JP BLECKSMITH LEADERSHIP FOUNDATION

Our Events

Bringing community together to honor J.P. Blecksmith’s leadership and sacrifice

Memorial 5K

Annual run/walk supporting scholarships and veterans’ memorials in San Gabriel Valley

Runners crossing the finish line amid families and volunteers in a sunny San Gabriel Valley park
Runners crossing the finish line amid families and volunteers in a sunny San Gabriel Valley park
Community Gatherings

Events that celebrate Lt. Blecksmith’s spirit of service with local families and veterans

Groups of people sharing stories and smiles around picnic tables with American flags and memorial banners
Groups of people sharing stories and smiles around picnic tables with American flags and memorial banners
Runners crossing the starting line at the JP Blecksmith Memorial 5K, early morning light casting long shadows.
Runners crossing the starting line at the JP Blecksmith Memorial 5K, early morning light casting long shadows.

Memories

Honoring bravery, community, and lasting legacy.

Families and veterans gathered around the memorial, sharing stories and smiles by the stone commemorating Lt. Blecksmith.
Families and veterans gathered around the memorial, sharing stories and smiles by the stone commemorating Lt. Blecksmith.
Volunteers handing out water and encouragement to tired runners along the race route amid San Gabriel Valley hills.
Volunteers handing out water and encouragement to tired runners along the race route amid San Gabriel Valley hills.
A close-up of a pigeon flying past a vibrant banner celebrating leadership and sacrifice at the event.
A close-up of a pigeon flying past a vibrant banner celebrating leadership and sacrifice at the event.
Young participants proudly holding their race bibs, wearing medals and JP Blecksmith Foundation t-shirts.
Young participants proudly holding their race bibs, wearing medals and JP Blecksmith Foundation t-shirts.
Sunset behind the veterans’ memorial, casting a warm glow over flowers and letters left by attendees.
Sunset behind the veterans’ memorial, casting a warm glow over flowers and letters left by attendees.

Get Tickets

Join the Run

5K Memorial Run
30$
Register Now
Learn More
Veteran Tribute
50$
Buy Tickets
Scholarship Gala
100$

Get in Touch

Questions or thoughts? We’re here to listen.

A warm, inviting photo of community members gathered at the JP Blecksmith Memorial 5K event.
A warm, inviting photo of community members gathered at the JP Blecksmith Memorial 5K event.

Location

2275 Huntington Dr # 525 San Marino, CA, 91108-2640 United States

Contact us

EIN : 20-2839539

info@jpleadershipfdn.com

562-434-2949

© 2025. All rights reserved.