Save Our First Responders 5K Sponsored By Shatterproof FHE Health
- Date Sat 10th January 2026
- Time 8:00AM EST
- Location Key West, Florida
- Price $27.50 - $38.10
- Races 4 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready for an inspiring and uplifting experience at the inaugural Save Our First Responders 5K, taking place on Saturday, January 10, 2026, at the picturesque Truman Waterfront Park in Key West, Florida. This exciting event, running from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM, is part of Monroe County's annual First Responders Week, honoring the dedicated men and women who serve our communities, including police officers, firefighters, EMTs, and more. Participants of all ages are invited to join the fun as they run, walk, or run/walk three scenic laps around the park, all while raising awareness for the mental health challenges faced by first responders.
The highlight of the day is the thrilling "Super Eight" competition, where teams representing various first responder groups will compete for coveted trophies and medals. Not only will you be supporting our frontline heroes, but you'll also have the chance to cheer on "everyday heroes" like teachers and power linemen. With refreshing post-race snacks, a raffle, and medals awarded to top performers, the Save Our First Responders 5K promises to be a memorable day of community spirit and celebration. Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity to honor those who protect and
The highlight of the day is the thrilling "Super Eight" competition, where teams representing various first responder groups will compete for coveted trophies and medals. Not only will you be supporting our frontline heroes, but you'll also have the chance to cheer on "everyday heroes" like teachers and power linemen. With refreshing post-race snacks, a raffle, and medals awarded to top performers, the Save Our First Responders 5K promises to be a memorable day of community spirit and celebration. Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity to honor those who protect and
Organiser's Description
Join the inaugural Save Our First Responders 5K, sponsored by Shatterproof FHE Health, on Saturday, January 10, 2026, from 7:00 AM - 11:00 AM, at the Truman Waterfront Park in Key West, Florida. The event takes place during Monroe County's annual First Responders Week, which honors the dedicated service of law enforcement officers, including correctional officers, firefighters, EMTs, paramedics, FWC officers, and dispatchers.
The 5K run/walk aims to raise awareness and support for the mental health challenges faced by first responders due to job-related trauma and stress. These challenges can lead to conditions such as PTSD, depression, anxiety, substance abuse, and suicidal ideation. Participants can run, walk, or run/walk three scenic laps around Truman Waterfront Park, near the Coast Guard Cutter Ingham, a decorated Coast Guard Cutter and National Historic Landmark. The USCGC Ingham Maritime Museum is open Tuesday-Saturday from 10 AM to 4 PM.
The highlight of the event is the "Super Eight" competition, where eight teams of Florida first responders compete for trophies and medals. The competing teams are: 911 dispatchers, correctional officers, correctional probation officers, crime scene investigators, EMTs & paramedics, firefighters, law enforcement officers, and USA armed forces. While the primary focus is on first responders, the event also acknowledges the contributions of "everyday heroes" such as teachers, security guards, power linemen, and public works employees through designated race groups.
The Officer Alioht Valdes Marrero Perpetual First Place Team Trophy is an award given to the winning team of the "Super Eight" competition at the annual Save Our First Responders 5K race in Key West, Florida.
The trophy is named in honor of Officer Alioht Valdes-Marrero, a 29-year-old Key West Police Officer who was a son, a husband and a father and also a mentor, brother and friend to many of us in Monroe County and who left us way too early in February 2022. Alioht loved to run and work out and this event honors his service and spirit. The event and the trophy help raise awareness and support for the mental health challenges faced by first responders.
ADDITIONAL DETAILS
OPENING CEREMONY: The opening ceremony will feature Bishop Jonathan Carey of Glad Tidings Tabernacle praying for the wellbeing of all first responders and their loved ones.
REGISTRATION: Open to all ages. Parents should accompany young children.
PACKET PICKUP: Pre-registration and packet pickup will be held Friday, January 9th, 2026, from 5 PM - 7 PM, at Fit2Run "The Runners Superstore" at 211 Duval Street. Race day registration and packet pickup will be available at Truman Waterfront from 6:00 AM - 7:30 AM.
WOUNDED WARRIOR PROJECT: Participants are encouraged to cheer on and support the Wounded Warrior Project Soldier Ride, which takes place Friday, January 9th, in the Upper and Middle Keys and Saturday, January 10th, in Key West. After the 5K, attendees are encouraged to join the community ride with the warriors in Key West after the completion of the 5K and closing ceremonies. The Save Our First Responders 5K Sponsored By Shatterproof FHE Health will donate $5 to the Wounded Warrior Project and $5 to the National Junior Honor Society in Monroe County, FL for every 5K registration that is made through this link: https://runsignup.com/Race/Register?raceId=185545&raceRefCode=dV7Sqf1O
REFRESHMENTS AND RAFFLES: Refreshments and a raffle will be available after the race.
T-SHIRTS: The first 100 entrants will receive a free t-shirt.
MEDALS: Medals will be awarded to: gold, silver, and bronze medal winners of the Super Eight challenge (top 5 runners in top 3 first responder teams).
Overall top 2 male & female winners in both the run/walk and walk categories.
Overall top 2 masters (age 40+) male & female winners in both the run/walk and walk categories.
Top 3 male & female winners in each 10-year age group in both the run/walk and walk categories.
All participants who complete the 5K will receive a finisher medal.
