4810 N Himes Ave, Tampa FL
Saturday, October 11th, 2025
📅 Event Overview
- Event Name: Igniting the Flame 5K & 1-Mile Fun Run
- Cause: In Support of Domestic Violence Awareness
- Host: Restoration & Purpose Community Outreach, Inc.
- Date & Location: Saturday, October 11, 2025, at Al Lopez Park, 4810 N Himes Ave, Tampa, FL
🔥 About the Event
“Igniting the Flame” represents our commitment to raising awareness about domestic violence. This symbolic flame burns continuously in our hearts, honoring the lives lost and reinforcing our pledge that their deaths were not in vain. Through education and unity, we work to end the cycle of abuse.
🏃♀️ Race Details
- 5K Run/Walk: 8:00 AM
- 1-Mile Fun Run: 8:15 AM
- Location: Scenic trails of Al Lopez Park
- Community: Join us for a meaningful run
🏅 Participant Perks
- Finisher’s Medal: First 100 participants receive a medal and race towel
- Race Bib: All registrants will receive a race bib
- Chip Timing: Accurate timing for your race
- Refreshments: Enjoy quality refreshments and community camaraderie
🏆 Awards
Gold, Silver, and Bronze medals will be awarded to the 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place finishers in each gender group (Male/Female) for the 5K event only.
🩺 Health & Wellness Services
Local health vendors will be on-site offering free blood pressure readings and basic health checkups. Take a moment to care for your health while supporting the cause!
📅 Race Day Schedule
- 6:30 AM: Registration Opens
- 7:20 AM: National Anthem, Welcome, Purpose, & Butterfly Release
- 7:45 AM: Warm-Up & Stretch
- 9:15 AM: Awards & Recognition Ceremony
📦 Packet Pickup
- Date: Friday, October 10, 2025
- Time: 9:30 AM – 1:30 PM
- Location: TBD
- Note: You may pick up for others with a copy of their ID.
🏁 Race Day Pickup
Arrive at least 45 minutes before your event if picking up on race day. Day-of registration will be available.
🚗 Parking
Free parking is available on-site. Carpooling is encouraged.
💖 Donation Drive
We encourage all participants and spectators to donate travel-sized toiletries or gift cards on race day. These items support survivors of:
- Domestic violence
- Sexual assault
- Human trafficking
- Homelessness
Please bring donations to the registration area.
👪 Spectators Welcome
Invite friends and family to come cheer and support a powerful cause!
🗺️ Course Information
5K Participants: Complete one full lap (blue route), pass the start line, and finish a second half lap (pink route), veering left near the basketball court cul-de-sac.
1-Mile Participants: Complete the pink lap only.
Note: The trail remains open to the public. Be alert for others. If someone says “On your left,” please move to your right to let them pass.
ℹ️ About the Host Organization
Restoration & Purpose Community Outreach, Inc. is dedicated to:
- Advocating for public health issues
- Partnering to secure vital resources
- Connecting with the community
- Caring for individuals and families
Our mission is “Caring and Connecting.” Through outreach and education, we strive to reduce public health disparities and strengthen our communities.
💚 Support the Cause
All proceeds benefit Restoration & Purpose Community Outreach, Inc. Together, we can ignite the flame of hope and healing.
🔗 Register Here
For more information and to register, visit the official event page: Igniting the Flame 5K.
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