October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month, a time to raise awareness, support survivors, and recommit ourselves to building safer communities.

At SAFE, we believe every family has the right to live safe, happy, and fulfilled lives. Through innovative programming, sustained commitment, and community prevention education, we are working to build and sustain safer, violence-free communities. Join us for our first annual 5K Run/Walk for Violence-Free Futures and help advance our mission—one step at a time.

This is a fully virtual event, so you can participate from anywhere, at your own pace, and on your own schedule during the month of October. Together, even from different locations, we can inspire hope, raise awareness, and show that lasting change begins with each of us.

How to Participate

• Receive your digital participant bib by email to print at home.

• Complete your challenge anytime during the month of October—outdoors, indoors, on a treadmill, in your neighborhood, or with friends and family.

• Track your distance using a fitness app or device, if you'd like. (Optional.)

• Celebrate your accomplishment by downloading your digital finisher certificate.

• Receive your race medal shipped directly to your home upon completion of the race.

• Buy some race swag (tshirts, hoodies, etc. sold seperately)

• Follow and tag us on social media: @serveatriskfam #SAFESOUTH #violencefreefutures

What Your Registration Includes

By joining the virtual 5K Run/Walk for Violence-Free Futures, you'll receive:

1. A personalized digital participant bib to print and wear during your event.

2. A digital finisher certificate to commemorate your achievement.

3. A race medal sent to your home after completion of the race.

For more information, visit https://www.servingatriskfamilies.org/get-involved/violence-free-futures

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I have to track my time?

No. Tracking your distance or time is completely optional. You may use any fitness watch, treadmill, or mobile app if you'd like, but it is not required to participate.

Do I have to submit my time to receive my medal?

No. Every registered participant will receive their commemorative medal. Time submission is optional and is simply a way to record your accomplishment.

Do I have to complete my challenge all at once?

No. You may complete your chosen distance or activity over multiple days during the event period.

Can I walk instead of run?

Absolutely! Walk, jog, run, roll, or participate in any way that is comfortable and accessible for you. This event is about participation and commitment—not competition.

Can my friends, family, coworkers, or organization participate with me?

Yes! We encourage individuals, families, schools, workplaces, faith communities, and organizations to create or join teams. Team members can participate from different locations and complete their challenges on their own schedules.

Do all team members have to choose the same challenge?

No. Each participant may select the distance or activity that best fits their abilities and goals.

How do I get my participant bib?

Your personalized digital bib will be emailed to you after registration with instructions for downloading and printing it at home.

Is this event competitive?

No. This is a community awareness and fundraising event focused on participation, education, and collective impact. While you're welcome to track your progress, the true measure of success is the difference we make together.

When will medals and shirts ship?

T-shirts will begin shipping before or shortly after the event, depending on registration dates. Commemorative medals are optional and may be purchased separately. Ordering information will be included in your registration confirmation, and shirts will be produced and shipped directly to participants.