The Parker Foundation provides free resources to children, teens, and young adults with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD) and special needs and their families through funding and facilitating education, safety, sports and arts programs. The #BeABuddy 5K celebrates the Be a Buddy Initiative which includes our Peer Buddy and Buddy Ambassador program, bullying prevention education, and safety initiatives to connect families with law enforcement and first responders. Enjoy the 5K and Free Family Health and Fitness Expo with trick or treating and adaptive sports around the park; take the Be a Buddy Pledge and sign our giant Unity Banner to show your commitment to kindness and inclusion for all abilities in Brevard County!

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BUDDY5 for $5 off Race Registration for the Be a Buddy 5K Race

Please enjoy $5 off race registration for the Be a Buddy 5K Race being held 10/17/26 at Field of Dreams in West Melbourne! Use the code BUDDY5 at check out when registering through our race website. We look forward to celebrating kindness and inclusion for individuals of all abilities this October!