Steps For SOS 5K Run/Walk
When is Steps For SOS 5K Run/Walk?
Steps For SOS 5K Run/Walk takes place on Saturday, April 11, 2026 in Coconut Creek, FL.
What distances does Steps For SOS 5K Run/Walk offer?
Steps For SOS 5K Run/Walk offers 5 events: Steps for SOS 5K Run- Basic 25$, SOS 5k Run- Medal Tier 50$, SOS 5k Run- VIP Tier 300$, Steps for SOS Virtual 5K 25$, Steps for SOS 5K Walk- Basic 25$.
| Event | Distance | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Steps for SOS 5K Run- Basic 25$ | 5.0 km | $25.00 | Register |
| SOS 5k Run- Medal Tier 50$ | 5.0 km | $50.00 | Register |
| SOS 5k Run- VIP Tier 300$ | 5.0 km | $300.00 | Register |
| Steps for SOS Virtual 5K 25$ | 5.0 km | $25.00 | Register |
| Steps for SOS 5K Walk- Basic 25$ | — | $25.00 | Register |
How much does Steps For SOS 5K Run/Walk cost?
Registration for Steps For SOS 5K Run/Walk starts at $25.00. Prices vary by event distance.
Where is Steps For SOS 5K Run/Walk held?
Steps For SOS 5K Run/Walk is held in Coconut Creek, FL at 3600 W Sample Rd.
About Steps For SOS 5K Run/Walk
WELCOME TO
SOS CHILDREN’S VILLAGES FLORIDA
STEPS FOR SOS 5K RUN/WALK — HOMECOMING
We’re thrilled to announce that this year’s STEPS for SOS 5K Run/Walk is coming home to the City of Coconut Creek!
Join us as we celebrate our homecoming at beautiful Tradewinds Park, a scenic setting filled with memories, energy, and heart.
This event raises crucial funds and awareness to provide hope, healing, and lifelong support for children in foster care.
Our goal: $125,000 — every step helps us get closer.
Event Details
Saturday, April 11th,2026
Tradewinds Park – Coconut Creek, FL
Address: 3600 W Sample Road, Coconut Creek, FL 33066
Schedule:
6:30 AM – Vendor Set Up
7:00 AM – Registration Opens
7:30 AM – Warm Up
8:00 AM – 5K Runners Start
8:05 AM – Walkers Start
9:10 AM – Awards & Recognition
10:30 AM – Event Ends
Parking: Free entry! Directions provided at the park gate.
🌟 Event Highlights
$25 Registration for Runners/Walkers
Official 5K Route
Children’s Play Zone
Sponsor Showcase
Fitness, Fun, Food & Entertainment
🏆 Incentives & Rewards
Raise $100 – Earn your exclusive 2026 “STEPS for SOS” T-shirt
Volunteer – Earn community service hours + a Volunteer Tee
Raise $500+ – Become a Champion & unlock surprise perks
Runners – Age group medals for top finishers (10–19, 20–29, 30–39, 40–49, 50–59, 60–69, 70+)
Walkers – Enjoy the route with family, friends, coworkers, or even your leashed pets
Virtual Participants – $25 – Walk or run anywhere! Complete your 5K at your own pace and get your medal + shirt by mail
💜 Get Involved
Whether you run, walk, volunteer, or sponsor, your participation makes an impact.
Every dollar raised helps SOS Children’s Villages Florida provide safe, loving homes and opportunities for children to thrive.
Let’s make every step count — together!
Donate
Your Gift Changes a Life
Even if you cannot attend the 5K, YOU can show up for our youth. Your donation gives children in foster care safety, encouragement & new beginnings.
Therapy. Education. Essentials. Mentorship. Real opportunities for real kids.
DonateHow Your Dollars Are Put to Work
Your support fuels hope. These levels show how far your kindness reaches.
$25 — Birthday Celebration
A cake + ice cream = a child’s special day feels truly special.
$50 — New Sneakers
A child receives brand-new shoes, confidence they can wear.
