Save Our First Responders 5K Sponsored By Shatterproof FHE Health

🏃‍♂️ Race Overview

Join the inaugural Save Our First Responders 5K, sponsored by Shatterproof FHE Health, on Saturday, January 10, 2026, from 7:00 AM - 11:00 AM, at the Truman Waterfront Park in Key West, Florida. The event takes place during Monroe County's annual First Responders Week, which honors the dedicated service of law enforcement officers, including correctional officers, firefighters, EMTs, paramedics, FWC officers, and dispatchers.

💚 Mental Health Awareness

The 5K run/walk aims to raise awareness and support for the mental health challenges faced by first responders due to job-related trauma and stress. These challenges can lead to conditions such as PTSD, depression, anxiety, substance abuse, and suicidal ideation. Participants can run, walk, or run/walk three scenic laps around Truman Waterfront Park, near the Coast Guard Cutter Ingham, a decorated Coast Guard Cutter and National Historic Landmark. The USCGC Ingham Maritime Museum is open Tuesday-Saturday from 10 AM to 4 PM.

🏅 Super Eight Competition

The highlight of the event is the "Super Eight" competition, where eight teams of Florida first responders compete for trophies and medals. The competing teams are:

• 911 Dispatchers: Competing in the Super Eight.
• Correctional Officers: Representing their vital role.
• EMTs & Paramedics: Showing their life-saving skills.
• Firefighters: Facing challenges with courage.

While the primary focus is on first responders, the event also acknowledges the contributions of "everyday heroes" such as teachers, security guards, power linemen, and public works employees through designated race groups.

📅 Event Details

Registration: Open to all ages. Parents should accompany young children.

📦 Packet Pickup

Packet Pickup: Pre-registration and packet pickup will be held Friday, January 9th, 2026, from 5 PM - 7 PM, at Fit2Run "The Runner’s Superstore" at 211 Duval Street. Race day registration and packet pickup will be available at Truman Waterfront from 6:00 AM - 7:30 AM.

🎖️ Wounded Warrior Project

Wounded Warrior Project: Participants are encouraged to cheer on and support the Wounded Warrior Project Soldier Ride, which takes place Friday, January 9th, in the Upper and Middle Keys and Saturday, January 10th, in Key West. After the 5K, attendees can join the community ride with the warriors in Key West.

🍽️ Refreshments and T-Shirts

Refreshments and Raffles: Refreshments and a raffle will be available after the race.

T-shirts: The first 100 entrants will receive a free t-shirt.

🏆 Awards and Medals

Medals will be awarded to:

• Gold, Silver, and Bronze: Medal winners of the Super Eight challenge (top 5 runners in top 3 first responder teams).
• Overall Winners: Top 2 male & female winners in both the run/walk and walk categories.
• Masters Winners: Overall top 2 masters (age 40+) male & female winners in both the run/walk and walk categories.
• Age Group Winners: Top 3 male & female winners in each 10-year age group in both the run/walk and walk categories.

All participants who complete the 5K will receive a finisher medal.

🤝 Sponsorship Information

Sponsorship: Save Our First Responders is a program of The Florida Correctional Officers Association, Inc., a 501(C)(3) public charity. Donations are tax-deductible. For more information please visit: https://flcos.org

🎉 Support Our Heroes

The Shatterproof FHE Health Save Our First Responders 5K, is proudly sponsored by Shatterproof FHE Health, Keys Auto Center, Bascom Grooms Real Estate, and Fury Water Adventures.

Join in celebrating and supporting these frontline heroes!

Thank you and may God bless and protect us all!

🔗 Race Registration

For more information and to register, visit this link.