SPONSORSHIP: Save Our First Responders is a program of The Florida Correctional Officers Association, Inc., a 501(C)(3) public charity. Donations are tax-deductible. For more information please visit: https://flcos.org [https://flcos.org/]
THE SHATTERPROOF FHE HEALTH SAVE OUR FIRST RESPONDERS 5K, IS PROUDLY SPONSORED BY SHATTERPROOF FHE HEALTH, FURY WATER ADVENTURES, SUNSHINE SCOOTERS, KEYS AUTO CENTER, BASCOM GROOMS REAL ESTATE, IRISH KEVIN'S, EXCEL CHIROPRACTIC AND A&B MARINA.
JOIN IN CELEBRATING AND SUPPORTING THESE FRONTLINE HEROES!
THANK YOU AND MAY GOD BLESS AND PROTECT US ALL!
The 5K run/walk aims to raise awareness and support for the mental health challenges faced by first responders due to job-related trauma and stress. These challenges can lead to conditions such as PTSD, depression, anxiety, substance abuse, and suicidal ideation. Participants can run, walk, or run/walk three scenic laps around Truman Waterfront Park, near the Coast Guard Cutter Ingham, a decorated Coast Guard Cutter and National Historic Landmark. The USCGC Ingham Maritime Museum is open Tuesday-Saturday from 10 AM to 4 PM.
The highlight of the event is the "Super Eight" competition, where eight teams of Florida first responders compete for trophies and medals. The competing teams are: 911 dispatchers, correctional officers, correctional probation officers, crime scene investigators, EMTs & paramedics, firefighters, law enforcement officers, and USA armed forces. While the primary focus is on first responders, the event also acknowledges the contributions of "everyday heroes" such as teachers, security guards, power linemen, and public works employees through designated race groups.
The Officer Alioht Valdes Marrero Perpetual First Place Team Trophy is an award given to the winning team of the "Super Eight" competition at the annual Save Our First Responders 5K race in Key West, Florida.
The trophy is named in honor of Officer Alioht Valdes-Marrero, a 29-year-old Key West Police Officer who was a son, a husband and a father and also a mentor, brother and friend to many of us in Monroe County and who left us way too early in February 2022. Alioht loved to run and work out and this event honors his service and spirit. The event and the trophy help raise awareness and support for the mental health challenges faced by first responders.
ADDITIONAL DETAILS
OPENING CEREMONY: The opening ceremony will feature Bishop Jonathan Carey of Glad Tidings Tabernacle praying for the wellbeing of all first responders and their loved ones.
REGISTRATION: Open to all ages. Parents should accompany young children.
PACKET PICKUP: Pre-registration and packet pickup will be held Friday, January 9th, 2026, from 5 PM - 7 PM, at Fit2Run "The Runners Superstore" at 211 Duval Street. Race day registration and packet pickup will be available at Truman Waterfront from 6:00 AM - 7:30 AM.
WOUNDED WARRIOR PROJECT: Participants are encouraged to cheer on and support the Wounded Warrior Project Soldier Ride, which takes place Friday, January 9th, in the Upper and Middle Keys and Saturday, January 10th, in Key West. After the 5K, attendees are encouraged to join the community ride with the warriors in Key West after the completion of the 5K and closing ceremonies. The Save Our First Responders 5K Sponsored By Shatterproof FHE Health will donate $5 to the Wounded Warrior Project and $5 to the National Junior Honor Society in Monroe County, FL for every 5K registration that is made through this link: https://runsignup.com/Race/Register?raceId=185545&raceRefCode=dV7Sqf1O
REFRESHMENTS AND RAFFLES: Refreshments and a raffle will be available after the race.
T-SHIRTS: The first 100 entrants will receive a free t-shirt.
MEDALS: Medals will be awarded to: gold, silver, and bronze medal winners of the Super Eight challenge (top 5 runners in top 3 first responder teams).
Overall top 2 male & female winners in both the run/walk and walk categories.
Overall top 2 masters (age 40+) male & female winners in both the run/walk and walk categories.
Top 3 male & female winners in each 10-year age group in both the run/walk and walk categories.
All participants who complete the 5K will receive a finisher medal.
SPONSORSHIP: Save Our First Responders is a program of The Florida Correctional Officers Association, Inc., a 501(C)(3) public charity. Donations are tax-deductible. For more information please visit: https://flcos.org [https://flcos.org/]
THE SHATTERPROOF FHE HEALTH SAVE OUR FIRST RESPONDERS 5K, IS PROUDLY SPONSORED BY SHATTERPROOF FHE HEALTH, FURY WATER ADVENTURES, SUNSHINE SCOOTERS, KEYS AUTO CENTER, BASCOM GROOMS REAL ESTATE, IRISH KEVIN'S, EXCEL CHIROPRACTIC AND A&B MARINA.
JOIN IN CELEBRATING AND SUPPORTING THESE FRONTLINE HEROES!
THANK YOU AND MAY GOD BLESS AND PROTECT US ALL!
Races
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Save Our First Responders 5K (First Responders & U.S. Armed Forces)
Incl. $2.50 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 10th January 2026 (8:00AM EST)
$27.50
This discount price is for active, former and retired first responders and members of the U.S. armed forces only. -
Save Our First Responders 5K Run or Run/Walk (Civilians)
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. -
Save Our First Responders 5K Walk Only (Civilians)
Incl. $3.10 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 10th January 2026 (8:00AM EST)
$38.10
If you sign up to "Walk Only" you cannot run at anytime during the race. -
Save Our First Responders 5K Virtual Option
Incl. $2.80 Fee
$32.80
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Truman Waterfront Park near the Coast Guard Cutter Ingham, Key West, 33040, FL, United States
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