Bloom Energy’s 3rd Annual Stars & Strides Delaware 5K Raises $50,000 for Veterans and Military Families

This past weekend, Bloom Energy was the Presenting Host of the 3rd annual Stars and Strides Delaware 5K and Family Fun Day. With the help of over 30 sponsors and community partners, over the past three years, we have raised over $80,000 to support Delaware's veterans and military families. This year alone, over 400 community members participated, and together, we raised over $50,000 to support our beneficiary organizations the Delaware National Guard Youth Foundation, Stop Soldier Suicide, and The Food Bank of Delaware.

Bloom sees these donations as meaningful investments in our community. Dollars raised and contributed will support high impact initiatives championed by these three beneficiary organizations. For the Delaware National Guard Youth Foundation, our investment will fund scholarships and educational programs for at-risk youth and support the ChalleNGe Program which focuses on leadership development, job skills, and responsible citizenship. At Stop Soldier Suicide, our contribution will cover over 400 hours of clinical support for veterans and service members, with an emphasis on suicide-specific counseling, mental healthcare, and outreach programs connecting at-risk individuals with vital resources. For Food Bank Delaware, Bloom's investment will fund over 40,000 meals for local families and initiatives like the Mobile Pantry and Backpack Program, which supply children with food during weekends and holidays when school meals are unavailable.

Following the Stars and Strides Delaware 5K Fun Run, Bloom was the lead sponsor of the University of Delaware's Military Appreciation Day Football Game against the University of Rhode Island. During the game, our veterans and active military were recognized in many ways. Bloom Energy employees and representatives of our beneficiary organization had the opportunity to participate in the on-field celebrations.

The weekend culminated in a $5,500 Bloom Energy check presentation to the Newark Morning Rotary Club in support of its Flags For Heroes program. This program expands our impact to veteran and first responder organizations including the Newark Police Athletic League, Stop Soldier Suicide, and Beds 4 Vets.

At Bloom Energy, we understand the importance of expressing thanks and gratitude for the profound sacrifices veterans and military families make for our country. We hope that this Veterans Day you can find a way to express thanks to the veterans in your life as well.