Everyday Hero 5K to Benefit The Studer Family Children’s Hospital at Sacred Heart

Northwest Florida’s first Everyday Hero 5K Run/Walk and Family Fun Run/Walk will be held Saturday, May 13, beginning at 8 a.m. at the Vince J. Whibbs Sr. Community Maritime Park in downtown Pensacola. The event is designed to raise awareness and funds for The Studer Family Children’s Hospital at Sacred Heart, the area’s local Children’s Miracle Network Hospital.

Presented by Wind Creek of Atmore, the Everyday Hero 5K will honor doctors, nurses, parents, caregivers, service members, first responders and young patients who exemplify courage and determination in their own lives and for others. Participants are encouraged to dress as their favorite “Everyday Hero” as a special costume contest will be held after the race.

“This year’s honorary chairman is our own hero, Drew Barefield of Crestview,” says Carol Carlan, president of Sacred Heart Foundation. “In 2014, Drew survived multiple traumatic injuries from a boating accident. He was treated at The Studer Family Children’s Hospital at Sacred Heart for 75 days and underwent 13 surgeries. He drew on his faith and never questioned whether he would run or walk again; he was determined to do both and pushed past any obstacle in his way. He is now running cross country, and he was named the 2016-2017 Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals Champion for the State of Florida. He has a passion for advocating for the needs of the Children’s Hospital.”

A variety of sponsorship opportunities are available for the community to be a partner in this event, including business and individual sponsorships.

The registration fee is $25. To register for the Everyday Hero 5K Run/Walk or Family Fun Run/Walk, please visit www.signmeup.com. Click on “Find an Event” and search “The Studer Family Children’s Hospital at Sacred Heart Everyday Hero 5K.”

For more information, please visit www.everydayhero5k.org or www.foundation.sacred-heart.org.