Awareness Warriors Foundation

Awareness Warriors Foundation Awareness Warriors unites for mental health, physical wellness & support. Join the movement!

Together, we rise, break stigmas, empower each other & create positive change for veterans & community.

06/18/2026

100 days! Countdown starts now…. 👀

Over the last couple of days, seeing the messages, posts, photos, and support from the community has been humbling. When...
06/15/2026

Over the last couple of days, seeing the messages, posts, photos, and support from the community has been humbling. When something that started with pain, purpose, and a simple belief begins bringing people together, it reminds you why this matters.

Thank you for believing in what we are building and for standing with us in the mission to remind others that they are not alone. 🙏🏽

As we reflect on the first The Signal Run- You Are Not Alone, there are a lot of people to thank for helping bring this ...
06/14/2026

As we reflect on the first The Signal Run- You Are Not Alone, there are a lot of people to thank for helping bring this mission to life.

First, to my wife Erika Villanueva — thank you for believing in this mission, for standing beside me through every challenge, and for helping build what we are creating through the Awareness Warriors Foundation. None of this happens without you.

To Pete Saenz III of Bodify Functional Fitness— thank you for your friendship, partnership, and for always showing up. From training to events, your support means more than you know. A true Awareness Warrior.

A sincere thank you to Judge Joe Rathmell and the Zapata County Commissioners Court, Commissioner Jose A. “Joey” Solis, for believing in this mission and officially recognizing The Signal Run: You Are Not Alone Day through a county proclamation. That recognition means more than words can express.

Thank you to the Zapata County Sheriff’s Office, Sheriff Ramon E. Montes , Ramon Arambula for helping ensure everyone stayed safe, Zapata County Constables of Precincts 1 & 4, Commissioner David Moya of Precinct 1, Jessica Hurtado for helping organize local vendors and rally Zapata community support, Judge Oscar R. Liendo, Luis Lopez of MyPop, L&F Distributors, Ricky Garza and Zapata Roadrunners Road Racing, Stripes 2197, and the VA Su***de Prevention Coordinator for supporting this movement.

To everyone who showed up, supported, volunteered, donated, walked, ran, carried a name, or believed in the mission — thank you for helping make this possible.

What happened in Zapata was bigger than a run. It was proof that people are willing to show up for one another, and that no one should ever have to fight alone.

Depression hates a moving target — and we are moving together.

Thank you Eugene Ruiz and everyone that has sent pictures. Please tag us on your posts and stories- love to hear the impact of your journey 🫂

To say I couldn’t sleep the night before would be an understatement.Yesterday, The Signal Run: You Are Not Alone became ...
06/14/2026

To say I couldn’t sleep the night before would be an understatement.

Yesterday, The Signal Run: You Are Not Alone became something bigger than I ever imagined.

At 2 a.m., standing at the start line and seeing people arrive for a 3 a.m. start — nearly 40 people ready to take on 32 miles and about 100 participants across all distances — it hit me that people weren’t showing up for a race. They were showing up for a reason.

Some came to prove something to themselves. Some came carrying the name of someone they love. Some came because they know what it feels like to struggle. Everyone carried a reason.

I carried a weighted vest and chain as a reminder of the weight so many silently carry. Somewhere along the way, the physical weight became emotional. Thinking about my mom, my brothers, family, sacrifice, grief, and everything people don’t always see.

At one point, running alongside Erika holding her hand, we both broke down crying — overwhelmed by what was happening around us. Not because it was hard physically, but because people believed in the message: no one should ever have to fight alone.

And maybe the biggest lesson for me was this: even carrying the weight, I realized I couldn’t do it alone. Erika carried the chain. Pete carried weight beside me. Others carried names, reasons, and each other.

The convergence may not have happened exactly how I imagined, but people still showed up for one another. And that matters more.

Seeing Vietnam veterans welcome us at the finish and lead the 1K Tribute Walk was something I’ll never forget. A generation too often forgotten — honored the way they deserved.

Depression hates a moving target. Yesterday, we moved together.

To everyone who showed up, supported, carried weight, carried names, volunteered, walked, ran, or simply believed in the mission — thank you.

This was never just a run.

🇺🇸 SPECIAL RECOGNITION 🇺🇸A special thank you to Ricky Garza and Zapata Roadrunners Road Racing for standing beside The S...
06/12/2026

🇺🇸 SPECIAL RECOGNITION 🇺🇸

A special thank you to Ricky Garza and Zapata Roadrunners Road Racing for standing beside The Signal Run- You Are Not Alone and helping create the finish line for this movement.

Their support comes from a deep respect for our veterans, community, and the belief that no one should struggle alone.

The finish line is more than where miles end — it’s where connection, healing, and community come together.

Thank you for standing with us.

No one crosses alone. 🇺🇸

🚨 1 DAY AND A WAKE UP. 🚨The Signal Run is almost here — and this is bigger than miles. It’s about showing up, carrying a...
06/11/2026

🚨 1 DAY AND A WAKE UP. 🚨

The Signal Run is almost here — and this is bigger than miles. It’s about showing up, carrying a name, carrying a reason, and reminding people they are not alone.

Please take a moment to review the start times and distance information below so everyone arrives ready and on time. We want this to run smooth and strong from start to finish.

Whether you’re doing the 32 Mile Core, Full Marathon, Half Marathon, 10K, 5K, or 1K Walk — we can’t wait to see you.

Want to support but not running? We’d love to see you out there. The route follows US Highway 83 from the Zapata/Webb County line south into Zapata, Texas, so anyone traveling through or wanting to support can cheer runners on along the route. Seeing support from the community means more than you know — a honk, a wave, words of encouragement, or simply showing up goes a long way.

