First-Gen 5k
- Date Sat 9th August 2025
- Time 7:30AM EDT
- Location Ocala, Florida
- Price $33.69
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
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Event summary
Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the inaugural First Gen 5K, taking place on Saturday, August 9th, 2025, at the scenic Baseline Road Trailhead in Ocala, Marion! Set to kick off at 7:30 AM, this exciting event is more than just a race; it's a celebration of community and support for first-generation college students. Participants will enjoy chip timing, finisher's medals, and exclusive First Gen 5K shirts, making this a memorable experience for everyone involved.
As you run the 5K course, you'll not only be challenging yourself but also contributing to a worthy cause. Proceeds from the event will benefit the First Generation Foundation, the Vida Valiente Foundation, and local scholarship initiatives, directly impacting first-generation students in our community. With various age divisions and awards for top finishers, there’s a spot for everyone to shine. Join local businesses, leaders, and families as we come together to promote education and inspire one another. Let’s run with purpose and grow as one on this special day!
As you run the 5K course, you'll not only be challenging yourself but also contributing to a worthy cause. Proceeds from the event will benefit the First Generation Foundation, the Vida Valiente Foundation, and local scholarship initiatives, directly impacting first-generation students in our community. With various age divisions and awards for top finishers, there’s a spot for everyone to shine. Join local businesses, leaders, and families as we come together to promote education and inspire one another. Let’s run with purpose and grow as one on this special day!
Organiser's Description
FIRST GEN-5K RUN FOR OPPORTUNITY, GROW TOGETHER
Join us on AUGUST 9TH AT 7:30 AM at Baseline Road Trailhead for the inaugural First Gen-5K, a race dedicated to supporting first-generation college students.
More than just a run, this event is a growing space for the community where local businesses, leaders, and families come together to connect, promote, and inspire. With chip timing, sponsor booths, and a welcoming environment, its a powerful way to move forward together.
_Every step supports education. Every booth builds connection._
_Lets run with purpose and grow as one._
_PROCEEDS FROM THIS EVENT WILL SUPPORT THE FIRST GENERATION FOUNDATION, THE VIDA VALIENTE FOUNDATION, AND LOCAL SCHOLARSHIP INITIATIVES THAT DIRECTLY IMPACT FIRST-GENERATION STUDENTS IN OUR COMMUNITY._
* _FINISHER'S MEDALS WILL BE PROVIDED_
* _FIRST-GEN 5K SHIRT'S PROVIDED TO ALL PARTICIPANTS_
* _AGE DIVISIONS: 10-19 M/F, 20-29 M/F, 30-39 M/F, 40-49 M/F, 50+ M/F (AWARDS GIVEN TO TOP FINISHER IN EACH DIVISION)_
* _DRINKS PROVIDED BEFORE, DURING, AND AFTER RACE_
Join us on AUGUST 9TH AT 7:30 AM at Baseline Road Trailhead for the inaugural First Gen-5K, a race dedicated to supporting first-generation college students.
More than just a run, this event is a growing space for the community where local businesses, leaders, and families come together to connect, promote, and inspire. With chip timing, sponsor booths, and a welcoming environment, its a powerful way to move forward together.
_Every step supports education. Every booth builds connection._
_Lets run with purpose and grow as one._
_PROCEEDS FROM THIS EVENT WILL SUPPORT THE FIRST GENERATION FOUNDATION, THE VIDA VALIENTE FOUNDATION, AND LOCAL SCHOLARSHIP INITIATIVES THAT DIRECTLY IMPACT FIRST-GENERATION STUDENTS IN OUR COMMUNITY._
* _FINISHER'S MEDALS WILL BE PROVIDED_
* _FIRST-GEN 5K SHIRT'S PROVIDED TO ALL PARTICIPANTS_
* _AGE DIVISIONS: 10-19 M/F, 20-29 M/F, 30-39 M/F, 40-49 M/F, 50+ M/F (AWARDS GIVEN TO TOP FINISHER IN EACH DIVISION)_
* _DRINKS PROVIDED BEFORE, DURING, AND AFTER RACE_
First-Gen 5k
