1LT Robert F. Welch III Charity

The 1LT Robert F. Welch III Run for our Heroes Race was created by Becky Welch in an effort to preserve the memory of her late husband, 26 year-old Army 1LT Rob Welch, who was killed in Afghanistan on 3 April 2011. Her goal was to pay tribute to her husband and other Fallen Soldiers, as well as use the event to say thank you to those currently serving, local Veterans, Firemen, and Police officers. With help from her friend, Alicia Young began to take shape. With the support of family, friends, and community members, the first annual Run for our Heroes Race took place on 14 April 2012 marking Welch’s 1 year “Angel”versary. Ever since, the event is held every year on the Saturday in April closest to 1LT Welch's "Angel"versary date.  Proceeds from the event benefit the 1LT Robert F. Welch III charitable foundation and used to help support the needs of local veterans, fire departments, police departments, and Gold Star families.