End the Silence 5K/Walk
Sat, May 9, 2026, 5:00 AM EDT
- Distance
- 5K
- Type
- Run
Finish signup on the organizer site (check fees and dates there).
Race feel
Join the Shelby County Suicide Prevention Coalition for a supportive 5K/Walk focused on mental health awareness and community connection.
- For a Cause
For a CauseGreat for
- Military & First Responders
Military & First RespondersThe End the Silence 5K/Walk in Shelbyville, IN, is a meaningful community event hosted by the Shelby County Suicide Prevention Coalition. It invites veterans, active-duty service members, military families, and the wider community to unite for suicide prevention and mental health awareness. This gathering offers a supportive environment to honor service, raise awareness, and remind everyone that help is available. Participants can walk in honor or memory of service members, fostering connection and reducing stigma. Local food trucks will be on site, with a portion of proceeds supporting prevention efforts.
What to expect
- A supportive 5K walk focused on mental health awareness.
- Connect with veterans, military families, and community members.
- Enjoy local food trucks, with proceeds benefiting suicide prevention.
Standout details
- Supports suicide prevention efforts
- Focus on mental health awareness
- Welcomes veterans and military families
- Local food trucks on site
Perks & features
- Food & Drink
Food & DrinkFrom the public listing; confirm on the official site.
Summaries use public event text. Confirm schedule, fees, and rules on the official page before you sign up.
From the organizer
End the Silence 5K/Walk Hosted by the Shelby County Suicide Prevention CoalitionThe Shelby County Suicide Prevention Coalition invites veterans, active-duty service members, military families, and the community to join us for the End the Silence 5K/Walk, a meaningful event focused on suicide prevention, mental health awareness, and community support.
This event is an opportunity to come together in support of those who have served and those currently facing challenges. We recognize that many veterans carry invisible burdens, and this walk is a way to honor that service, raise awareness, and remind one another that help is available and no one has to face these struggles alone. Participants are encouraged to walk in honor of their service, in memory of fellow service members, or in support of those currently navigating mental health challenges. Together, we can foster connection, reduce stigma, and promote a culture where reaching out for help is seen as a sign of strength.
Day-of registration will be available, and participants are encouraged to arrive early to complete the required waiver.
Local food trucks will be on site during the event, with participating vendors donating a portion of their proceeds to support ongoing suicide prevention efforts in Shelby County.
Community sponsorships are available to ensure that cost is not a barrier to participation.
We especially encourage veterans and their families to attend and connect with others in a supportive, welcoming environment.
Walk together. Talk together. End the Silence.