First Responders Suicide Prevention 5K
- Date Sat 27th September 2025
- Time 7:40AM EDT
- Location Locust Grove, Georgia
- Price $43.40
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km
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Event summary
Join us for the 4th annual First Responders Suicide Prevention 5K on Saturday, September 27, 2025, in the vibrant community of Locust Grove, Henry! This uplifting event celebrates the mental health and wellness of our brave first responders while coinciding with National Law Enforcement Suicide Awareness Day. Participants of all ages are invited to run or walk the USATF-certified 5K course, making this a perfect family-friendly outing.
Expect an exciting day filled with live entertainment, a mental health fair, and a fun group warm-up before the race kicks off at 8:35 a.m. Every participant will receive a commemorative medal, and all proceeds from the event go towards essential training and counseling for first responders and their families. Whether you choose to run, walk, or participate virtually, your involvement supports a vital cause. Don’t miss out on this chance to promote mental health and community wellness while enjoying a fantastic day outdoors!
Expect an exciting day filled with live entertainment, a mental health fair, and a fun group warm-up before the race kicks off at 8:35 a.m. Every participant will receive a commemorative medal, and all proceeds from the event go towards essential training and counseling for first responders and their families. Whether you choose to run, walk, or participate virtually, your involvement supports a vital cause. Don’t miss out on this chance to promote mental health and community wellness while enjoying a fantastic day outdoors!
Organiser's Description
RELIF a nonprofit organization, in collaboration with the Next Step Counseling, LLC is proud to announce its 4th annual First Responders 5k run/walk. A fun-filled event for the entire family, celebrating the mental health and wellness of first responders. Held consecutively with National Law Enforcement Suicide Awareness Day, this signature event promotes a trifecta of mental health, physical wellness and community policing.
Guests can expect live entertainment, a mental health fair, and expert fitness warm up. Event proceeds support training and counseling for first responders and their families.
OUR EVENT IS RAIN OR SHINE, AND WILL ONLY TRANSITION TO VIRTUAL OPTION IF CONCERNS OF UNSAFE CONDITIONS ARISE. THIS EVENT IS NON-REFUNDABLE AS ALL PROCEEDS ARE GIVEN TO AN IMPORTANT CAUSE. RACE DAY REGISTRATION IS OFFERED VIA CASHLESS PAYMENT OPTIONS ONLY.
RACE FAQ
* All participants receive a commemorative medal.
* Participants will engage in a group warm up/ stretch before the start of the race. There will be space to stretch after the completion of the race.
* Walkers are encouraged to walk to the right, allowing runners to pass on the left.
* Timed bibs are available to those who wish to have their run timed.
* USATF Certified 5K
RACE DAY SCHEDULE:
7:15 a.m. | Race # Pickup Registration table
8:15 a.m. | Race # Pickup Closes
8:15 am I Warm up begins
8:30 a.m. | Race participants gather at the start line
8:35 a.m. | Official Race Start
10:00 a.m. | Finish of Race
10:15 a.m. | Pick up race packs/ visit community partners
11:45 a.m. | Wrap up
RACE RULES:
1. Check-in and mandatory race-day number pickup opens to participants starting at 7:15 a.m. All participants must show a government-issued photo ID that matches the registered participants name upon check-in. Minors do not need to provide a photo ID
upon check-in when accompanied by a registered adult with a proper government-issued photo ID.
2. RACE bibs may not be sold, given away or used by any person other than the registered individual.
3. All RACE participants must always stay on the officially designated 5K course, unless detoured by law enforcement or volunteers.
4. No guns or weapons of any kind (including but not limited to knives, mace, pepper spray, stun guns, etc.) are allowed on the property.
5. Outside water, water bottles, camelbacks, etc. are allowed. Water will be provided to RACE participants.
6. No pets are permitted except for officially designated service animals as required by an ADA participant.
7. All participants acknowledge that items left in any location on the school property are left at the participants own risk.
8. Relif & Locus Grove Police reserves the right to exclude or remove any participant from the RACE for failure to comply with any portion of the RACE rules.
9. Community partners and vendors will be onsite.
TRANSPORTATION & PARKING:
* There is public parking at the RACE site.
* Transportation is not provided to attend this RACE.
VIRTUAL RACE:
* For those unable to participate in person, the virtual option allows you to run or walk anytime and anywhere, even indoors on a treadmill, at your own convenience.
* Complete the 5K on your own time and at your preferred location.
* You can submit your virtual race results and photos via the race registration website.
_NOTE: __Staff will not be available via phone or e-mail on the morning of the RACE to answer questions. Please resolve any issues or questions you have before race day._
Guests can expect live entertainment, a mental health fair, and expert fitness warm up. Event proceeds support training and counseling for first responders and their families.
OUR EVENT IS RAIN OR SHINE, AND WILL ONLY TRANSITION TO VIRTUAL OPTION IF CONCERNS OF UNSAFE CONDITIONS ARISE. THIS EVENT IS NON-REFUNDABLE AS ALL PROCEEDS ARE GIVEN TO AN IMPORTANT CAUSE. RACE DAY REGISTRATION IS OFFERED VIA CASHLESS PAYMENT OPTIONS ONLY.
RACE FAQ
* All participants receive a commemorative medal.
* Participants will engage in a group warm up/ stretch before the start of the race. There will be space to stretch after the completion of the race.
* Walkers are encouraged to walk to the right, allowing runners to pass on the left.
* Timed bibs are available to those who wish to have their run timed.
* USATF Certified 5K
RACE DAY SCHEDULE:
7:15 a.m. | Race # Pickup Registration table
8:15 a.m. | Race # Pickup Closes
8:15 am I Warm up begins
8:30 a.m. | Race participants gather at the start line
8:35 a.m. | Official Race Start
10:00 a.m. | Finish of Race
10:15 a.m. | Pick up race packs/ visit community partners
11:45 a.m. | Wrap up
RACE RULES:
1. Check-in and mandatory race-day number pickup opens to participants starting at 7:15 a.m. All participants must show a government-issued photo ID that matches the registered participants name upon check-in. Minors do not need to provide a photo ID
upon check-in when accompanied by a registered adult with a proper government-issued photo ID.
2. RACE bibs may not be sold, given away or used by any person other than the registered individual.
3. All RACE participants must always stay on the officially designated 5K course, unless detoured by law enforcement or volunteers.
4. No guns or weapons of any kind (including but not limited to knives, mace, pepper spray, stun guns, etc.) are allowed on the property.
5. Outside water, water bottles, camelbacks, etc. are allowed. Water will be provided to RACE participants.
6. No pets are permitted except for officially designated service animals as required by an ADA participant.
7. All participants acknowledge that items left in any location on the school property are left at the participants own risk.
8. Relif & Locus Grove Police reserves the right to exclude or remove any participant from the RACE for failure to comply with any portion of the RACE rules.
9. Community partners and vendors will be onsite.
TRANSPORTATION & PARKING:
* There is public parking at the RACE site.
* Transportation is not provided to attend this RACE.
VIRTUAL RACE:
* For those unable to participate in person, the virtual option allows you to run or walk anytime and anywhere, even indoors on a treadmill, at your own convenience.
* Complete the 5K on your own time and at your preferred location.
* You can submit your virtual race results and photos via the race registration website.
_NOTE: __Staff will not be available via phone or e-mail on the morning of the RACE to answer questions. Please resolve any issues or questions you have before race day._
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