Tunnel to Towers 5K Run & Walk - St. Augustine, FL

What is a Tunnel to Towers Run & Walk?

• Purpose: The Tunnel to Towers Run & Walk Series was created to honor the heroic life and death of Stephen Siller, a New York City firefighter (FDNY) who lost his life on September 11, 2001 after strapping on his gear and running 3 miles through the Brooklyn Battery Tunnel to the Twin Towers.
• Honor: We honor those who lost their lives on September 11, 2001 by supporting our first responders and military who make extraordinary sacrifices in the line of duty.
• Foundation Information: For more information on the Tunnel to Towers Foundation, please visit www.t2t.org.
• Community Engagement: This will be the 7th year in St. Augustine, and we are excited to once again bring together the community to honor first responders, remember 9/11, and raise funds for the Tunnel to Towers ‘In the Line of Duty’ programs.

How far is a Tunnel to Towers Run & Walk?

• Distance: This is a 5K (3.1 miles) to walk or run this event.
• Participation: Anyone can run, walk, or experience this event.

Where can I pick up my packet?

• Packet Pickup Date and Time: Friday September 11th - 11am-4pm
• Location: Fionn MacCool’s Irish Pub & Restaurant - 145 Hilden Rd. Ponte Vedra 32081
• Race Day Morning: We open packet pickup and registration starting at 7am at the venue.

Can I register the day of the run?

• Registration Time: Yes. Registration will open at 7am the morning of the event.
• Additional Fee: Those who wait to register on the day of the event will pay an additional $10.
• Shirt Availability: If you wait to register, we may not have a shirt for you and we do not guarantee sizes for late registrants.

When does online registration close?

• Registration Duration: Registration will remain open until the start of the race.
• QR Codes: QR codes will be available to register.

Do I have to wear my bib number?

• Bib Requirement: Yes, please display your bib on the front of your outermost garment.
• Course Policy: Those who run without a bib will be asked to leave the course and will not be allowed to finish.

Will there be awards for running?

• Awards: Yes. The event is currently timed, and finisher medals will be given to all participants.
• Top Medalists: There will also be medals for top 3 males and females in all age categories.
• Honoring First Responders: Many of our awards are based on firefighters, police or military running in gear in the same fashion that Stephen Siller did on 9/11.
• Overall Winners: The awards ceremony is for the Overall winners: Top 3 Men: Top 3 Women: Top First Responders in gear for Fire, Police, and Armed Services.

Where do I pick up my award if I win?

• Awards Tent: We will have an “Awards Tent” set up on the site.
• Result Access: Using a “QR” code, you will be able to access the results for your time and age group finish place.
• Award Pickup: If you finished in 1st, 2nd, or 3rd place in your age group, you can pick up your award at the “Awards Tent”.
• Verification: Please have your bib with you so we can verify the result.

Will water be available?

• Water Stations: Yes, a water station will be available along the route.
• Finish Line: There will be water available at the finish line.

What can you bring to the event?

• Permitted Items: Strollers and wheelchairs are permitted. Firefighter turnout gear and military backpacks are also permitted.
• Personal Items: Please leave all personal items and valuables in your vehicle.
• Responsibility: All items should be stored securely at the owner's risk. Tunnel to Towers Foundation will not be responsible for the loss of any items.

Can I bring my pet to the event?

• Pet Policy: No, there is a city ordinance that does not allow pets in the event site when an event involves road closures.

Does my registration fee count towards my fundraising goal?

• Fundraising Contribution: Your registration fee does not count towards the fundraising goal.
• Fundraising Impact: Please consider fundraising as 92 cents of every dollar raised goes directly to program services.

Can someone else pick up my packet for me?

• Packet Collection: Yes, they can, but they must present a copy of your registration receipt.
• Gratitude: And don't forget to thank them!

Can I still donate to a team and/or individual after the start of the race?

• Donation Period: Yes. Donations will be accepted for 6 weeks after the event.

How can my company/organization sponsor this event?

• Sponsorship Inquiry: Please send all sponsorship correspondence to StAugustine@:t2t.org with your contact information.
• Response Time: Someone will be in touch with you within 24 hours.

I would like to donate goods or services to this event. How do I do that?

• Contact Information: You can contact us at StAugustine@:t2t.org.
• Cost Management: We make every effort to keep costs down, so your donation-in-kind helps tremendously.
• Appreciation: Your generosity will be greatly appreciated.

As a participant, can I fundraise/encourage others to donate?

• Fundraising Pages: Yes! Once you are registered, you will be given directions to start your own fundraising page.
• Online Donations: You will be able to accept donations online.
• Cash Donations: Do you want to donate cash/money? We can help you with that.
• Donation Address: Contact us at StAugustine@:t2t.org and we can walk you through the process or you can send donations directly to ATTN: Adam Santamaria - 2361 Hylan Boulevard. Staten Island, NY 10306 - please give us your information so we can add it to your fundraising page.

Where can I mail an OFFLINE donation?

• Donation Instructions: