2nd Annual Save Our First Responders 5K
- Date Sat 9th January 2027
- Time 8:00AM EST
- Location Key West, Florida
- Price $32.80
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready for an inspiring day of community and camaraderie at the 2nd Annual Save Our First Responders 5K on Saturday, January 9, 2027! This exciting event will take place at the picturesque Truman Waterfront Park in Key West, Monroe, featuring a scenic 5K course that allows participants of all ages and abilities to walk or run while enjoying stunning views of the historic Coast Guard Cutter Ingham. Kicking off with an uplifting Opening Ceremony at 7:45 AM, the race itself begins at 8:00 AM, bringing together first responders and supporters to raise awareness and vital funding for the mental health challenges faced by those who bravely serve our communities.
Join us as we lace up for our heroes! Participants can look forward to finishing medals, awards for top teams and individuals, and the chance to engage in a festive atmosphere filled with refreshments and community spirit. Plus, the first 200 registrants will receive a complimentary race t-shirt and a custom drawstring backpack. Don’t miss this opportunity to support our frontline heroes while enjoying a day of fun and fitness! Register today at saveourfirstresponders.org and be part of this meaningful event!
Join us as we lace up for our heroes! Participants can look forward to finishing medals, awards for top teams and individuals, and the chance to engage in a festive atmosphere filled with refreshments and community spirit. Plus, the first 200 registrants will receive a complimentary race t-shirt and a custom drawstring backpack. Don’t miss this opportunity to support our frontline heroes while enjoying a day of fun and fitness! Register today at saveourfirstresponders.org and be part of this meaningful event!
Organiser's Description
ON YOUR MARK, GET SET, GO!
_WELCOME TO THE 2ND ANNUAL SAVE OUR FIRST RESPONDERS 5K!!_
_WE WANT YOU TO REGISTER TODAY!!!_
Lace up for our heroes! Join us during Monroe Countys annual First Responders Week as we walk, run, and unite to raise vital awareness and funding for the mental health challenges and job-related trauma faced by those who run toward danger to keep us safe.
EVENT DETAILS
DATE: Saturday, January 9, 2027
TIME: 8:00 AM 10:00 AM (Opening Ceremony begins at 7:45 AM)
LOCATION: Truman Waterfront Park (Near the Coast Guard Cutter Ingham), Key West, FL 33040
REGISTRATION: Register online today at saveourfirstresponders.org
THE COURSE AND COMPETITION
_SCENIC RUN/WALK:_ This event is open to the public of all ages and abilities. Participants will complete three scenic laps around Truman Waterfront Park, offering beautiful views of the historic Coast Guard Cutter Ingham.
_THE "SUPER EIGHT" CHALLENGE:_ First responder teams will compete for bragging rights across eight categories, including POLICE OFFICERS AND SHERIFF'S DEPUTIES, FIREFIGHTERS, USA ARMED FORCES, CORRECTIONAL OFFICERS & SHERIFF'S DETENTION DEPUTIES, 911 DISPATCHERS, CSIS, EMTS, PARAMEDICS AND NURSES, and CORRECTIONAL PROBATION OFFICERS.
_SPECIAL GUEST PARTICIPANTS:_ We are honored to welcome back _KEY WEST VICE MAYOR DONALD "DONIE" LEE_, _MCSO BUREAU OF CORRECTIONS MAJOR TIM AGE, CAPTAIN CRANE, LIEUTENANT RICE_, and _FWC LIEUTENANT JEREMY MUNKELT_ to the starting line!
AWARDS AND RECOGNITION
_FINISHER MEDALS: _All participants who complete the 5K will receive a commemorative finisher medal.
_OFFICER ALIOHT VALDES MARRERO PERPETUAL TROPHY:_ Presented by _KEY WEST VICE MAYOR DONALD "DONIE" LEE_ to the winning "Super Eight" team.
_TEAM AWARDS: MONROE COUNTY SHERIFF RICK RAMSAY_ will present trophies and medals (Gold, Silver, and Bronze) to the top three first responder teams.
_INDIVIDUAL MEDALS:_ Awarded to top overall male and female winners, as well as age-group winners.
Youth Volunteer Recognition: _MAJOR TIM AGE_ will recognize our Florida Keys Sea Cadets youth volunteers with signed certificates of achievement and hero medals.
SCHEDULE AND LOGISTICS
_PACKET PICKUP_
Friday, January 8th from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM at Fit2Run "The Runners Superstore" (211 Duval Street). Race Day, Saturday, January 9th from 6:45 AM to 7:45 AM at Truman Waterfront Park.
_RACE DAY SCHEDULE_
The morning begins at 7:45 AM with an Opening Ceremony featuring an invocation by Bishop Jonathan Carey, praying for the protection and wellbeing of all first responders and their families. We will then hear an inspirational message of resilience from guest speaker Command Sergeant Major Tonya Oxendine of the Wounded Warrior Project. The race kicks off promptly at 8:00 AM.
