Betty Griffin Center Run for Peace 5k

04/17/2025

In addition to all of our Ambassadors and the Friends of the 5K, we would like to extend our gratitude to our vendors, those working behind the scenes, and those who helped make our event a success.

RaceSmith
Tommy and his team with Acme Barricades lay out and clear up the cones
St. Johns Illuminations – Tables and chairs
Rue Event Rentals — Balloon Peace Sign
Honorable Discharge Portable Latrines
St. Johns County Sheriff’s Office for setting up the traffic boards
Salt Life Food Shack St. Augustine for allowing us to use their parking lot for volunteers
St. Augustine Beach Police Department
Service Pros USA Business Computer Services - shirts, banners, signs, and bags
Wayne Fusco Photography
Bill – ProShow Disc Jockey Service
Ashton Taylor for singing the National Anthem
Jodie and Tom Eck for volunteering to do the warm-up
Wildflower Healthcare for offering First Aid

Vendors and Ambassadors that attended and set up booths at the race:
St Augustine Volkswagen
Main Event
Edward Jones – Ray Berger
Women’s Cares
Safe Families for Children
FL Legal Aid
H.O.P.E. Box
The Bemer Group – offering post-race 8-minute treatments for recovery
Herbie Wiles

Many thanks to our 2025 sponsors!

**Ambassador of Freedom**

Horschel Family Foundation
Campbell Plumbing & Mechanical Contractors Southeast, Inc.
Women's Care

**Ambassador of Peace**

KeHE Cares
Pearmid Property LLC
Cisco

**Ambassador of Love**

Jacksonville Jaguars Foundation
Ponte Vedra Woman's Club Inc.

**Ambassador of Hope**

Ascension St. Vincent’s
Main Event
Hardage Giddens
TruTechnology

**Ambassador of Healing**

Herbie Wiles Insurance
VyStar Credit Union
Volkswagen of St. Augustine
Walmart Foundation
Atlantic Automotive
Edward Jones
State Farm
Omnia Global Partners

**Ambassador of Compassion**

Cool Foods of North Florida
Superior Construction
UF Health St. Johns
BRAVE
SouthState Bank
Norsk Hydro
The Shee Family

**Ambassador of Joy**

B&S Signs
Coldwell Banker Vanguard Nocatee
Ancient City Brewing
Playa Chacmool
Florida Certified Contractors, LLC

**Friends of the 5K**

St. Augustine Beach Police Department
Easy SociAbility
ProShow Disc Jockey Service
Wayne Fusco Photography
Mellow Mushroom
St. Johns County Sheriff's Office
Agile Internet Marketing

04/12/2025

Thanks to The St. Augustine Record for supporting the Betty Griffin Center Run for Peace 5k!

The 2025 Betty Griffin Center's Run for Peace 5k

04/08/2025

Did you lose something at the Betty Griffin Center Run for Peace 5K?

If so, please call our office at (904) 808-8544 and speak to Kenlie to claim your lost and found item.

04/07/2025

The Betty Griffin Center extends its heartfelt gratitude to its sponsors for supporting the 11th Annual Betty Griffin Center Run for Peace 5K Run & Walk this past Saturday in St. Augustine Beach.

Our vision is to promote peace at home, and then the world. All proceeds from this event will help end domestic and sexual abuse in St. Johns County.

Many thanks to our 2025 sponsors!

**Ambassador of Freedom**

Horschel Family Foundation
Campbell Plumbing & Mechanical Contractors Southeast, Inc.
Women's Care

**Ambassador of Peace**

KeHE Cares
Pearmid Property LLC
Cisco

**Ambassador of Love**

Jacksonville Jaguars Foundation
Ponte Vedra Woman's Club Inc.

**Ambassador of Hope**

Ascension St. Vincent’s
Main Event
Hardage Giddens
TruTechnology

**Ambassador of Healing**

Herbie Wiles Insurance
VyStar Credit Union
Volkswagen of St. Augustine
Walmart Foundation
Atlantic Automotive
Edward Jones
State Farm
Omnia Global Partners

**Ambassador of Compassion**

Cool Foods of North Florida
Superior Construction
UF Health St. Johns
BRAVE
SouthState Bank
Norsk Hydro
The Shee Family

**Ambassador of Joy**

B&S Signs
Coldwell Banker Vanguard Nocatee
Ancient City Brewing
Playa Chacmool
Florida Certified Contractors, LLC

**Friends of the 5K**

St. Augustine Beach Police Department
Easy SociAbility
ProShow Disc Jockey Service
Wayne Fusco Photography
Mellow Mushroom
St. Johns County Sheriff's Office
Agile Internet Marketing

04/06/2025

We would like to extend our heartfelt thanks to Wayne Fusco Photography for their support of the 11th Annual Betty Griffin Center Run for Peace 5K!

