SAPD 5K Fun Run Back-to-School Supply Drive & Health Fair

Join us for SAPD’s first-ever 5K Fun Run and Health Fair, benefiting students in your local community. This event is more than just a race—it’s a community-wide back-to-school drive supporting families and the teachers who often pay out-of-pocket to help their students succeed. Instead of a registration fee, each participant is asked to donate a school supply kit valued between $20–$35, packed into a clear or mesh backpack (see flyer). 

The 5K will be officially timed by IAAPWEEB. All runners, walkers, and stroller pushers must wear their bib number on the front for accurate timing and finish line tracking. Waiver forms are required to participate (see runner’s waiver form). 

Not a runner? You can still support the cause without participating in the race. Non-runners can drop off any type of school supply donations at any SAPD substation from June 2 through July 11. 

Prefer to donate money instead of supplies? If you’d like to support the cause with a monetary donation, Blue Cares – SAPOA Outreach will be accepting electronic contributions. Just follow the donation links during 5K registration, which will direct you to the official Blue Cares website. 

Come Cheer & Join the Health Fair! Family, friends, and supporters are invited to cheer on runners and explore the Health Fair during the 5K. The fair will include local gyms, wellness organizations, youth safety programs, and community resource agencies, all offering free information and giveaways. 

Parking is limited, so carpooling is highly encouraged. Be sure to stay prepared for the July heat—bring water, sunscreen, and a hat to stay cool. We also encourage everyone to train ahead of time to ensure a safe and enjoyable run. No alcohol is allowed on school property. EMS and SAPD will be on site, and first aid services will be available. 

Whether you’re racing, walking, or donating—your support helps SAISD students and teachers kick off the school year with the tools they need to succeed. Let’s make this an annual tradition! 

Event Map: https://www.plotaroute.com/route/2967787#google_vignette

Donation Drop-Off & Bib Pickup:

All runners must drop off their donation kit during bib number pickup: 

July 10th: 09:00–13:00 at SAPD Central Substation (515 S. Frio) 

July 11th: 13:00–17:00 at SAPD Central Substation (515 S. Frio) 

Race Day (July 12th): 06:30–08:00 at SAISD Sports Complex (1000 Edwards) 

      

For runners or groups who registered online will have to drop off a bundle of school supplies as they pick up their race bib numbers from Central Substation (515 S Frio SA,TX 78207) during the operational times.
July 10th 09:00 – 13:00 hours    515 S Frio (Central SAPD Substation)
July 11th 13:00 – 17:00 hours    515 S Frio (Central SAPD Substation)
July 12th 06:30 – 08:00 hours    1000 Edwards (SAISD Sports Complex )

For non-runners or groups who wish to donate school supplies—without it counting toward their registration requirement for packet pick-up—donations can be dropped off at designated bins located at all SAPD substations and participating other agencies. Each substation will have a donation bin placed in a publicly accessible area for the school supply drive. These bins are open to anyone or any group wishing to contribute school supplies of any type or quantity.

June 2nd-July 11th 
Central Substation    515 S. Frio St. SA, TX 78207                210-207-7410
ST Mary’s Substation  2020 N. St. Mary's St. SA,TX 78212           210-207-1037
North Substation     13030 Jones Maltsberger Rd. SA, TX 78247     210-207-8126
East Substation       3635 E. Houston St. SA, TX 78219            210-207-7781
South Substation     711 W. Mayfield Blvd. SA, TX 78211          210-207-8191
West Substation      7000 Culebra Rd. SA, TX 78238              210-207-7420
Prue Substation       5020 Prue Rd. SA, TX 78240                210-207-7425

For individuals or groups who prefer to make a monetary donation—either by check or electronically—instructions will be provided through our partner organization, Blue Cares. Donation details will be available on the Blue Cares website and shared during open registration for the 5K.