Suit up. Show up. Save lives.

Held during National Suicide Prevention Week, the HBOT4Heroes’ Run 4 Their Lives 5K isn’t just a race—it’s a call to action. A moment to honor those we’ve lost. A rally to support those still fighting. A mission to bring real hope to real people.

Every step you take helps raise funds for HBOT4Heroes, a nonprofit delivering Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBOT)—a life-saving treatment for those battling traumatic brain injuries, PTSD, and suicidal ideation. This includes veterans, first responders, survivors, and everyday heroes who deserve a second chance.

Why We Run

Because 44 veterans die by suicide every day.
Because first responders are burning out and falling through the cracks.
Because people you know—and people you love—may be fighting silent battles.

We run to say: You are not forgotten. You are not alone. And we are not done fighting.

About the Race

This is a superhero-themed, family-friendly, and fully inclusive 5K event near Raleigh, NC.
Walk it. Run it. Roll it. Wear a cape. Bring a stroller. Invite your dog. Everyone is welcome.

As you register you can:

Dedicate a cape to your personal hero at the Cape Station
Add a Tribute Trail sign in honor, memory, or support of someone who matters to you
Create a team and raise funds together
Run virtually from anywhere in the world

Sounds By DJ Deyon

DJ Deyon is an up-and-coming open-format DJ based in the Raleigh-Durham area, known for his seamless genre-blending sets that keep the crowds moving. With strong ties to HBOT4Heroes, Deyon brings a vibrant musical flair to community events and live venues.

Why It Matters

HBOT is giving people back their lives. It's restoring clarity, reducing suicidal thoughts, healing trauma, and offering hope when nothing else has worked.

And yet, most people who need it can't access it.
THAT'S why we run. To fund treatment. To fight for access. To save lives.

This isn't just about miles - It's about meaning. We Run for Their lives - because every step and every dollar can help save one.

We are Excited to Have 94.7 QDR as Our Exclusive Media Partner!

We’re proud to announce that 94.7 QDR is our exclusive media partner for this year’s event!

QDR is helping us share our mission and spread the word about the fight to stop veteran suicide, reaching listeners all across the Triangle. Their support is helping us make an even greater impact — and we’re honored to have them on our team!

Registration Prices:

5K Race, 5K Fun Run / Walk or Virtual 5K:

Age 13 +
- $35 through Sept 12
- $40 on race day
Age 6-12
- $20 through Sept 12
- $25 on race day
Age 5 & Under Free! (no need to register)

This isn’t just about miles. It’s about meaning. We Run for Their Lives—because every step, and every dollar, can help save one.

Parking

We anticipate a full event—please carpool when possible.

No parking on White Oak Church Road.

SHUTTLES AVAILABLE — Complimentary shuttles will run between overflow parking lots and the event site.
Shuttle vehicles proudly provided by Johnson Lexus.

Volunteers will guide you to:

Main Lot: White Oak Church Road Access (may fill up 45 min before start)
1305 White Oak Church Road, Apex, NC
Overflow Lots:
1. Young Scholars Academy
  4505 Dominion Crst Dr, Apex, NC
2. White Oak Baptist Church
  1621 White Oak Church Rd, Apex, NC

Volunteer shuttle drivers will be on-site at overflow lots to transport participants to and from the start line. Participants may also walk from the overflow lots if they prefer.

Be a Hero — Volunteer on Race Day!

It takes a community of heroes to make the HBOT4Heroes Run 4 Their Lives 5K a success. From setting up the course to cheering on runners at the finish line, our volunteers are the heart of Race Day.

Whether you can help for a few hours or the whole event, your time and energy directly support our mission to stop veteran suicide and restore lives naturally.

Sign up now to join our volunteer team!

Add-On Meaning to Your Miles

This isn’t just a race—it’s your chance to show up for someone who matters.

Whether you're running for a loved one lost, someone still fighting, or your own healing journey, we invite you to make your participation deeply personal.

Our Cape Dedication, Tribute Trail Posters, and Virtual Tribute Signs give you the opportunity to honor, remember, or celebrate the people who inspire your steps.

These stories turn a 5K into a mission.
They turn participants into heroes.
They remind us why every step counts.

Choose how you want to carry your message on race day—or from wherever you are.
Your story belongs on this trail.
Because We Run for Their Lives—and now, you can too.

Cape Dedication Add-on: $15.00

Be a hero. Honor a hero. Become a hero: This special add-on includes a superhero cape and access to our Cape Dedication Station, where you can personalize your cape—whether you are running for a loved one lost, someone still fighting, or your own healing journey.
- Use your cape to:
  - Dedicate it to someone meaningful—past or present
  - Design your superhero alter-ego—create your own name, symbol, or mantra
  - Turn your back into a badge of courage—because every step tells a story
- Details:
  - Available for participants of all ages
  - Visit the Cape Station on race day to decorate your cape using our fabric markers
  - Prefer to design at home? Early pick-up is available before race day
  - Quantities are limited—grab your cape early and wear your mission with pride!

Tribute Trail Poster Add-on: $20.00

Honor their memory. Celebrate their strength. Share your story.
Purchase a personalized tribute sign to be displayed along the Tribute Trail—a powerful stretch of the race course dedicated to the people who move us to run.
- This is more than a memorial. It’s a path lined with stories of:
  - Loved ones lost to suicide
  - Veterans and first responders still fighting
  - Survivors of trauma and mental illness
  - Children battling illness
  - Friends, mentors, or even yourself
  - Whether you're running in memory, in celebration, in support, or in survival, this is your chance to say: “I run for _____.”
- Each tribute includes:
  This trail is sacred. Each sign is a story. These signs turn a race into a movement. Your story belongs on the trail.

Virtual Tribute Sign: $10.00

Honor from anywhere. Share your message. Join the movement.
Can’t be there in person? You can still be part of the Tribute Trail. With a Virtual Tribute Sign, you can upload a dedication—from across the street or across the country—to honor someone who inspires your steps.
- Each virtual tribute includes:
  - Name of your hero, loved one, or inspiration
  - A short message (e.g., “Still fighting,” “Forever missed,” “Running for Mom”)
  - Optional photo
  - Inclusion in the online memory & honor wall
  This is for remote supporters, long-distance family members, and anyone who believes in the power of showing up—even virtually.
  
  Add your voice to the trail. Your story still belongs here.

Already Registered? Purchase an Add-On HERE

Costume Contest

Bring the hero vibes and dress to impress! Capes, masks, and full-blown superhero transformations—all are welcome.

Come to the race in costume and we’ll be watching for the best-dressed heroes on the course! Winners will be announced at the finish line.

Prizes Provided by Pace Yourself Run Company:

- $150 Gift Card for 1st Place
- $100 Gift Card for 2nd Place

Suit up and show us your superpowers!

Packet Pickup at Extivita

Friday, September 12, 2025 | 3:00–7:00 PM
Location: Extivita – 2012-D TW Alexander Drive, Durham, NC 27709

Skip the race day line—grab your bib and shirt early at Extivita!
Whether you're running in memory, in support, or just showing up in your cape, we’ll be there to get you ready for mission day.