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Heroes on the Water Invites You to Walk, Fundraise, and Remember This Memorial May

May 6, 2025

Associated Press

Make this Memorial May a time to remember the heroes who gave everything for our freedom. Heroes on the Water (HOW) is proud to continue its role as an official nonprofit partner of Carry the Load’s Memorial May campaign, a nationwide movement that restores the true meaning of Memorial Day.

This year, HOW invites community members to walk with purpose, fundraise with heart, and reflect with gratitude. Supporters can participate from anywhere or meet up with the HOW national team at two key events: the Houston Community Event (May 24) and the Dallas Memorial March (May 25–26). Go to CarryTheLoad.org for event details.

“Every May, we pause to honor the men and women who gave everything for our country. It’s a sacred time for reflection, but also a time for action,” says Neil Mullaney, Col (Ret), USAF, and Executive Director of HOW. “By joining our teams, walking beside us, or supporting the cause financially, you’re actively helping our veterans, and first responders find healing and purpose beyond service.”

Heroes on the Water stands with Carry The Load to recognize the dedication and sacrifice of our nation’s military, veterans, first responders, and their families. Since 2011, HOW has proudly participated in Memorial May as a nonprofit partner, uniting outdoor healing with remembrance.

Walk and fundraise with us. There are many ways to get involved this Memorial May:

Join the HOW national team and raise funds to support outdoor wellness programs for veterans, first responders, and their families
Start your own team to walk and fundraise for HOW

Meet up with HOW at the Houston Community Event (May 24) or Dallas Memorial March (May 25-26)
Carry the name or story of a fallen hero, honoring their legacy and reminding others of the true cost of freedom

“This is more than a march, it’s a moment to honor sacrifice and extend healing to those still with us,” says Neil. “We invite you to walk alongside our teams, share your story, and support those continuing to serve their communities long after their uniforms are retired. By fundraising through Carry The Load, you directly help us serve more heroes who are struggling in silence.”

Participation is open to all ages and fitness levels. Whether you walk a few blocks, complete an entire leg of the relay, or focus solely on fundraising, your effort carries meaning. Walking with HOW is a way to pay tribute to those we’ve lost while providing healing opportunities for those who continue to carry the weight of service.

“Since the first Carry The Load event on Memorial Day in 2011, we’ve collaborated with like-minded organizations to help strengthen each other’s mission,” says Stephen Holley, co-founder, president and CEO of Carry The Load and veteran U.S. Navy SEAL. “It’s truly inspiring to see the positive impact our collaboration with Heroes on the Water has had on the lives of so many people over the years.”

To register, donate, or build a team, visit: http://participate.carrytheload.org/goto/HOWNational2025 For national relay schedules and event details, visit carrytheload.org/memorial-may

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