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FIRST STEP FOUNDATION 5K

Sun April 18 - Sun May 2 Tampa, FL 33614 US Directions

First Step 5K Rescheduled to April 2021

First Step 5K has been canceled by order of the City of Tampa because transmission rates are still not below the 5% two week average safe level as determined by the CDC.  

 

Here Are Your Options:

Virtual races happen all the time, and allow you to join the fun without the crowds. You simply run the distance on your own, and report your results - we’ll send you instructions.

Our virtual race dates are between April 15 and May 2, 2021.

You understand that events are expensive, even when cancelled, and you want us to keep your registration fees to help cover our costs. We deeply appreciate your generosity and look forward to seeing you at an event soon.

We understand. We hope you can join us next time.
Next year’s race is scheduled for March 5, 2022. 

Place

Al Lopez Park
4810 N. Himes Ave.
Tampa, FL US 33614

Description

April 18 - May 2, 2021 - Virtual Run     The date for next year's live run is March 5, 2022

Due to continue city Covid precautions this year’s event has been changed to a virtual run. 

Come on out and participate in the 3rd annual First Step Foundation 5K Run/Walk on April 18 - May2, 2021. at 8:00am at Al Lopez Park!  Proceeds from the race will go towards helping start and further the recovery of people struggling with substance 

ENTRY FEES:

Sept. 10, 2020 - May 2 2021 : $30.00

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Registration includes: T-shirt for each runner* and great food and drink at our Post-Race Party. The first 300 registered for the 5K race will receive a Finisher Medal. Overall Awards: Top Male & Top Female 5K Finishers as well as top three males and females in each age group. 

Registration is also be available at The Running Center 144277 N Dale Mabry Hwy in Carrollwood.

All proceeds to benefit the First Step Foundation.

What the First Step Foundation does:

Currently, 24 million people in the United States suffer from substance abuse disorder, one and a half as many times as all cancers combined and nearly the same amount as all people diagnosed with diabetes. Just like any other chronic disease, the effect that substance abuse and addiction has on family members exponentially magnifies the issue, not only stressing relationships but also often exhausting financial resources.

The First Step Foundation serves the community by bridging that financial gap that stands frequently between addicts and effective treatment. More specifically, provides funds to assist with continued recovery and transition after treatment.  

For more information on our story or to donate, contact http://firststepfoundationinc.org. Sponsorships are available.

This is a wonderful opportunity to support a great cause while being recognized in your community. For more information, click on the Downloads tab above.

This is a pet friendly event.

 ABOUT THE 2021 VIRTUAL RUN

An option for those who signed up for this year's postponed event is the virtual run between October 24 - November 8, 2020.

Participants receive commemorative t-shirt and finisher medal.

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