EMS on the move: Tackle Trauma 2026

🏃‍♂️ 5K Run/Walk Overview

• TIME: Start at 8:00 AM. Arrive early to check in, mingle with our sponsors, and connect with fellow participants and neighbors in a glowing celebration.

🏞️ Course Description

• Location: Step into action at Kiwanis Park in your EMS gear for a cause that truly matters.
• Purpose: The Arizona Trauma Association invites you to participate in our annual Tackle Trauma 5K Race and Fundraiser.
• Impact: Every stride you take helps save lives and raise awareness about trauma.

💻 Virtual Participation

• Join Us Online: Can’t make it to Tempe? No problem! Join us virtually and complete your 5K wherever you are.
• Excitement: You'll still be part of the excitement and contribute to this important cause.
• Race Packet: Virtual participants will receive a race packet, including a neon-themed t-shirt and race bib.

📢 Why Participate?

• Urgency: Trauma doesn’t discriminate: it can affect anyone, causing lifelong suffering and burdening our healthcare system.
• Statistics: Traumatic injuries are the leading cause of death for children and adults up to age 46.
• Importance: This is a pressing public health issue that demands our attention!
• Support: Your participation fuels injury prevention, education, and research efforts to reduce fatalities in our great state.

🤝 Raise Your Voice, Raise Funds

• Impact: By participating, you’re not just running a race: you’re running toward a future with fewer traumatic injuries.
• Support: Your support helps raise money for trauma education and makes a difference in Arizona.
• Collaboration: Let's Tackle Trauma together, one stride at a time, under the vibrant glow of neon lights!

🏆 Awards

• Awards: Awards will be given to the 1st place only for the following age groups for male and female.
• Age Groups:
  • 19 and under
  • 20-29
  • 30-39
  • 40-49
  • 50-59
  • 60-69
  • 70 and over

For more details, visit the race page: Tackle Trauma 2026