Currently, applications are only being accepted by United States Military Veterans. 

2022 Gold Star Initiative Schedule

• Athletic Brewing IRONMAN 70.3 Oceanside-4/2/2022 (GSI Athlete has already been selected)
• Certified Piedmontese Beef IRONMAN Tulsa- 5/22/2022 (GSI Athlete has already been selected)
• Sunbelt Bakery IRONMAN 70.3 Chattanooga -5/22/2022 (GSI Athlete has already been selected)
• IRONMAN 70.3 Eagleman-6/12/2022
• IRONMAN 70.3 Michigan-9/11/2022
• IRONMAN World Championship Kona- 10/8/2022 (GSI Athlete has already been selected) 
• IRONMAN 70.3 North Carolina-10/15/2022

• Opportunity to run with the American flag and present it to the Gold Star Family at the finish line, as well as holding the flag during the National Anthem and connecting with the Gold Star family before, during, and after the race.
• Invitation to select IRONMAN Foundation events and service projects
• Two (2) VIP passes for race day
• Custom IRONMAN Foundation race kit 

• If selected, complete agreement and waivers.
• Agree to fundraise $500 if you have your race entry, or $1,750/$3,500 (70.3 IRONMAN/IRONMAN) if you need a race entry.
• Set up a custom fundraising page.
• Hold the flag during the National Anthem on race day.
• Carry the flag during the run portion of the event and present it to the Gold Star Family at the finish line. 
• Engage in race weekend activities, including the opportunity to connect with the Gold Star Family before, during, and after the race.

Complete the application form online. Please note the associated deadlines.

Contact the IRONMAN Foundation at athletesupport@ironmanfoundation.org.