2026 Run/Walk 5k for Heroes

1 Heckscher State Pkwy, East Islip, NY US 11730 // Sat October 24, 2026

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Knights of Columbus Sunrise Council 6607 presents their annual Paws of War Family 5K Run & Walk.

We are so excited for the upcoming Paws of War 5K hosted by the Knights of Columbus Sunrise Council 6607 in support of our mission to help veterans, first responders, and rescue animals through our service dog programs. This event is a meaningful way to bring the community together while supporting those who have sacrificed so much for our country.

Paws of War is incredibly honored to be a part of the event, and we are grateful to the Knights of Columbus and all participants for standing alongside our mission of “saving both ends of the leash.”

sponsorship opportunities

For sponsorship/registration information please call Kim Grossmann 631-710-5708

A limited number of sponsorship packages are available for this event. Each one makes a difference for local heroes through Paws of War’s life-changing programs and services that support our veterans, first responders, and active military.

Presenting Sponsor — $15,000

  • Premier logo placement on all event materials

  • Company name and logo featured prominently at the top of the Welcome Banner

  • On-stage recognition during opening and awards presentations

  • Recognition on signage throughout the course

  • Featured recognition across all event social media platforms

  • Logo placement on the back of official event t-shirts

  • Opportunity to include branded promotional items in participant bags

  • Logo/name displayed on the back of official event t-shirts

Platinum Sponsor — $10,000

  • Prominent logo placement on Welcome Banner

  • Recognition on signage throughout the course

  • On-stage recognition during event programming

  • Featured social media recognition before and after the event

  • Large logo placement on the back of official event t-shirts

  • Promotional materials included in participant bags

  • VIP event access for sponsor representatives

  • Logo/name displayed on the back of official event t-shirts

Gold Sponsor — $5,000

  • Recognition on course signage

  • Recognition during on-stage announcements

  • Social media recognition on event platforms

  • Medium logo placement on the back of official event t-shirts

  • Inclusion on sponsor recognition materials and website

  • Logo/name displayed on the back of official event t-shirts

Silver Sponsor — $2,500

  • Logo placement on course signage

  • Social media recognition

  • Small logo placement on the back of official event t-shirts

  • Recognition on sponsor signage and website

  • Logo/name displayed on the back of official event t-shirts

Bronze Sponsor — $1,000

  • Name/logo listed on sponsor signage

  • Recognition on social media

Community Sponsor — $500

  • Name listed on sponsor recognition materials

  • Group social media thank-you recognition

  • Name included on the back of official event t-shirts

  • Logo/name displayed on the back of official event t-shirts

Paws of War is funded entirely by public contributions. We depend on the generosity of our donors to continue our work.  We are a non-profit organization under section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code, tax I.D. #46-5113396, and donations are tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law.

All donations made through the mail may be sent to:

127 Smithtown Blvd. Nesconset, NY 11767

Phone: (631) 406-6595

Email: Info@pawsofwar.org