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Join the Movement
Whether you’re climbing solo, forming a team, or cheering from the sidelines, your participation at this family-friendly event helps make a lasting difference in the lives of those who have sacrificed so much for us.
All Net Proceeds Benefit Homes For Our Troops
Every step you take will support severely injured post-9/11 veterans and their families. Proceeds from the event will benefit Homes For Our Troops, a publicly funded 501(c) (3) nonprofit organization that builds and donates specially adapted custom homes nationwide for severely injured post-911 Veterans, enabling them to rebuild their lives.
The Stair Climb
Stair Climb
All Net Proceeds Go To Homes For Our Troops
Stair Climb
Participants can run or walk the lower bowl of Gillette Stadium, 36 sections with 72 stairs per section, while supporting our Veterans.
See below for Frequently Asked Questions.
About S4RT
All Net Proceeds Go To Homes For Our Troops
Stair Climb
Location: Gillette Stadium, Foxborough, MA
Registration: Opens at 8:00 AM
Event Time: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Waves: Every 15–30 minutes starting at 10:00 AM
Opening Ceremony: 9:45 AM, featuring our keynote speaker
All Net Proceeds Go To Homes For Our Troops
All Net Proceeds Go To Homes For Our Troops
Homes For Our Troops, based in Taunton, MA, has built over 380 homes in 45 states for severely injured Veterans from post 9/11 wars and conflicts. www.hfotusa.org
Recipient Spotlight: LCD John Pucillio
In 2006, Lieutenant Pucillo was on combat deployment in Iraq when his vehicle hit an improvised explosive device (IED). Severe injuries resulted in the loss of his left leg above the knee, injuries to his right leg, tinnitus, and traumatic brain injury (TBI).
After his recovery at Walter Reed Medical Center, John remained on active duty for twelve years before retiring in 2018 as a Lieutenant Commander. He’s a proud father to two daughters and manages an amputee soccer team.
His current house is not wheelchair accessible, and it’s difficult to navigate with stairways that prohibit him from fully utilizing his house.
A specially adapted custom home from Homes For Our Troops will restore John’s independence and alleviate his concerns about being a burden to his daughters as he ages.
John is choosing to build in his home state of MA to be near his family. Check out Lieutenant Pucillo story here.
Registration
Advance registration encouraged — same-day sign-up available starting at 8:00 AM.
Rates:
- Adult (18+): $40
- Child (17 & under): $15
- Spectator: TBD
See below for Frequently Asked Questions
Firefighter and Wheelchair Waves
Once again, S4RT 2025 will feature the Firefighter Wave, with firefighters climbing the stairs together as a team, and the Wheelchair Wave, where participants roll around the stadium concourse in support of our troops.
FAQs
October 5, 2025
Event: Stairs4RTroops 2025 – Gillette Stadium
Location: Gillette Stadium
Time: 9:00 am to 12:30 pm
Waves: Every 15 or 30 mins starting at 10:00 am
Race Day: Registration and sign-in opens at 8 am
Registration Rates:
Adult (18 and over): $40
Child (17 and younger) $15
Cause: All net proceeds will be donated to Homes For Our Troops www.hftousa.org. Homes For Our Troops (HFOT) is a publicly funded 501(c) (3) nonprofit organization that builds and donates specially adapted custom homes nationwide for severely injured post-9/11 Veterans, to enable them to rebuild their lives. HFOT has built over 380 specially adapted homes nationwide, since 2004.
Climb
How many stairs do we climb and how long is the race?
Course: CLIMB: Climbing the stairs in the Lower Bowl only. Starting at section 105/106 participants will climb approximately 36 sections.
Most sections have (2) sets of 72 stairs — so 144 stairs per section, however there are a few sections that do not have full sets of stairs. Approximately 5,184 steps in the lower bowl
How do I setup a Team?
You will be asked when you register if you would like to setup a Team. Your Team will then be available in a dropdown box for your teammates to select and join.
What wave should I join?
All waves are open to everyone. Firefighters will be starting at the 11 am wave but that wave is still open to the public as well.
Other Questions
Do I need to raise funds?
No. There is no requirement to raise funds. BUT we are encouraging all participants to raise funds and there is an option to create a fundraising page when they register. Additionally, Teams can create a fundraising page. There will be prizes for the top fundraising Individual and Team!
Do you allow spectators?
Yes. Spectators are allowed but they must also pay a registration fee.
Do you need volunteers?
Yes. We can always use volunteers. Please register as a volunteer through the registration platform.
Do you give out t-shirts for the event?
Yes. Sizes: S through 2XL
Are you looking for sponsors for the event?
Yes. Corporate sponsors are a big component of our fundraising. Please email Larry@stairs4RTroops.com with any inquiries.
Will there be food at the event?
The concession stands will be open inside the stadium. Please, no outside food or drink allowed in the stadium. There are water stations through the course.
Contact
Please email us with any other questions at info@stairs4rtroops.com
Phone: 781-789-7751