Sep
25, 2024
Nobody Walks Alone: A Nationwide Tribe Unites for The COMMIT Foundation
In a powerful display of camaraderie, grit, and purpose, the Nobody Walks Alone event brought participants from all corners of the country to raise funds and awareness for The COMMIT Foundation. From the shores of Virginia Beach to the streets of Seattle, Long Island, New York, across North Carolina, and we even went international with folks participating in Normandy - teams of passionate individuals came together to prove that nobody walks alone.
This incredible event, now an annual tradition, was the brainchild of Michele Olive, our inspiring Vice President of Alumni Affairs. Michele envisioned a way to strengthen the bond between The COMMIT Foundation participants and their support networks while raising critical funds for the foundation, an organization dedicated to helping those who have served, their spouses, and their families transition into meaningful post-service lives. Her vision sparked Nobody Walks Alone, an event that has quickly become a symbol of unity and shared purpose.
A new addition to this year's event was The MO, a WOD (Workout of the Day) designed specifically for the occasion. Aptly named after Michele Olive herself, The MO challenged participants to six grueling rounds of 10 pull-ups, 10 clean and presses with dumbbells, and a ½-mile run—while carrying extra weight in the form of a vest or ruck. This symbolic load was a reminder that the burdens those who serve carry after their service are never truly light—but with a strong community, no one bears them alone.
This year’s Nobody Walks Alone event was our most successful yet! This remarkable achievement, a testament to our collective effort, will go directly to empowering high-potential individuals through The COMMIT Foundation’s mission of building purpose-driven lives post-service. The impact of this event goes beyond the dollars raised. It’s about the tribe that comes together, supporting one another, stepping up to walk, run, and lift side by side, just as they do in life. The physical challenge reflects the emotional and mental challenges our participants face in transition, and it reinforces that we are all in this together.
Participants echoed a shared sentiment: We are a tribe. This is the driving spirit of Nobody Walks Alone. Whether you are in Seattle lacing up your boots, running through the sandy trails of Virginia Beach, riding the battlefields of Normandy, or lifting alongside your brothers and sisters in Long Island, you’re connected by a purpose that transcends geography. You’re walking together, even when miles apart.
Looking ahead, we want even more people to join this movement. Next year, we’re aiming to increase participation and raise even more for The COMMIT Foundation. And the journey doesn’t stop here. Be on the lookout for other exciting events like the MOG Mile with The Three Rangers Foundation and the Warrior Yomp in Washington D.C. with the Allied Forces Foundation. Each event, every step taken, builds on this momentum—showing those who serve that no matter what, they’ll never walk alone. The potential of this movement is boundless, and we can't wait to see where it takes us.
Thank you to every participant, every supporter, and every person who believes in the power of community. Your contributions, whether through participation, donation, or simply spreading the word, are deeply appreciated and have made a significant impact. Let’s keep growing this tribe, one mile, one lift, and one step at a time.
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