$100 — Enrichment Activity
Arts, sports, music, passions that grow confidence + joy.
$200 — Tutoring Support
One week of reading + math tutoring for 8 students.
$250 — Groceries for a Week
Food for five children for 7 days
$500 — Graduation Package
Cap, gown, senior photos & yearbook, memories that last forever.
Your gift provides hope, healing & a path forward for a child who needs you.
Event Info
Steps for SOS 5K Run/Walk
Saturday, April 11, 2026
7:30 AM – 10:30 AM at Tradewinds Park
Meet Our Event Chairs
We are excited to have inspiring community leaders championing this year’s Steps for SOS 5K, helping lead our mission and energize our community as we come together for foster youth.
Event Details
Location: Tradewinds Park
Parking: Free entry through the main gate. Volunteers will guide you.
Event Schedule
7:30 AM – Registration Opens
8:00 AM – Morning Warm-up
8:30 AM – 5K Runners Start
8:35 AM – Walkers Start
9:40 AM – Awards Ceremony
10:30 AM – Event Ends
Event Highlights
| ✔️ Professionally chip-timed 5K by AccuChip Timing |
| ✔️ Medals for all registered participants |
| ✔️ Kids Zone & Sponsor Showcase |
| ✔️ Food trucks, music & community fun |
Registration Options
$25 Event Registration (Kids under 12 are FREE) $50 Registration + Medal $300 VIP Entry (Shirt, Medal, Breakfast, VIP Lounge)
Make Your Impact Through Fundraising
Your Fundraising Benchmarks
- $100 — Shirt & Medal
- $250 — Special Incentive Prize
- $500+ — Champion Status (VIP Tent Access)
Course Map
The 5K winds through scenic flat trails, perfect for runners and walkers of all ages.
Can't make it?
Donate HereYour support makes a difference for youth at SOS Children’s Villages Florida.
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Saturday, April 11, 2026
JOIN US!
The 2026 Steps for SOS 5K returns to Tradewinds Park, bringing together runners, walkers, families, and supporters for a joyful morning that fuels stability, healing, and hope for children in foster care.
Register DonateBECOME A PART OF THE MOVEMENT TO CHANGE LIVES
Whether you're interested in beating your best running time, walking with family or co-workers, running with friends, bringing the kids, or cheering from the sidelines, every mile helps transform the lives of children and young adults in foster care.
Run or Walk
Competitive runners, walkers, families, and pets enjoy a scenic timed course and celebration at the finish line.
Official Race Timing
This event is professionally chip-timed by AccuChip Timing, providing accurate results for all runners.
AccuChip.com
Fun Activities
Enjoy music, entertainment, kids' activities, food, a special VIP tent for top fundraisers, and family-friendly fun for all ages.
Swag
Participant medals, award medals for top timed runners, commemorative t-shirts, trophies, and sponsor giveaways!
GOAL: $125,000
Funds support therapy, tutoring, essentials, enrichment and life-skills programs.
Your Impact Snapshot
Every step you take helps children and young adults in foster care feel supported, encouraged, hopeful about their future.
100% Graduation
Village seniors graduate at rates far above national averages.
Support & Stability
Children receive therapy, tutoring, enrichment and life skills.
Next Steps for Young Adults
Teens transitioning out of foster care receive tools & guidance for independence.
About SOS Children’s Villages Florida
SOS Children’s Villages Florida provides safe, stable homes for children and young adults in foster care, giving each child the support they need to grow, heal, and reach their full potential.
When you participate in the Steps for SOS 5K, you help create lasting change for youth in South Florida.
Register
Steps for SOS 5K Registration
Saturday, April 11, 2026
7:30 AM to 10:30 AM at Tradewinds Park
Creating or Joining a Team
Teams make the SOS 5K even more fun and impactful. Whether you’re leading a group or joining friends, setting up a team is easy.
What Team Captains Need to Know
As a Team Captain, you’ll create your team, spread the word, and encourage others to register and fundraise alongside you.
