Cork Media’s Jacksonville, FL
For the
Children
5K
Next date: TBD
A morning run. An afternoon festival. All of it for the kids.
The event
Fitness. Music. Food.
One day.
The day starts with a high-energy morning 5K and fun run, then builds into a large-scale pop-up festival through the afternoon: live DJ sets, guest artists, interactive experiences, and 20+ local vendors and food trucks filling the grounds.
Collaborators like Chick-fil-A and Smoothie King help power the event. What begins as a run turns into an open-air party — but behind the music is a purpose bigger than the event itself.
Why we run
Every mile funds a safe place to grow up.
In parts of Arusha, Tanzania, many young children are sent into overcrowded, poorly supervised schools or left without protection — facing real risks of neglect, abuse, and exploitation. Families struggling with poverty often have no safer alternative. This cause is about a safe haven where children are protected, valued, and given a chance to grow without fear.
- Thousands of dollars raised through a Cork Media led fundraising initiative.
- Helped the school secure official registration as a recognized educational program in Arusha.
- Funded consistent teacher salaries, daily meals, classroom supplies, and facility improvements.
- Kept 25 young children in a protected, structured environment instead of unsafe, overcrowded systems.
Supporting Felicia’s Children Center Foundation, Arusha, Tanzania.
From the archive
The last one.
How the most recent run went down — the day, the decks, the people.
A run that became
a block party.
That day’s lineup
On the decks.
- 9:00 AMNEDDØ
- 11:00 AMStick & Rudder
- 12:00 PMDJ Ferg
And on the grounds, the menu ran deep:
- Chick-fil-A
- Smoothie King
- Mr Taco
- Aloha Hawaiian
- Cup of Job
In photos
Thank you for showing up.
The next one · date TBD
Save your spot.
The next date is being set now. One email puts you on the list for the date, the lineup, and registration.
Or email Info@corkmedia.net with “5K” in the subject, or call or text (630) 360-5011.
Vendors, sponsors, and food trucks — same inbox.