Be the One 5K - Birmingham
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21st District "Be the One" 5K Run & Walk - Birmingham
The American Legion, 21st District organizes a community run and walk in Birmingham to raise advocacy and awareness about veteran suicide. The event is presented by a 501(c)(3) non-profit and lists the course distance as 3 Miles. The location is 1600 1st Avenue S, Birmingham, AL 35233.
The event frames veteran suicide as the primary issue it addresses and notes Alabama records over 120 veteran suicides annually, representing roughly 18% of all suicide deaths in the state while veterans make up about 9.1% of the population. The description names age, gender, homelessness, and mental health as contributing factors to this persistent issue. Jefferson County is identified as having elevated risk levels and has implemented a specialized veteran mental health initiative in response.
Registration information includes an opening date of July 4, 2026 and online registration that ends October 8, 2026. A registration fee of $35.00 is listed, and onsite registration will be available during the event. Immediate help for veterans in crisis is available 24/7 via the Veterans Crisis Line or by text to connect with a VA responder. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
