The South Florida First Responders Foundation, 2026 Heroes Run! 10K • 5K • 1 Mile Run
- Date
- November 28, 2026
- Distance
- 10K Run · 5K Run · 1 Mile Run & more
From the Organizer
The South Florida First Responders Foundation, a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit, is proud to host a community benefit race dedicated to supporting the mental health of South Florida's First Responders.
Every day, South Florida’s first responders and stand at the forefront of our community’s toughest moments, carrying burdens most of us will never see. Their courage is visible; their silent battles—the stress, trauma, and emotional toll that linger long after the sirens fade—often are not.
The Heroes Run, hosted by South Florida First Responders Foundation, Inc., 501(c)(3), is more than a race—it’s a lifeline. On November 28th, 2026, in Pompano Beach, Florida, we will come together to honor those who give so much and to raise critical funds for organizations providing essential mental health services for first responders and their families.
Your participation helps us heal the healers, support the protectors, and show these heroes they are never alone. Together, we can turn gratitude into action and empathy into a movement—powered by the courageous spirits of the men and women who keep our community safe.
This event will feature a Fun Run, 1-Mile, 5K, and 10K race, all course distances will be certified. We will be welcoming runners, walkers, and spectators from across the region. Participants will include members of our local running community as well as First Responders from Police, Fire Rescue, Ocean Rescue, Military, and more.
Where the Proceeds Go
All proceeds will be donated to:
Stomping Out the Stigma – Provides free, confidential mental health counseling for First Responders and Military Personnel. No names, no insurance, no reports—just help.
First Responders Foundation (Florida Chapter) – Rescues and Trains shelter dogs to become Service Animals for First Responders in need.
The Broward County Sheriff's Foundation
Pompano Beach Fire Rescue Benevolent Association
Pompano Beach Ocean Rescue Benevolent Association
All of these organizations directly assist First Responders and their families during times of hardship and crisis.
Distances & Pricing
Race Location
About This Sport
From Endurance Grid's Founder
Endurance Grid is here to help you understand the sport, decide if it's the right fit, and learn how to prepare. For course distances, logistics, and race-day specifics, always defer to the race organizer's event page.
The 10K is the distance where running stops feeling like a starting point and starts feeling like a sport. Long enough to require a real training block. Short enough that race day is fully manageable for a first-timer who's put in the work.
Race day energy at a 10K is community at its best — strangers cheering you by name, people moving toward the same goal, an atmosphere that solo training can't replicate. It's fast enough that you'll spend the whole race pushing rather than managing your effort.
This is also the distance that builds the base for everything else. Most athletes who go on to run half marathons, do triathlons, or compete in HYROX started here. What you need: running shoes fitted to your stride, a training plan, and the race on your calendar. The registration is what makes the deadline real.
How long to train: 4–8 weeks for most fitness levels.
Running
From 5K to marathon, running races are the most accessible entry point into endurance sport. There's a distance for every fitness level and a community at every start line.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is The South Florida First Responders Foundation, 2026 Heroes Run! 10K • 5K • 1 Mile Run?
- The South Florida First Responders Foundation, 2026 Heroes Run! 10K • 5K • 1 Mile Run is a running event held in Pompano Beach, FL. Learn more about the different endurance sports here.
- When and where is The South Florida First Responders Foundation, 2026 Heroes Run! 10K • 5K • 1 Mile Run?
- Saturday, November 28, 2026 in Pompano Beach, FL at 222 N Pompano Beach Blvd, Pompano Beach, FL. Check the official event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for The South Florida First Responders Foundation, 2026 Heroes Run! 10K • 5K • 1 Mile Run?
- Registration is handled through their official registration page. Confirm pricing, distances available, and sign up there.
The South Florida First Responders Foundation, 2026 Heroes Run! 10K • 5K • 1 Mile Run
Nov 28, 2026