DONNA Mother's Day 5K Set for Riverside on May 9, Registration Live

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — The DONNA Mother's Day 5K, a staple Mother's Day weekend tradition, is scheduled for 8 a.m. Saturday, May 9, 2026, at Friday Musicale, 645 Oak St. in the Riverside area. Organized by The DONNA Foundation, founded by three-time breast cancer survivor Donna Deegan, the race is part of the Celebrate Every Mom campaign promoting breast health awareness and support for affected families, according to the foundation's event page at thedonnafoundation.org. Runners and walkers will start from the historic venue, weaving through tree-lined Riverside streets near landmarks like the St. Johns River and Five Points. All finishers receive a lotus flower-themed medal, a finisher shirt, a goodie bag and access to the Athletes' Village for pre- and post-race celebrations with survivorship events and breast health resources. Proceeds directly support the DONNA CareLine for navigation services and the Financial Aid Fund providing financial relief, as detailed on runsignup.com/Race/FL/Jacksonville/DONNAMD5K. Registration remains open online via runsignup.com, with in-person, virtual 5K and 'Your Way' options available. The event, the second in the DONNA Fearless Series presented by Wingard, expects hundreds from the community, building on past sellouts like the 2025 edition. Organizers urge early sign-up as capacity fills quickly. Set against Florida's resilient spirit amid a new tropical depression in the Gulf and recent storm recoveries, the 5K offers Jacksonville residents a positive outlet for health and community building. With state unemployment at a record-low 2.8% fueling local tourism and events, such gatherings underscore Northeast Florida's economic momentum while addressing health needs in an era of rising public safety focus. For details or to register, visit Moms.TheDONNAFoundation.org or runsignup.com/donnamd5k. The DONNA Foundation, established in 2003, continues aiding underserved breast cancer patients across Duval County and beyond.