OPERATION GOLD STAR

Overview

Operation Gold Star gives active-duty military and veterans the chance to team up and honor Gold Star Families by carrying the American flag during the run portion of select IRONMAN 70.3 events and presenting it to a Gold Star Family at the finish line.

Operation Gold Star Athletes

Currently, applications are only being accepted from active-duty military and United States Military veterans. 

2023 Operation Gold Star Schedule

  • Visit Panama City Beach IRONMAN 70.3 Gulf Coast- 5/13/2023 (Athlete Selected)
  • IRONMAN 70.3 Maine- 7/30/2023 (Athlete Selected)
  • IRONMAN 70.3 Waco- 10/15/2023 (Athlete Selected)
  • Apply with a Gold Star Family in mind to run in honor of
  • Opportunity to run with the American flag and present it to the Gold Star Family at the finish line
  • Invitation to IRONMAN Foundation events on-site and service projects (if applicable)
  • Two (2) VIP passes for race day (if VIP activating)
  • IMF T- Shirt
  • IMF Hat
  • IMF Gold swim cap
  • Custom IMF Santini kit
  • Low bib number and bike racking with other TEAM IMF athletes 
  • If selected, complete agreement and waivers.
  • Agree to fundraise $1,350 if you have a race entry, or $1,850 if you need a race entry.
  • Set up custom fundraising page
  • Carry the flag during the run portion of the event and present it to the Gold Star Family at the finish line
  • Media interviews (if comfortable)
  • Engage in race weekend activities, including the opportunity to connect with Gold Star Family before, during, and after the race

Applications for 2023 Operation Gold Star have closed. 

Contact the IRONMAN Foundation at athletesupport@ironmanfoundation.org.

Contact the IRONMAN Foundation at athletesupport@ironmanfoundation.org.

Contact the IRONMAN Foundation at athletesupport@ironmanfoundation.org.

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