After crossing the finish line, join us for refreshments, an awards ceremony, and a raffle. We encourage all who attend to also participate in and support the _WOUNDED WARRIOR PROJECT SOLDIER RIDE_ community ride taking place in Key West the same day following our closing ceremonies.
PERKS AND CHARITY SUPPORT
_PARTICIPANT SWAG: _The first 200 registered entrants will receive a free official race t-shirt and a customized souvenir drawstring backpack.
_CHARITY IMPACT:_ Save Our First Responders is a program of The Florida Correctional Officers Association, Inc., a local Key West based 501(c)(3) public charity. Your support directly funds mental health resources for our local frontline first responders.
Join us in celebrating and supporting these heroes! Thank you, and may God bless and protect us all.
_WELCOME TO THE 2ND ANNUAL SAVE OUR FIRST RESPONDERS 5K!!_
_WE WANT YOU TO REGISTER TODAY!!!_
Lace up for our heroes! Join us during Monroe Countys annual First Responders Week as we walk, run, and unite to raise vital awareness and funding for the mental health challenges and job-related trauma faced by those who run toward danger to keep us safe.
EVENT DETAILS
DATE: Saturday, January 9, 2027
TIME: 8:00 AM 10:00 AM (Opening Ceremony begins at 7:45 AM)
LOCATION: Truman Waterfront Park (Near the Coast Guard Cutter Ingham), Key West, FL 33040
REGISTRATION: Register online today at saveourfirstresponders.org
THE COURSE AND COMPETITION
_SCENIC RUN/WALK:_ This event is open to the public of all ages and abilities. Participants will complete three scenic laps around Truman Waterfront Park, offering beautiful views of the historic Coast Guard Cutter Ingham.
_THE "SUPER EIGHT" CHALLENGE:_ First responder teams will compete for bragging rights across eight categories, including POLICE OFFICERS AND SHERIFF'S DEPUTIES, FIREFIGHTERS, USA ARMED FORCES, CORRECTIONAL OFFICERS & SHERIFF'S DETENTION DEPUTIES, 911 DISPATCHERS, CSIS, EMTS, PARAMEDICS AND NURSES, and CORRECTIONAL PROBATION OFFICERS.
_SPECIAL GUEST PARTICIPANTS:_ We are honored to welcome back _KEY WEST VICE MAYOR DONALD "DONIE" LEE_, _MCSO BUREAU OF CORRECTIONS MAJOR TIM AGE, CAPTAIN CRANE, LIEUTENANT RICE_, and _FWC LIEUTENANT JEREMY MUNKELT_ to the starting line!
AWARDS AND RECOGNITION
_FINISHER MEDALS: _All participants who complete the 5K will receive a commemorative finisher medal.
_OFFICER ALIOHT VALDES MARRERO PERPETUAL TROPHY:_ Presented by _KEY WEST VICE MAYOR DONALD "DONIE" LEE_ to the winning "Super Eight" team.
_TEAM AWARDS: MONROE COUNTY SHERIFF RICK RAMSAY_ will present trophies and medals (Gold, Silver, and Bronze) to the top three first responder teams.
_INDIVIDUAL MEDALS:_ Awarded to top overall male and female winners, as well as age-group winners.
Youth Volunteer Recognition: _MAJOR TIM AGE_ will recognize our Florida Keys Sea Cadets youth volunteers with signed certificates of achievement and hero medals.
SCHEDULE AND LOGISTICS
_PACKET PICKUP_
Friday, January 8th from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM at Fit2Run "The Runners Superstore" (211 Duval Street). Race Day, Saturday, January 9th from 6:45 AM to 7:45 AM at Truman Waterfront Park.
_RACE DAY SCHEDULE_
The morning begins at 7:45 AM with an Opening Ceremony featuring an invocation by Bishop Jonathan Carey, praying for the protection and wellbeing of all first responders and their families. We will then hear an inspirational message of resilience from guest speaker Command Sergeant Major Tonya Oxendine of the Wounded Warrior Project. The race kicks off promptly at 8:00 AM.
After crossing the finish line, join us for refreshments, an awards ceremony, and a raffle. We encourage all who attend to also participate in and support the _WOUNDED WARRIOR PROJECT SOLDIER RIDE_ community ride taking place in Key West the same day following our closing ceremonies.
PERKS AND CHARITY SUPPORT
_PARTICIPANT SWAG: _The first 200 registered entrants will receive a free official race t-shirt and a customized souvenir drawstring backpack.
_CHARITY IMPACT:_ Save Our First Responders is a program of The Florida Correctional Officers Association, Inc., a local Key West based 501(c)(3) public charity. Your support directly funds mental health resources for our local frontline first responders.
Join us in celebrating and supporting these heroes! Thank you, and may God bless and protect us all.
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2nd Annual Save Our First Responders 5K
Incl. $2.80 Fee & Save Our First Responders T-Shirt
Sat 9th January 2027 (8:00AM EST)
$32.80
This discount price is for active, former and retired first responders and members of the U.S. armed forces only.
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