# 21st District "Be the One" 5K Run/Walk

- **When:** Fri, Oct 9, 2026 · 7:00 PM CDT
- **Where:** 1600 1st Avenue S, Birmingham, AL, 35233
- **Event page:** https://runthis.run/event/rs-209131-21st-district-be-the-one-5k-run-walk

## Registration

Register on the event's own site: https://runsignup.com/Race/AL/Birmingham/21stDistrictBeTheOne5KRunWalk?aflt_token=58wBqomPr6bPwa1YDhuKo0IQvrNCjzTq

## Description

The American Legion, 21st District "Be the One" 5K Run/Walk is a 501(c3) non-profit event intended the bring advocacy and awareness to the number one issue facing veterans today, "SUICIDE."   Alabama records over 120 veteran suicides annually, accounting for roughly 18% of all suicide deaths in the state, while veterans make up only about 9.1% of the population. Factors such as age, gender, homelessness, and mental health play a significant role in the persistent issue of veterans' suicide that plagues our communities.  Jefferson County has implemented a specialized veteran mental health initiative due to elevated risk levels in this area. If you or a veteran you know is in crisis, immediate help is available 24/7.Dial: 988 and press 1 for the Veterans Crisis Line or Text: 838255 to connect with a VA responder.

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Source: [https://runthis.run/event/rs-209131-21st-district-be-the-one-5k-run-walk](https://runthis.run/event/rs-209131-21st-district-be-the-one-5k-run-walk) — data from Run This (runthis.run).