We know firsthand how much veterans miss the camaraderie, the sense of belonging, and the purpose that service once gave them. Through fitness, we aim to restore that connection by giving veterans and athletes a team to fight for, a community to lean on, and a renewed sense of identity.

We believe these challenges can be powerfully eased through connection, community, and fitness.

The Battle Buddy Gauntlet was created to reflect the very thing the military instills in us: you never leave a teammate behind. Over two years, we have raised more than $21,000 for veteran-focused causes and we are just getting started.

This year, we partner with Healing Paws for Warriors, a veteran-founded, veteran-led nonprofit based right here in the Florida Panhandle. They provide rescue dogs trained as ADA-certified service animals to veterans battling PTSD, TBI, and Military Sexual Trauma, completely free of charge to the veteran. Their belief is simple: saving a veteran and rescuing a dog are not separate missions. They are the same one.

Through our partnership with Healing Paws for Warriors, proceeds from this event will help fund the training, placement, and ongoing support of service dogs for veterans who need them most.

This year, we Gauntlet for the ones still fighting their battles at home.

Veterans, friends, and families, we invite you to join us on November 7, 2026!

If you are unable to compete or attend, you can still support Healing Paws for Warriors by donating or becoming a sponsor.

For sponsor, vendor, or volunteer inquiries:
battlebuddygauntlet@gmail.com

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