Save Our First Responders 5K Sponsored By Shatterproof FHE Health

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.
 
Additional details
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 Runner’s 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 can join the community ride with the warriors in Key West.

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

The Shatterproof FHE Health Save Our First Responders 5K, is proudly sponsored by Shatterproof FHE Health, Keys Auto Center, Bascom Grooms Real Estate, and Fury Water Adventures.  

Join in celebrating and supporting these frontline heroes!

Thank you and may God bless and protect us all!