May 2019 - Shepherd’s Men

CNN – SHARE Military Initiative at Shepherd Center Saving Lives

The Shepherd’s Men embarked on running seven half-marathons (approx. 22 km) a day wearing 22 pound flak jackets to symbolize the 22 veterans who take their own lives every day. The campaign [...]

Shepherd’s Men run 7 half-marathons in 7 days to help veterans

WAGA FOX 5 ATLANTA (May 27, 2019) – Imagine running seven half-marathons, seven days in a row. Now, add 90-degree heat and a 22-pound vest. For most, it’s an impossible venture, but one [...]

8 Half marathons in 8 days for veterans

WGCL CBS 46 ATLANTA (May 27, 2019) – Eight cities in eight days. That’s a grueling schedule for anyone. Imagine it running a half-marathon in each place. That’s exactly what a [...]

As suicide rate spikes among Georgia vets, Shepherd Center raises money to help

SAPORTA REPORT (May 26, 2019) – As the suicide rate among young Georgia veterans rises to well over twice the rate of their peers who did not serve in the military, the sixth annual event [...]

Running hundreds of miles to raise millions for veterans

RADIO.COM (May 24, 2019) – There are many ways to help veteran causes. You can donate to an organization or, if you're a real hard-charger, you can start your own.

No Memorial Day plans? Come to Shepherd Center to cheer on a group running to aid veterans

CHEROKEE TRIBUNE & LEDGER NEWS (May 23, 2019) – For those of you who don’t have Memorial Day plans, Shepherd Center in Buckhead is inviting you to spend it with Shepherd’s Men as it finishes [...]