Suffolk County Marathon Veterans Grant Program application opens

Suffolk County executive Ed Romaine announced the grant application process for organizations and nonprofit organizations to receive funds generated by the 10th annual Catholic Health Suffolk County Marathon is now open. The Suffolk County Marathon Veterans Grant Committee, in conjunction with the I Run This Island Foundation Inc., will oversee the process and distribute more than $129,000 raised from the 2024 marathon.

“Suffolk County is home to the largest veterans’ population in New York State and we must continue to do all we can to provide the resources and support our local heroes deserve,” said Romaine. “I thank the many volunteers who made the 2024 Suffolk County Marathon a resounding success as the money raised from the event will have a tremendous impact on our veterans.”

“Catholic Health is proud to once again serve as Medal of Honor Title Sponsor for the 2025 Suffolk County Marathon,” said Patrick O’Shaughnessy, DO, MBA, president and CEO of Catholic Health. “Our veterans need and deserve our support. We encourage all eligible organizations to apply for a grant and enlist in our effort to do right by those who have served our nation so honorably.”

Applications for the Suffolk County Marathon Veterans Grant Program are due April 1, 2025. Prospective applicants can find the application here or at https://suffolkcountyny.gov/veterans/Home.

Previous recipients include Paws of War, America’s VetDogs, Warrior Ranch Foundation, Disabled American Veterans of NY Services, various American Legion posts, Patient AirLift.