Save Our First Responders 5K
- Date Sat 10th January 2026
- Time 8:00AM EST
- Location Key West, Florida
- Price $38.10
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
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Event summary
Join us for the inaugural Save Our First Responders 5K on Saturday, January 10th, 2026, at the picturesque Truman Waterfront Park in Key West, Florida. This exciting event invites participants of all ages to run, walk, or enjoy a run/walk alongside our heroic first responders, all while raising vital funds for those in distress. The highlight of the day is the "SUPER EIGHT" competition, featuring eight dedicated teams of Florida first responders, including EMTs, firefighters, law enforcement officers, and more, all vying for gold medals!
The 5K will consist of three scenic laps around the park, providing plenty of opportunities for stunning waterfront photos and community camaraderie. After the race, enjoy refreshments and a raffle as we celebrate our first responders and raise awareness about the mental health challenges they face. Don’t miss out on this chance to show your support—register early to secure the best pricing, as fees will increase every two months leading up to the event. Mark your calendars for January 10th, 2026, and be part of this uplifting and meaningful occasion!
The 5K will consist of three scenic laps around the park, providing plenty of opportunities for stunning waterfront photos and community camaraderie. After the race, enjoy refreshments and a raffle as we celebrate our first responders and raise awareness about the mental health challenges they face. Don’t miss out on this chance to show your support—register early to secure the best pricing, as fees will increase every two months leading up to the event. Mark your calendars for January 10th, 2026, and be part of this uplifting and meaningful occasion!
Organiser's Description
_THE PRICE OF THE 5K WILL GO UP $5.00 EVERY TWO MONTHS SO RESERVE YOUR SPOT EARLY FOR THE BEST PRICING._
_COME JOIN US AND RUN, WALK OR RUN/WALK WITH FIRST RESPONDERS AND HELP RAISE MONEY FOR FIRST RESPONDERS IN DISTRESS. _
WHO:
The Save Our First Responders 5K is open to the public and all ages (Parents please run or walk with your little ones).
The main event of this race is the "SUPER EIGHT" which consists of eight teams of Florida first responders competing in Key West, Florida for 1st place and gold medals in the first inaugural Save Our First Responders 5K.
The eight teams of Florida first responders that make up the SUPER EIGHT competing for the gold medals are: 1) 911 dispatchers, 2) correctional officers, 3) correctional probation officers , 4) crime scene investigators, 5) EMTs & paramedics, 6) firefighters, 7) law enforcement officers, and 8) USA armed forces.
WHAT:
Join us in running, run/walking or just walking three scenic laps of the Truman Waterfront Park (5k) near the Coast Guard Cutter Ingham. We will have refreshments and a raffle after the event and there will be plenty of opportunities for scenic waterfront picture taking, celebrating and first responder camaraderie.
WHEN:
Saturday morning January 10th, 2026 from 0730 - 1200
WHERE:
In Key West, Florida at the Truman Waterfront Park near the Coast Guard Cutter Ingham
WHY:
First responders often face significant mental health challenges due to the nature of their work, which exposes them to traumatic events and high levels of stress. These challenges can lead to conditions like PTSD, PTSI, depression, anxiety, substance abuse and suicidal ideation. Factors contributing to these issues include exposure to death, grief, and suffering, demanding schedules, and a lack of resources or support.
HOW:
Please support our first responders by signing up today to participate in the first inaugural Save Our First Responders 5K Run/Walk and help raise awareness to these critically important issues that our first responders who selflessly put their lives on the line for us daily are dealing with. These issues affecting our first responders are a local, statewide, national and even global level one priority concern.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
The price of the 5K will go up $5.00 every two months so reserve your spot early for the best pricing. Price increases scheduled to occur on: 08/12/2025, 10/12/2025, 12/04/2025 and 1/10/2026.
BISHOP JONATHAN CAREY OF GLAD TIDINGS CHURCH IN KEY WEST WILL OPEN AND CLOSE THE RACE IN PRAYER FOR THE WELLBEING OF ALL FIRST RESPONDERS.
Save Our First Responders exists to support all first responders.
Save Our First Responders will have partner organizations present at the race providing supportive resources and support for first responders.
Save Our First Responders is a program of The Florida Correctional Officers Association, Inc.
FOR MORE INFORMATION PLEASE VISIT: https://flcos.org/save-our-first-responders
_COME JOIN US AND RUN, WALK OR RUN/WALK WITH FIRST RESPONDERS AND HELP RAISE MONEY FOR FIRST RESPONDERS IN DISTRESS. _
WHO:
The Save Our First Responders 5K is open to the public and all ages (Parents please run or walk with your little ones).
The main event of this race is the "SUPER EIGHT" which consists of eight teams of Florida first responders competing in Key West, Florida for 1st place and gold medals in the first inaugural Save Our First Responders 5K.
The eight teams of Florida first responders that make up the SUPER EIGHT competing for the gold medals are: 1) 911 dispatchers, 2) correctional officers, 3) correctional probation officers , 4) crime scene investigators, 5) EMTs & paramedics, 6) firefighters, 7) law enforcement officers, and 8) USA armed forces.
WHAT:
Join us in running, run/walking or just walking three scenic laps of the Truman Waterfront Park (5k) near the Coast Guard Cutter Ingham. We will have refreshments and a raffle after the event and there will be plenty of opportunities for scenic waterfront picture taking, celebrating and first responder camaraderie.
WHEN:
Saturday morning January 10th, 2026 from 0730 - 1200
WHERE:
In Key West, Florida at the Truman Waterfront Park near the Coast Guard Cutter Ingham
WHY:
First responders often face significant mental health challenges due to the nature of their work, which exposes them to traumatic events and high levels of stress. These challenges can lead to conditions like PTSD, PTSI, depression, anxiety, substance abuse and suicidal ideation. Factors contributing to these issues include exposure to death, grief, and suffering, demanding schedules, and a lack of resources or support.
HOW:
Please support our first responders by signing up today to participate in the first inaugural Save Our First Responders 5K Run/Walk and help raise awareness to these critically important issues that our first responders who selflessly put their lives on the line for us daily are dealing with. These issues affecting our first responders are a local, statewide, national and even global level one priority concern.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
The price of the 5K will go up $5.00 every two months so reserve your spot early for the best pricing. Price increases scheduled to occur on: 08/12/2025, 10/12/2025, 12/04/2025 and 1/10/2026.
BISHOP JONATHAN CAREY OF GLAD TIDINGS CHURCH IN KEY WEST WILL OPEN AND CLOSE THE RACE IN PRAYER FOR THE WELLBEING OF ALL FIRST RESPONDERS.
Save Our First Responders exists to support all first responders.
Save Our First Responders will have partner organizations present at the race providing supportive resources and support for first responders.
Save Our First Responders is a program of The Florida Correctional Officers Association, Inc.
FOR MORE INFORMATION PLEASE VISIT: https://flcos.org/save-our-first-responders
Races
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Save Our First Responders 5K
Incl. $3.10 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 10th January 2026 (8:00AM EST)
$38.10
Come out on Saturday morning on January 10th and walk, run or run/walk/jog or volunteer to support our first responders during First Responder Week in Monroe County, FL. Great nonprofit organizations that support Monroe County first responders will be in attendance sharing mission critical important information for first responders and their families. Our sponsors will also be in attendance providing great benefits for first responders and their families.
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