Save Our First Responders 5K Sponsored By Shatterproof at FHE Health

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Truman Waterfront Park near the Coast Guard Cutter Ingham, Key West FL

Saturday, January 10th, 2026

🏃‍♂️ Race Overview

In Monroe County, Florida, First Responders Week is proclaimed annually, typically in early January, to honor the service of law enforcement officers including correctional officers, firefighters, EMTs, paramedics, FWC officers, and dispatchers. In 2024, the week was proclaimed for January 8-12.

The "Save Our First Responders 5K" run/walk in Key West takes place during First Responders week, on Saturday, January 10th, to support these essential frontline heroes.

Sign up today and run, run/walk or just walk with us to show your support of our first responders and help raise awareness about the critical importance of supporting first responders in distress.

👥 Who Can Participate

Open to All: The Save Our First Responders 5K is open to the public and all ages (Parents please run or walk with your little ones).
Super Eight Teams: The main event of this race is the "Super Eight" which consists of eight teams of Florida first responders competing in Key West, Florida for the 1st place team trophies, gold medals in the first inaugural Save Our First Responders 5K.
Recognition: While the primary focus of this event is supporting our first responders, we must also remember to give great thanks and appreciation for our everyday heroes including teachers, security guards, members of the clergy, power linemen, and public works employees.

📍 Event Details

What: Join us in running, run/walking or just walking three scenic laps of the Truman Waterfront Park (5k) near the Coast Guard Cutter Ingham. We will have refreshments and a raffle after the event.
When: Saturday morning January 10th, 2026 from 7:00 - 11:00 AM.
Where: In Key West, Florida at the Truman Waterfront Park near the Coast Guard Cutter Ingham.

💔 Why It Matters

First responders often face significant mental health challenges due to the nature of their work, which exposes them to traumatic events and high levels of stress. These challenges can lead to conditions like PTSD, PTSI, depression, anxiety, substance abuse and suicidal ideation.

✍️ How You Can Help

Please support our first responders by signing up today to participate in the first inaugural Save Our First Responders 5K Run/Walk and help raise awareness to these critically important issues affecting our first responders who selflessly put their lives on the line for us daily.

📅 Additional Information

Pre-registration: Pre-registration and race packet pickup will be held on Friday, January 9th from 1700-1900 at Fit2Run “The Runner’s Superstore” located at 211 Duval Street.
Race Day Registration: You will also be able register and pick up your race packets on Saturday morning the day of the race at the Truman Waterfront from 0600-0730.
Wounded Warrior Project: Race participants are encouraged to cheer on and support the warriors.
Prayer: Bishop Jonathan Carey of Glad Tidings Tabernacle in Key West will open and close the race in prayer for the wellbeing of all first responders.
Incentives: First 100 entrants receive a free T-Shirt!

🥇 Awards and Recognition

Medals Awarded To: gold, silver, and bronze medal winners of Super Eight challenge, overall top 2 Male & Female winners in both categories, top 3 Male & Female winners in each 10 year age group, and all participants that complete the 5K receive a finisher medal.

🌟 Support Our Cause

Save Our First Responders exists to support all first responders.

Save Our First Responders is a program of The Florida Correctional Officers Association, Inc. Membership fees and donations paid to The Florida Correctional Officers Association, Inc. are tax deductible because FLCOA has been granted 501(C)(3) status as a public charity. Please consider becoming a member or donating to The Florida Correctional Officers Association, Inc. today.