22 Miles to Break Boundaries - Infinite Hero Foundation

2025 Event Details

Event Dates: Friday, June 6 – Sunday, June 8, 2025

Hero Run & Community Festival: Saturday, June 7
Community Festival 10:00am – 2:00pm & Hero Run at 11:30am

Location: Annapolis High School, 2700 Riva Rd., Annapolis, MD 21401

Overview: Over the course of this 48 hour event, Cpt Kyle Butters, USA, Ret., will run a total of 44 miles, completing 22 miles every 24 hours. He is doing this in remembrance of his fallen brothers and sisters and to advocate for and raise awareness about veteran mental health. Kyle is proud to have you as part of the Infinite Hero and 22 Miles to Break Boundaries Community.

22 Miles to Break Boundaries is open to participants nationwide to help bring more attention, and raise funds, for this important cause. Participants do not need to run to join the event, people of all ages and abilities are welcome to join and they can run, walk, and bike ride for any distance they feel comfortable. Breaking Boundaries, Saving Lives: Participants and sponsors are invited to dedicate their involvement to a military hero in their lives. Check out our FAQ’s for more information on the events taking place over the course of the weekend including the 2.2 Mile Hero Run and Community Festival.

2024 Event Highlights

4th Annual 22 Miles to Break Boundaries

CPT Kyle Butters, USA, Ret. is running to benefit Infinite Hero

Kyle’s Story

My name is CPT Kyle Butters, USA, Ret. and I am an Army Veteran.

I, like many of my fellow veterans, have tragically lost fellow soldiers and friends throughout the years to combat and suicide.

These losses have had a major impact on me, and I’ve made it part of my life’s mission to contribute to the mental health fight that so many of us veterans go through.

I really appreciate that two of Infinite Hero’s five pillars focus on veterans mental/brain health and suicide prevention. In 2021, research found that 30,177 active-duty personnel and veterans of post-9/11 conflicts died by suicide.

The bottom line is this must change; I do not feel enough attention is given to the problem. I run knowing that with each step, the money raised will go to support the brain health and suicide prevention programs that are at the heart of the IHF’s mission.

Starting on Friday, June 6th through Sunday, June 8th, 2025,

I am going to be running 22 miles, every 24 hours, for a grand total of 44 miles.

I am doing this in remembrance of my fallen brothers and sisters.
Automatic
Strength and Honor
De Oppresso Liber

When I think about why I chose a running event, it’s simple, many veterans face physical challenges as a result of injuries they sustained during service and I feel that it is my privilege and obligation to use my physical abilities to support them.

It would be my honor to have you join me.
-Kyle

LET’S BREAK BOUNDARIES TOGETHER – REGISTER, SPONSOR A VETERAN, & MORE

Join Kyle… In-Person Or Virtually

Participants can sign up to join Kyle and support Infinite Hero in the following ways:

22 Miles to Break Boundaries: Join Kyle in person or virtually for any stretch of his 44-mile run between Friday, June 6th, and Sunday, June 8th. You don’t need to run to participate; people of all ages and abilities are welcome to join us.
2.2 Mile Hero Run: A 2.2-mile run, walk, and bike ride in tribute to our heroes will take place on Saturday, June 7th, at 11:30 a.m. Lunch is provided for all registered participants.
Community Festival: Join us on Saturday, June 7th, from 10am – 2pm for a day filled with family-friendly activities while you cheer on our event participants. Free public admission.
Sponsor a Veteran: Your donation of $44 will sponsor registration for a veteran or active-duty military personnel and represents $1 for every mile that Cpt. Kyle Butters will run over the course of the event. To thank you, Infinite Hero will send you a special edition 22 Miles to Break Boundaries 2025 challenge coin.
Purchase 22MTBB Merchandise: Supporting the cause never looked so good!
Create a fundraising team or individual page: Rally your community and make an impact! It’s simple—customize your page, share your story, and invite friends, family, and colleagues to support the cause. Every dollar raised helps break down barriers and provide critical care to those who have served. Start your fundraiser today and be a champion for our heroes by clicking here!

Registration

Registration Pricing

Standard Participant Package*: $50 includes registration for (1) Participant (virtual or in-person), (1) Official 22 Miles Challenge Coin.
Premium Participant Package*: $130 includes registration for (1) Participant (virtual or in-person), (1) Official 22 Miles Challenge Coin, (1) Official 22 Miles Hat, (1) Official 22 Miles Shirt.
Veteran/Military Participant Package*: FREE registration for (1) Participant (virtual or in-person), (1) Official 22 Miles Challenge Coin ** For Military and Veterans Only**.
Youth Registration (ages 17 & under): FREE registration for (1) Youth Participant (virtual or in-person)

*For those attending in person who have the Standard Participant Package, Premium Participant Package, or Veteran/Military Participant Package, your registration includes entry to the 2.2 Mile Hero Run on Saturday, June 7th and lunch after the Hero Run.

Donate Today

This means so much to me. Thank you in advance for your contribution! Your donation, in any amount, will make a direct impact on the lives of our military heroes and their families being served by IHF. Please be sure to share this with friends and family.

