ICAN Salute to Service 5K

Sat, Aug 1, 2026, 8:00 AM EDT

Location: Fort Wayne, IN; Park Location TBD, 46815
Type: RUN

Official registration

At a glance

Run or walk to honor military Veterans and support service-dog placements through the Indiana Canine Assistant Network.

For a Cause

Great for: cause-driven runners

Join the ICAN Salute to Service 5K and Family Walk in Fort Wayne, Indiana. This event is a heartfelt tribute to military Veterans, with all proceeds directly supporting the Indiana Canine Assistant Network. Your participation helps waive service-dog placement fees for Veterans, ensuring life-changing partnerships continue. It's a meaningful way to recognize service and make a tangible impact for remarkable individuals.

What to expect

A 5K run or family-friendly walk in the Fort Wayne area.
Directly support military Veterans and their service-dog partnerships.
Receive a T-shirt if participating in person.

Standout details

Supports military Veterans
Funds service-dog placements
5K run and Family Walk
T-shirt included for in-person runners

Auto-drafted from the public listing — confirm details on the official event page before signing up.

Distances & registration

3 options

Registration for all distances is through the official signup link above.

1 Miles
Sat, Aug 1, 8:00 AM EDT · From $22.20
Opens Mar 2, 2026, 5:49 AM EST · Closes Aug 1, 2026, 7:50 PM EDT
5K
Sat, Aug 1, 8:00 AM EDT · From $32.80
Opens Dec 28, 2025, 3:00 AM EST · Closes May 30, 2026, 7:59 PM EDT
5K
Sat, Aug 1, 8:00 AM EDT · From $32.80
Opens Mar 1, 2026, 10:38 AM EST · Closes Aug 1, 2026, 7:50 PM EDT

Vibe Check

Easygoing

Distance only — terrain and weather data unavailable.

The course

From the organizer

In honor of the military Veterans we proudly serve, we’re excited to announce the Indiana Canine Assistant Network’s 5K and Family Walk, happening Saturday, Aug. 1, 2026. The event will take place at a park in the Fort Wayne area, with the exact location to be announced soon.

Kickoff is at 8 a.m.

All proceeds from the event will directly support our Veterans, whose service‑dog placement fees are fully waived by ICAN. Your participation helps ensure these life‑changing partnerships continue.

Joining us is a powerful way to recognize the sacrifices our Veterans have made and to show your appreciation for their service. Let’s come together to make a meaningful impact for these remarkable individuals.

Please note: Virtual participants are not guaranteed a T‑shirt.

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