In 195 days · Sat, Jan 9, 2027
When
Saturday, January 9th, 2027
Where
Truman Waterfront Park near the Coast Guard Cutter Ingham, Key West FL
Distance
5K
About this race
ON YOUR MARK, GET SET, GO!!!
THE 2ND ANNUAL SAVE OUR FIRST RESPONDERS 5K
Lace up for our heroes! Join us as we continue our mission during Monroe County’s annual First Responders Week. This event is a prayerful dedication to raising vital awareness and support for the mental health challenges and job-related trauma faced by those who run toward danger to keep us safe.
EVENT DETAILS
- DATE: Saturday, January 9, 2027
- TIME: 8:00 AM – 10:00 AM
- LOCATION: Truman Waterfront Park (Near the Coast Guard Cutter Ingham), Key West, FL 33040
- WEBSITE &: REGISTRATION: https://saveourfirstresponders.org
THE COURSE &: COMPETITION
- SCENIC RUN/WALK: Participants will complete three scenic laps around the park, offering views of the historic Coast Guard Cutter Ingham.
- OPEN TO ALL: This event is open to the public of all ages and abilities.
- THE "SUPER EIGHT" CHALLENGE: Eight separate teams compete, honoring the service of various first responders.
- SPECIAL PARTICIPANTS: We are blessed to welcome back MCSO Bureau of Corrections Major Tim Age, Captain Crane, Lieutenant Rice, and FWC Lieutenant Jeremy Munkelt to the starting line!
AWARDS &: RECOGNITION
- FINISHER MEDALS: All participants who complete the 5K will receive a commemorative finisher medal.
- OFFICER ALIOHT VALDES MARRERO PERPETUAL TROPHY: Presented to the winning "Super Eight" team.
- TEAM AWARDS: Trophies and medals will be awarded to the top 3 first responder teams.
- INDIVIDUAL MEDALS: Awarded to top overall and age-group winners (Male/Female).
YOUTH VOLUNTEER RECOGNITION
Major Tim Age will recognize the heart of our mission—our youth volunteers from the Florida Keys Sea Cadets with signed certificates of achievement and hero medals.
SCHEDULE &: LOGISTICS
- PACKET PICKUP:
- Friday, January 8th (5 PM - 7 PM): Fit2Run "The Runner’s Superstore" at 211 Duval Street.
- Race Day, January 9th (6:45 AM - 7:45 AM): Truman Waterfront.
- RACE DAY SCHEDULE:
- Opening Ceremony: Featuring a special invocation by Bishop Jonathan Carey.
- Guest Speaker: Command Sergeant Major Tonya Oxendine (Wounded Warrior Project).
- After the Race: Refreshments and a raffle.
- COMMUNITY RIDE: Participants are encouraged to join the Wounded Warrior Project Soldier Ride community ride in Key West following our closing ceremonies.
PERKS &: SUPPORT
- T-SHIRTS &: GEAR: The first 200 entrants will receive a free t-shirt and a customized souvenir drawstring backpack.
- CHARITY SUPPORT: Save Our First Responders is a program of The Florida Correctional Officers Association, Inc., a 501(C)(3) public charity.
- MISSION SUPPORT: Your support directly funds mental health resources.
- JOIN US: Join us in celebrating and supporting these frontline heroes!
Race Contact: saveourfirstresponders@gmail.com
Thank you and may God bless and protect us all!
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