We truly appreciate our community for standing by survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault, as well as their minor children. Thank you to everyone who participated by running, walking, volunteering, sponsoring, or sharing information about the 5K and the services offered by the Betty Griffin Center.

To see pictures from the race and more to be added soon, go to https://photos.wfpics.org/Special-Events/Betty-Griffin-Center/2025-Run-for-Peace.

04/04/2025

Sign up today for the 11th Annual Betty Griffin Center Run for Peace online by noon or at the Betty Griffin Center Thrift Shoppe, 1961 A1A S, from 4:00 until 7:00 p.m. today. Pre-race sign-up begins at 7:00 a.m. 🏃🏼‍♀️🏃🏼‍♂️🏃🏽☮️

https://runforpeace5k.org/

04/03/2025

The 11th Annual Betty Griffin Center Run for Peace 5k race day is almost here, and we are excited for a fun day at the pier. Registration is open online until noon on Friday, and it will be a beautiful morning! https://runforpeace5k.org/

Race packet pick-up and in-person registration will be on Friday, April 4th, from 4:00 until 7:00 p.m. at the Betty Griffin Center Thrift Shoppe, 1961 A1A South, St. Augustine, at the corner of A1A and SR 312.

Race Day, Saturday, April 5th, begins at 6:30 a.m. at the St. Augustine Beach Pier near the start/finish line. Same-day registration will be available.

Parking on race day is limited and first come, first served. Parking (including handicapped parking) will be available at the pier, 16th Street, and public lots along A1A.

Arrive early to secure a spot, and we recommend carpooling. Please allow enough time to park and walk to the pier before the race. Due to safety and the number of runners, we cannot allow late entries after the 8:00 a.m. start time.

We welcome you to stay for awards and prizes immediately following the final runner. Post-race refreshments will be available.

04/02/2025

If you were waiting for a sign, this is it! It's almost time to 🏃🏽‍♂️🏃‍♀️🏃‍♀🏃🏾‍♀️☮️

Sign up today for the 11th Annual Betty Griffin Center Run for Peace 5k Run & Walk on Saturday, April 5th, at 8:00 a.m. at the St. Johns County Pier!

The Run for Peace is for everyone! Not a runner or a walker? We need volunteers, too. Sign up today to run, walk, or volunteer at https://runforpeace5k.org. 💜💜💜

Join us in supporting our vision of peace at home and in the world! All proceeds raised will help end domestic and sexual abuse in St. Johns County.

04/01/2025

April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month!

Prevention starts with awareness, education, and action. Together, we can create safer communities for all.

If you're experiencing abuse or have been abused, please call the Betty Griffin Center 24-hour crisis hotline at (904) 824-1555 or text us at https://bettygriffincenter.org by clicking on the blue icon.

03/29/2025

The 11th Annual Betty Griffin Center Run/Walk for Peace 5K will take place on Saturday, April 5th, at 8:00 a.m. at the St. Johns County Pier, located at 350 A1A Beach Blvd.

Register now to receive a t-shirt and a finisher medal! We are excited to unveil the commemorative t-shirt for the 11th anniversary of the Run for Peace in 2025!

Join us for this community event as we unite against domestic violence and sexual assault. Participants, including runners, walkers, strollers, leashed dogs, and volunteers, are all welcome to take part. To register or for more information, please visit www.runforpeace5k.org.

You can sign up as an individual or as part of a team. Teams can consist of friends, family members, and co-workers who run or walk together to raise awareness and funds in support of victims of domestic and sexual abuse.

03/22/2025

Sign up today for the 11th Annual Betty Griffin Center Run for Peace 5K on Saturday, April 5th, at 8:00 a.m. at the St. Johns County Pier, 350 A1A Beach Blvd.

Runners, walkers, strollers, leashed dogs, and volunteers are welcome to participate. To register or for more information, go to www.runforpeace5k.org.

Whether you're an experienced runner, walker, or just starting out, this is the perfect opportunity to challenge yourself, support your community, and have fun! We can't wait to see you at the starting line!

Proceeds will help Betty Griffin Center save the lives of domestic and sexual abuse survivors in St Johns County.

03/15/2025

Join us for the 11th Annual Betty Griffin Center Run/Walk for Peace 5k on Saturday, April 5th, at 8:00 a.m. at the St. Johns County Pier, 350 A1A Beach Blvd.

The race is open to people of all ages, and both runners and walkers, strollers and leashed dogs are welcome.

Join us in supporting our vision of peace at home and in the world! Every step you take in this race is a step towards ending domestic and sexual abuse in St. Johns County. Learn more and sign up to run, walk, volunteer, or sponsor this meaningful community event at www.runforpeace5k.org.