Inside the Movement to Combat Veteran and First Responder Suicide
GOVX is honored to serve as the Presenting Sponsor for the 30-day virtual event.
The One Mile Challenge (OMC) is a month-long, virtual fitness fundraiser that turns daily one-mile walks into meaningful acts of support. Hosted every September during Suicide Awareness Month, the challenge is organized by Guardian Revival, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to strengthening the mental health, resilience, and sense of community among military members, veterans, first responders and their families.
Participation is simple. Commit to walking, running, rucking, or rolling one mile every day for 30 days, on your own time, anywhere you want. Proceeds from the challenge directly fund Guardian Revival’s no-cost programs and peer services, from outdoor adventures and therapy dogs to music initiatives and one-on-one support.
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MEMBER SPOTLIGHT
MICHAEL COLLAZO, USMC VETERAN, METRO NASHVILLE PD DETECTIVE AND ONE MILE CHALLENGE PARTICIPANT
Michael Collazo served as a Marine Corps infantryman from 2010 to 2016, rising to the rank of sergeant. As a rifleman, he earned multiple commendations, including the Selected Marine Corps Reserve Medal, the National Defense Service Medal, and the Global War on Terrorism Service Medal.
After his military service, Collazo joined the Metropolitan Nashville Police Department in 2014, where he trained as a SWAT paramedic. He played key roles in high-stakes incidents, including the 2020 Nashville Christmas bombing, earning commendation for his actions.
In March 2023, Detective Collazo played a crucial role in stopping a mass shooting at The Covenant School, a Christian elementary school in Nashville where six lives were tragically lost. Body-camera footage shows him sprinting toward the gunfire, leading room-to-room searches, and helping fellow officer Rex Engelbert disarm the shooter.
For his bravery, Collazo earned numerous honors, including;
This month, GOVX proudly supports Detective Collazo as he embarks on the One Mile Challenge. We invite the GOVX community to follow his progress on his official Instagram account -
Ready to accept the challenge?