Shatter the Stigma 5k
Run/Walk to Raise Awareness for Psychedelics
Our Sponsors
About the Race
Description
Join us Sunday, February 23, 2025, for the 1st Shatter the Stigma 5K Run/Walk as we recognize the promising potential of psychedelics for mental health treatment and beyond. According to recent RAND report 8 million Americans took psychedelics in the past year. This is 2.5 million more users than 2019 estimates of 5.5 million users. As new research comes out and public perception shifts, more and more people will use psychedelics. We will run/walk to raise awareness and reduce harm and stigma reduction through education and resources in this quickly growing area of treatment.
On the morning of Sunday, February 23rd runners and walkers of all abilities, advocates, and affected individuals will come together on the beautiful grass area at Florida International University, Graham Center Lawns. Money raised will support Zendo Project and Fireside Project, ensuring that the general public have the tools to navigate psychedelics so we can live, grow, and be healthy together.
This will be our first event but we hope to serve the people that need it most and create an environment in which continued research can be done. This substance (psychedelics) are often stigmatized, understood as negative, we hope to to bring to light the potential positives and facilitate responsible discussion. Funds raised through 5K registrations and fundraising efforts of teams and individuals will support operations of the Zendo Project & Fireside Project; including care services at events around the country, helping anyone in need of emotional support.
Further your impact by setting up a team in honor of a loved one or friend. You can also invite people to join you at the 5K or donate to our fundraising page. All donations are tax deductible (as allowable by law) and go directly to support operations at these two organizations. Click/Tap on the “Sign Up” Button to get started. If you would like to set up an “umbrella” team that allows others to set up a team under your team, please contact us at fiupyshcedelicsclub@gmail.com.
Thank you to our generous sponsors!
Prizes
Group Awards
Male/Female
1st - Free Competitor Ticket for Next Charity Run + 1st place medal
2nd - 2nd place medal
3rd - 3rd place medal
Race Day Schedule
6:30am to 8:00am - Race Day registration and packet-pickup
8:10am - Pre-race warm up
8:30am – 5K Run/Walk Starts
9:30am - Post Race Event opens to public.
Race Amenities
Race Day from at 6:30 am to 8:15 am at the Race Site; Athletes will receive race bib number and event t-shirt (while supplies last)
- Completion Medals (while supplies last)
- Snacks & Drinks (while supplies last)
Heat Warning
Temperature/humidity can be high in South Florida. Participants should drink plenty of fluids(non-alcoholic) for 48 hours prior to, during and upon finishing the race. Beware of heat-injury symptoms (Dizziness, no sweating, nausea, cramps, redness, incoherent speech and thoughts). Seek immediate assistance if symptoms occur. Wear loose, light colored clothing.
Location
Florida International University Modesto Monique Campus Graham Center Lawns - Graham Center Ballrooms, 11200 SW 8th St, Miami, FL 33174
Post Race
Hang out and chill as we create a welcoming environment to learn about psychedelics
Course Map
Location
Benefiting Charities
Key Projects of the Year
Educational Content
Weekly Content teaching people about psychedelics
Charirt Run - Sign Up
Raise $5000 for harm reduction resources in the psychedelic world through the Zendo Project and the Fireside Project.
Denver, Colorado
Club trip to the world's largest conference on this topic, Psychedelic Science 2025.
Cannadelic Miami 2025
Volunteer at Cannadelic Miami 2025!
Volunteer at the Charity Run
Join our growing community of over 200 members at FIU, and make an impact. There are numerous ways to help out.
Contact Information
fiupsychedelicclub@gmail.com
or DM us on Instagram @FIUSPS