Run Up for Heroes 5K

Run Up for Heroes 5K is a Jacksonville, Florida race held at 610 E Bay Street offering a 5K Run/Walk, a Virtual 5K, and a 5K Youth (13 and Under). Hosted by Helping Hands for Heroes, a nonprofit fighting veteran homelessness through transitional housing, mental health services, and job training, the event supports Countdown to 82, an initiative to build 82 transitional housing units for homeless Veterans in Northeast Florida. Participants help house veterans, support mental health and suicide prevention, and promote reintegration.

The race also honors the US Navy’s 250th anniversary and features a connection to naval history via USS Orleck DD-886. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.