Abner Oakes III Veterans Run 5K & 10K
Sun, Oct 25, 2026, 4:30 AM EDT
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- Run
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Race feel
Run a hilly 5K or 10K in Hamden, CT, to honor veterans and support House of Heroes Connecticut's mission of providing no-cost home repairs.
- For a Cause
For a CauseGreat for
- Military & First Responders
Military & First RespondersThe Abner Oakes III Veterans Run 5K & 10K honors Navy Veteran Abner Oakes III, founder of the Hamden Veterans Commission. This event is dedicated to supporting the vital work of House of Heroes Connecticut, an organization committed to recognizing and serving military and public safety veterans and their spouses. Proceeds directly fund no-cost home repairs, a testament to their faithful and sacrificial service. Since 2012, HOHCT has completed hundreds of projects across Connecticut, making a tangible difference in veterans' lives.
What to expect
- Run a 5K or 10K on a hilly course.
- Support House of Heroes Connecticut, aiding veterans with home repairs.
From the organizer
Proceeds from this event will benefit the House of Heroes Connecticut.
The mission of House of Heroes Connecticut (HOHCT) is to recognize, honor and serve Connecticut military and public safety veterans and/or their spouses who have served our country faithfully and sacrificially. They do this by providing one day, no-cost home repairs through partnerships with and the generosity of individuals, civic organizations and corporations. They are committed to growing the organization and advancing the mission to the ever-increasing numbers of veterans both in Connecticut and nationwide.
The Connecticut Chapter has provided no-cost home repairs to 276 Connecticut military and public safety veterans and/or their surviving spouses since 2012. Projects have been completed in 73 cities and towns throughout Connecticut. The organization will hit 286 projects by the end of the year.
This event is dedicated to honor Abner Oakes III, a Navy Veteran and the founder of the Hamden Veterans Commission. In 2010 Abner was inducted into the Veterans Hall of Fame. Abner passed away May 29, 2021.
