Description
Come join us in Nocatee at the 13th annual FSM Run With a Mission!
- 5K walk/run
- 10K run
- 1 Mile Fun Run
- Virtual 5K
Run through the beautiful community streets and paved Nocatee Greenway Trails, starting and finishing near the Splash Water Park. Then stick around for our Family Fun Fest, with food, games, and so much fun!
This event supports Faithful Servant Missions in providing for the needs of children in Costa Rica. Specifically, FSM seeks to improve the physical, educational and spiritual health of the communities they serve. For more information on FSM, please visit www.faithfulservantmissions.org.
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The Run With a Mission will be Saturday, February 28nd, 2026. Second Wind Race Timing (www.secondwindtiming.com) will provide professional timing for the 5K and 10K races. Awards will be given for top finishers overall and in various age groups.
This event provides a significant impact in the lives of those we serve with the help of many friends, family, church and business partners. Thank you for your continued support! Together we can help make a difference.
Race Amenities
CUSTOM EVENT SHIRTS:
All runners registered two weeks prior to the race are guaranteed to recieve a custom shirt commemorating the event. All runners registering within two weeks of the race will receive a shirt as supplies permit.
GOODIE BAGS:
All participants will receive a goodie bag with giveaways and vendor/sponsor handouts.
POST RACE CELEBRATION & SILENT AUCTION:
Many of the race sponsors will have booths and tents set up at the post race celebration with fun activities for everyone. In addition there will be a silent auction at the FSM Booth with great items up for bid. Don't forget to bring cash or checks to take part in this great opportunity.
Event Schedule
Packet Pickup
Friday 11:00 - 1:00pm At BEAM (318 7th Avenue N. Jacksonville Beach, FL 32250)
7:00am to 8:15am - Day-of Packet Pickup
7:30am to 8:15am - Day-of Race Registration Open
8:30 am - 5K & 10km Race Start (Late starts accepted till 8:45)
8:35 am - 1 Mile Race Start
9:30 am - Awards Ceremony - 5k
10:00 am - Awards Ceremony - 10k
Course Time Limits
Please note there is a course time limit of 90 minutes for both the 5k and the 10k which equates to the paces listed below. After 90 minutes the course will be closed.
- 5k - 90 Minutes - 29:01 per mile
- 10k - 90 Minutes - 14:30 per mile
Race times and dates are subject to change without notice at any time for any reason. In the event the race time or date is changed or if the race is cancelled, for any reason, there will not be any refunds under any circumstances. In the event of bad weather every effort will be made to conduct the race, however it may be moved to an alternate date, time, or cancelled within hours of the starting time. Please be sure to check the Second Wind Race Timing website and event Facebook page for updates prior to departing to the race for any last minute changes or instructions.
Race Awards
Chip Timing
The race will be chip timed using a bib chip system. All runners must cross the mat at the finish line with their chip properly attached to their clothing to score in the race. Chips do NOT have to be returned at the conclusion of the race at the finish line.
5K RACE AWARDS
5K OVERALL AWARDS:
Men - 1st Place, 2nd Place, 3rd Place
Women - 1st Place, 2nd Place, 3rd Place
5K AGE GROUP AWARDS - 10 YEAR:
Age group awards will be presented to the top three men and the top three women in the following age groups: 0-9, 10-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70 Plus
Angels Division awarded top 1-2-3 (Ainsley's Angels / pushed wheel chair division)
Runners will only receive one award: overall or an age group award. Over All awards will be based off GUN TIME, and Age Group Awards will be based off your individual chip time. Awards must be claimed at the awards ceremony.
10K RACE AWARDS
10K OVERALL AWARDS:
Men - 1st Place, 2nd Place, 3rd Place
Women - 1st Place, 2nd Place, 3rd Place
10K AGE GROUP AWARDS - 10 YEAR:
Age group awards will be presented to the top three men and the top three women in the following age groups: 0-9, 10-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+.
Join A Team
Create or join a team and have more fun running as part of a group. It's a great way make a great event better with a group of friends or family members while running for a great cause.
Virtual Run
Support FSM from anywhere you are!
Run or walk the Virtual 5K anywhere you are and receive the same shirt as if you were running with us! Please note that there are no awards or results for the virtual 5K, just the satisfaction of running for a good cause and the iconic FSM Run t-shirt!
Race Course
6.2 Mile Course
https://www.mapmyride.com/routes/view/5333882257
3.1 Mile Course
https://www.mapmyride.com/routes/view/5333881291
1 Mile Course
1 Mile Course will follow the 5km and 10km courses, with a turn around point at .5 mile. This point is at a 3 way intersection on the green way in the middle of the soccer fields.
Fundraising
Raise some money for a good cause by becoming a fundraiser for FSM Run With A Mission. Details are on the fundraising page. Participants may fundraise as an individual or join a fundraising team.
MANY THANKS TO OUR CORPORATE SPONSORS!
Race Contact Info
Place
Ponte Vedra Beach, FL US 32081
