Purpose: The Back Your Badge Marathon is proudly sponsored by the Town of Plainfield to honor and support all Public Safety Agencies — Police, Fire, and Communications.
Community Involvement: These dedicated professionals have made a shared commitment to the health and wellness of their personnel, and now it’s your turn to join them on the course.
Race Distances: Celebrate community, wellness, and service at the 4th Annual Back Your Badge Marathon, featuring three exciting race distances — the 5K, Half Marathon, and Full Marathon.
Participants: Runners and walkers of all levels are welcome to participate.
Course Highlights
Course Certification: The scenic course is USA Track & Field Certified.
Scenic Features: Highlights include historic US 40, the Plainfield Parks Trail System, and routes passing local police, fire, and communications facilities.
Agency Representation: Each participant chooses an agency to represent, and every mile completed adds to that agency’s total.
Competition: The team with the most combined miles will earn bragging rights and the coveted traveling trophy.
Community Impact
Supporting Programs: All proceeds directly support Public Safety Beneficent Programs, Local Youth Assistance Programs, and the Back Your Badge Paramedic Scholarship Fund.
Investment in Future: The event invests in the next generation of those who serve.
Join Us: Join us in celebrating fitness, unity, and service.
Support: Show your support for those who protect and serve our community every day.