When
Saturday, October 17th, 2026
Where
Space Coast Field of Dreams, West Melbourne FL
Distance
5K
About this race
Race Overview
The #Be A Buddy 5K will be held on October 17, 2026, at Space Coast Field of Dreams, West Melbourne, FL.
For more information, visit the official race page: Race Details.
Beneficiary
- Organization: The Parker Foundation for Autism and Child Development.
- Status: A Florida based 501c3 non-profit EIN# 47-2763126.
- Service Area: Serving Brevard County and beyond since 2015.
- Mission: Provides free resources to children, teens, and young adults with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD) and special needs.
Programs Offered
- Education: Funding and facilitating education programs for families.
- Safety: Initiatives to connect families with law enforcement and first responders.
- Sports and Arts: Offering programs tailored for children and young adults.
- Community Integration: Events that help integrate special needs families into their communities.
Event Purpose
- Celebration: The #BeABuddy 5K celebrates the Be a Buddy Initiative.
- Programs: Includes the Peer Buddy and Buddy Ambassador program.
- Focus: Bullying prevention education and community safety initiatives.
- Gratitude: The Parker Foundation appreciates the support from individuals, businesses, and organizations.
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