In Gratitude, Kyle

Donate Today

SPONSORSHIPS

Sponsorship Benefits

22 Miles to Break Boundaries offers a unique opportunity to highlight your business through exposure and engagement in person at the event, connecting directly with the community, and to virtual participants across the country. Your sponsorship will provide your business, products, and brand with have a strong presence at the event while supporting the Infinite Hero Foundation and our commitment to connect our military, veterans, and military family members with innovative and effective treatment programs. Customized partnerships, including in-kind sponsorships, are available. To secure your sponsorship or discuss sponsorship options, contact Courtney Janes at courtneyj@infinitehero.org or at 949-397-4096.

SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITY INFORMATION

Benefits Include

Brand and/or product prominently placed at event
Logo and link placement on event website, email campaigns, and social media channels
Opportunity to provide goodie bag inserts of promotional material and/or samples
Space for a booth presence at the event on Saturday, June 7 with option to also have a booth Friday and/or Sunday
Exposure to local and national athletes, runners, and volunteers as well as military, veterans, and military families
Recognition announcements live onsite at the event
Inclusion in press and media reach out and exposure

FAQ

Do I have to run 44 miles?

Absolutely not! You can run any amount you feel comfortable with completing. Plus, you don’t have to run! You can walk, bike, rollerblade etc. and you can do it for 2.2 blocks, 4.4 miles, 22 minutes – create your own goal in honor of your participation.

Do I have to run all 3 days?

You do not need to participate all three days, but you are welcome to!

For those joining us in person, your runners packet will list days and times you can join Kyle at Annapolis High School in Maryland.

Virtual participants can select a time of your choosing over the course of the event.

If I am participating in person, is there a set distance I am required to complete and do I need to run?

No, you will be able to walk, run, or bike at whatever pace you are happy with and for whatever distance you feel comfortable completing.

Do I track my participation if I am joining the event virtually?

We would love to hear from all the 22 Miles to Break Boundaries virtual participants. Make sure to take photos, share updates, and tag us on Instagram and Facebook.

Please use hashtags #22MilesToBreakBoundaries #InfiniteHeroFoundation #IHF

Instagram: @InfiniteHeroFoundation and @22mtbb

Facebook: Infinite Hero Foundation and 22 Miles to Break Boundaries

Is this a family-friendly event?

Yes, we encourage people of all ages and abilities to be part of 22 Miles to Break Boundaries. Your support is welcome, whether you are signing up as a participant or want to come out to cheer on Kyle and the other guests in person.

In addition to the opportunity to participate in the 22 Miles to Break Boundaries event taking place at Annapolis High School in Maryland, there will be a Community Festival taking place on Saturday, June 7th. This a free, family-friendly event open to the community. There will also be a community 2.2 mile Hero Run that kicks off at 11:30 am with participants leaving the starting line at noon as part of the Community Festival; participants are welcome to run, walk, bike, skip or hop and all ages are welcome. Lunch will be provided to all participants registered for the Hero Run. We invite you to come out and join in the fun while showing your support for Kyle.

What is the event schedule?

Participants can join Kyle during any of the times listed and can run or walk for any duration they desire:

Friday, June 6th

Event Check-In 3:00 PM
Kick-off 3:45-4:00 PM
Lap 1 4:00 PM
Lap 2 8:00 PM

Saturday, June 7th

Lap 3 12:00 AM
Lap 4 4:00 AM
Lap 5 8:00 AM
Yoga presented by Mountain Yoga Studio at 10:00 AM
2.2 Mile Hero Run, Walk & Bike Ride at 11:30 AM
Lap 7 4:00 PM
Lap 8 8:00 PM

Sunday, June 8th

Lap 9 12:00 AM
Lap 10 4:00 AM
Lap 11 8:00 AM
Lap 12 12:00 PM – 2 Mile Lap
Finish Line Party 12:00-12:30 PM

Saturday, June 7th: Community Festival: MORE DETAILS COMING SOON

How Do I Create My Own 22MTBB Fundraising Page

It’s Easy! Getting started takes just a few clicks:

Go to the [22MTBB Peer-to-Peer Page]
Click Fundraise (right above the video)
Choose to Create a Team, Individual Campaign, or Join an Existing Team
Follow the prompts to customize your fundraising page

Make it personal! Dedicate your page to a military hero, family, or branch of service
Add photos and share your story to inspire others to support your mission

Maximize Your Impact:
✔ Share your page—post on social media, send emails, and talk to friends & family. The more you share, the more support you’ll get!
✔ Follow up—people often need a reminder, so share your page multiple times in different ways.
✔ Show appreciation—thank your donors & team members personally through texts, emails, or handwritten notes.

Want to fundraise but not sure where to start? Let us create your page for you! Email rachelp@infinitehero.org, and we’ll set it up.

Important: If you plan to participate in the run/walk/ride, you also need to register here: 22MTBB Registration & Merchandise.

Every dollar raised helps support military mental health and suicide prevention—thank you for being part of this mission!