, fuel and airfare) lodging, food, water, running supplies (footwear and apparel) and medical.
John Pyle, who is well-known in the ultra-marathon world for his ability to carry and hold high an American flag for the duration of a run, will be joined by local runner and marathon groups in each locale the Patriot Run transits. This provides a great opportunity for Patriot Run corporate supporters to reach an enthusiastic, patriotic and athletic demographic. Major American cities along the Patriot Run route include San Francisco, Santa Barbara, Palm Springs, Phoenix, Tucson, El Paso, Austin, Houston, Lafayette, Baton Rouge, Mobile, Tallahassee, Jacksonville (Wounded Warrior HQ), Daytona Beach, Port St. Lucie, Palm Beach, Ft. Lauderdale, Miami, Key Largo and Key West.
Noted investor and philanthropist Paul E. Welch of
We welcome Facebookers to follow http://www.facebook.com/PatriotRunAcrossAmerica. Individuals and businesses interested in contributing to the Patriot Run effort are encouraged to do so through the donation site at http://www.patriotrunacrossamerica.com/support. Potential corporate sponsors are encouraged to contact Patriot Run principals directly by email to john@thepatriottrust.us.com“>john@thepatriottrust.us.com or rich@prmgt.com“>rich@prmgt.com.
Corporate branding opportunities are significant including signage/wraps on all the Patriot Run communications, tour vehicles and buses, apparel, etc. More information is available at (www.patriotrunacrossamerica.com/)
About The Patriot Trust, Inc
The Patriot Trust, Inc. was established in 2011 as a non-profit organization to aid the men and women who have served this great country. Working with other organizations that share similar passions, the Trust creates strong bonds with groups such as The Wounded Warrior Project and The Challenged Athletes Foundation (CAF). Through direct funding and sponsorship programs, productive and inspiring feats are accomplished that benefit individuals and the community at large. The Patriot Trust reaches these goals by directly supporting events such as The Patriot Run Across America. Through concerted efforts by those associated with the Trust and the organizations it seeks to support, there is no limit to the profound impact that can be made.
About Wounded Warrior Project
The mission of Wounded Warrior Project™ (WWP) is to honor and empower wounded warriors. The purpose of WWP is to raise awareness and to enlist the public’s aid for the needs of injured service members; to help injured servicemen and women aid and assist each other; and to provide unique, direct programs and services to meet their needs. WWP is a national, nonpartisan organization headquartered in
