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SFC Ryan A. Gloyer
The photo above is U.S. Army Sgt. 1st Class Ryan A. Gloyer
Project 33 Memorial Foundation is proud to announce our 2026 Honoree, U.S. Army Sergeant First Class Ryan A. Gloyer. A native of Greenville, Pennsylvania, SFC Gloyer was killed in action on 3 November 2016, while his unit was conducting operations with Afghan allies in support of Operation FREEDOM’S SENTINEL.
In 2004, Gloyer enlisted in the U.S. Army as an Airborne Infantryman. In April 2006, he earned the Ranger tab, followed by two tours in Afghanistan with the 82nd Airborne Division. In 2014, he graduated from the Special Forces Qualification Course as a Special Forces Communications Sergeant. After attending the Military Free Fall Parachute Course, he was assigned to 2nd Battalion, 10th Special Forces Group, Fort Carson, Colorado. He deployed to Chad in 2015
SFC Gloyer was serving in an Operational Detachment - Alpha in Company B, 2nd Battalion, 10th Special Forces Group in Afghanistan when he was killed by small arms fire in Kunduz Province. He was supporting an anti-Taliban operation with the Afghan National Army.
With the blessing of the Gloyer family, Project 33 Memorial Foundation will host our 9th Memorial Day run in honor of SFC Gloyer. While Project 33 typically partners with 501(c)(3) organizations, this year at request of Ryan's family - proceeds will be directed to the designated recipient connected directly to Ryan's story. This decision reflects our commitment to honoring each family's wishes while staying rooted in our mission of service, remembrance, and impact.
-De Oppresso Liber-
9th Annual Memorial Day Run
*May 25, 2026
A Memorial Run from the Town of Hamburg Park (Hamburg Beach) to Hamburg Brewing Company. Total distance of 6.8 Miles. Not a race, just a community run to raise awareness for our fellow Special Operations members who were KIA. The flag will lead the way. Come hang and party with us afterwards at the Brewery for mingling and beer at the Buffalo Blues Veteran’s Benefit.
Only one rule to run with Project 33; the flag represents the fallen, and no runner will pass the flag. Come dressed in your patriotic spirit and bring your endurance
The Project 33 Ambassador Program
Would you like to help us spread the word as we #RUNFORRYAN in 2026? Please signup to become a Project 33 Ambassador. Ambassadors will encourage runner registration in their areas, determine appropriate run routes, and raise local awareness. We look forward to new friends joining our cause! If you would like to join us, please sign up below.