This movement is about connection. Nobody moves alone.

📍 Review the start guide below
📍 Share this post so nobody misses their start time
📍 Come out and support along the route
📍 Show up for yourself. Show up for someone else.

1 day and a wake up. Let’s make this one count.

06/08/2026

🚨 IMPORTANT FOR 32-MILE CORE RUNNERS & RUCKERS 🚨

Please take a moment to watch the following video from Pete Saenz III where he shares important parking information for all 32-mile core runners and ruckers participating in The Signal Run- You Are Not Alone

This information is important to help ensure a smooth start and proper coordination on event day — please watch the video carefully.

Also, don’t forget to join us tomorrow at 8:00 PM for our LIVE Q&A, where we will answer your questions and go over important event details.

LIVE Q&A brought to you by Bodify Functional Fitness

Have questions? Drop them in the comments (English or Spanish) so we can make sure to address them during the live.

Stay informed. Stay ready. See you tomorrow at 8 PM!

The Signal Run- You Are Not Alone 📢 IMPORTANT SIGNAL RUN Q&A – TUESDAY NIGHT | 8:00 PM 📢To everyone participating in The...
06/08/2026

The Signal Run- You Are Not Alone
📢 IMPORTANT SIGNAL RUN Q&A – TUESDAY NIGHT | 8:00 PM 📢

To everyone participating in The Signal Run, we will be hosting an important Q&A session this Tuesday at 8:00 PM.

This will be the time to go over important event details, answer questions, and make sure everyone feels prepared and informed before we step off together.

👉 We need YOUR questions!
Please post any questions, concerns, or anything you are unsure about in the comments so we can address them during the Q&A.

No question is too small — if you’re wondering about it, someone else probably is too.

✅ Route questions
✅ Start times
✅ Support/transportation questions
✅ What to bring
✅ Safety concerns
✅ Anything else related to The Signal Run

You may write your questions in English or Spanish.
Pueden escribir sus preguntas en inglés o español.

This movement is about coming together, supporting one another, and making sure we are all ready to carry the mission forward.

Tuesday | 8:00 PM
Drop your questions below ⬇️

06/07/2026

The Signal Run- You Are Not Alone Event Day Details:

JUNE 13, 2026

Before event day, please watch this video to view the official route and familiarize yourself with your assigned start location and time.

⚠️ VERY IMPORTANT – TRANSPORTATION & SUPPORT PLANNING

Participants are responsible for their own transportation and support logistics. There will be NO transportation provided from the finish line back to vehicles parked at starting locations.

Please coordinate your own ride, driver, support person, or vehicle plan BEFORE event day. Plan accordingly.

⚠️ IMPORTANT: This is a staggered endurance event. Participants must report to their assigned start location based on their selected distance.

DO NOT go to the courthouse to begin your event. All distances start at different locations and will move southbound along US-83.

🛑 Clear “The Signal Run” signage will be posted at all starting points.

🔥 32 Mile – Core Group
🕒 Start Time: 3:00 AM
📍 Location: Raceway (Webb/Zapata County Line)
📍 27.2891470, -99.4267827

🏃 Full Marathon (26.2)
🕒 Start Time: 4:30–5:00 AM
📍 Location: Anderson Columbia West Gate
📍 27.2102098, -99.4193656

🏃 Half Marathon (13.1)
🕒 Start Time: 8:50–9:00 AM
📍 Location: Las Canteras
📍 27.0284256, -99.4168323

🏃 10K (6.2)
🕒 Start Time: 11:10 AM
📍 Location: Old Zapata Hwy Rest Area
📍 26.9522544, -99.3410620

🏃 5K (3.1)
🕒 Start Time: 12:00 PM
📍 Location: Las Palmas Party Place
📍 26.9333277, -99.2973140

🇺🇸 1K Tribute Walk
🕒 Start Time: 12:40 PM
📍 Location: Gonzalez Auto Parts
📍 26.9092666, -99.2733839

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

✅ Each start point will be clearly marked with “The Signal Run” signage
✅ Safety support will be provided by the Zapata County Sheriff’s Department
✅ Participants must arrive early and be ready prior to start time

If you or someone you know is struggling, call or text 988.

June 13th. One route. One mission. One signal.

Depression hates a moving target.

THE SIGNAL RUN – 1K TRIBUTE WALKFor the generation that carried the weight in silence.We invite our Vietnam-era veterans...
06/04/2026

THE SIGNAL RUN – 1K TRIBUTE WALK

For the generation that carried the weight in silence.

We invite our Vietnam-era veterans, veterans of all generations, families, friends, caregivers, and community members to join us for a very special part of The Signal Run — our 1K Tribute Walk.

Many answered the call when they were barely out of high school. They served, sacrificed, and carried burdens long after coming home. Some carried wounds we could see. Many carried wounds we could not.

This walk is for YOU.

Whether you walk with strength, with a cane, with a walker, or in a wheelchair — you belong here.

Bring your family. Bring your stories. Bring the names of those we carry with us.

Because this is bigger than a walk.

This is about showing our veterans — especially our Vietnam veterans — that:

You are seen.
You are valued.
You are not alone.

At The Signal Run, every distance has purpose, and we converge together. From the 32-mile core to the marathoners, runners, walkers, veterans, families, and community — we come together as one movement.

And when we arrive, we arrive together.

YOU ARE NOT ALONE.

Join us for the 1K Tribute Walk and be part of the movement.

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