Invite co-workers, family, friends, or your organization to join your team.
How Team Registration Works
Step 1: Register for the SOS 5K
Step 2: Choose to Create a Team or Join a Team during registration
Step 3: Complete payment and you’re officially part of the movement
For Team Captains
Register first, then select Create a Team at the bottom of the registration form. Choose your team name and share it so others can join you.
For Team Members
Click the registration link, select Join a Team at the bottom of the form, choose your team name from the list, and complete registration.
For Solo Runners & Walkers
If you’re participating on your own, simply click the Register button below, choose your registration tier, complete your payment, and you’re ready to go!
Registration Tiers
Run/Walk Basic Registration $25
Includes full access to the 5K event, festival activities, and celebration.
Medal Tier $50
Includes a participant medal plus all festivities.
VIP Experience $300
Shirt, medal, breakfast, preferred seating, cooling towels, and chair massages.
$300 may be donated or earned through fundraising.
Virtual Walk $25
Participate from anywhere. Shirt and medal shipped.
Choose the option that fits you best and join a movement that brings hope and healing to foster youth.
Kids under 12 are FREE
Race Day Experience Includes
✔️ Professionally chip-timed 5K by AccuChip Timing
Enjoy a beautiful, fully timed route through Tradewinds Park.
✔️ Awards & recognition
Celebrate top teams, top fundraisers, and standout runners.
✔️ Food, music & sponsors
Enjoy music, sponsor tents, and entertainment.
✔️ Family-friendly celebration
Games, activities, and fun for all ages.
More than 1,000 participants expected for 2026!
Not able to attend in person?
DonateHave questions about registration, teams, fundraising, or volunteering?
Email UsOr call (954) 420-5030.
Resources
Resources & Information
Everything you need for race day, volunteering, fundraising, and supporting SOS Children’s Villages Florida.
About SOS Children’s Villages Florida
We provide safe homes, healing, education, and long-term support for children and young adults in foster care, helping them build strong futures.
SOS Information & Downloads
Runner Resources
- Packet Pickup: Dates and locations will be emailed and posted on RunSignUp.
- Course Map: A smooth, family-friendly 5K route inside scenic Tradewinds Park.
- Timing Info: Professionally chip-timed with real-time results.
- What to Bring: Race bib, hydration, sunscreen, and your best energy!
Top Tips for Runners
- ✔️ Warm up for 5–10 minutes before the race.
- ✔️ Start slower and increase your pace gradually.
- ✔️ Hydrate early to stay energized.
- ✔️ Keep shoulders relaxed and stride light.
- ✔️ Wear comfortable, broken-in shoes.
- ✔️ Use steady breathing: inhale 2 steps, exhale 2.
- ✔️ Smile across the finish, great for photos!
Fundraising Tips
- Tell a Story – Share why you are participating and how donations will positively impact children in foster care.
Ask People to Donate – Personally ask friends, family, coworkers, and neighbors to support your fundraising efforts.
Use Social Media – Share your fundraising link and story on social media to reach a wider audience.
Ask Again – Follow up with reminders, as people often need more than one request before donating.
Show Gratitude – Thank every donor and let them know how their gift makes a difference.
See more tips below:
- Fundraising Guide (PDF)
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Fundraising Guides & How-To
Sponsors
Partnering with the Steps for SOS 5K is more than a sponsorship, it's an investment in the future of children and young adults in foster care.
Sponsorship
Sponsoring the Steps for SOS 5K allows you to engage your employees in a meaningful way, form a strong community partnership that aligns with your corporate philosophy and outreach objectives, and generate visibility for you as a caring community partner.
Event Audience Snapshot
- • Reaches over 1,000 participants across Broward County
- • Primary age range: 30–55 years old
- • Median household incomes: $300,000+
- • Gender: 58% female / 42% male
- • Majority are married with children in grades K–12
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Together, we are building stronger futures for children in foster care.