Together.As.One

10/13/2023

As we reflect on this event, we are reminded why we call it “Together As One.” On September 11th, 2001, the coordinated attacks on this country killed 3,000 innocent people and injured over 6,000 and to this day, is still referred to as “…the worst attack against the homeland in our nations history. (www.state.gov)”

While the organizers of those attacks developed them in an effort to pull our nation apart, what happened instead was the greatest display of the human spirit and resilience. It is in that spirit and for the memory of the first responders who lost their lives that we remembered, ran, and celebrated our freedom, 22 years later.

🇺🇸❤️We hope this video inspires and reconnects all who participated and made this event a success - as sponsors, organizers, vendors, runners, cheerleaders, families, and community members - We thank you from the bottom of our hearts and can’t wait till next year!❤️🇺🇸

📸 & 🎥 Credit: MPS Fine Art Photography

09/23/2023

Now THAT’S an entrance!

09/23/2023

22 minutes until race!

09/23/2023

Just hours away from the big day! The stage is literally set for a beautiful day in Downtown Apopka☀️ We hope you join us for the Together.As.One 5K & Festival as we honor those who made the ultimate sacrifice during the 9/11 terrorist attacks 💝

Armando Borjas Jr. Scholarship Foundation
Propagate Social House
FASTSIGNS
Hall's On 5th
Main Street Apopka
Kasheta Farms, Inc.
Apopka Area Chamber of Commerce
Positive Vibes - Marketing, Event Planning
Apopka Fire Department
Apopka Police Department
City of Apopka Government

09/16/2023

Thanks to our friends at Publix, runners participating in our annual 9/11 Memorial 5k will stay fully hydrated throughout the course!💧There's still a few days to sign up for this race! Visit www.9-11memorialrun.com to sign up your group.
After the race, join us in downtown Apopka on September 23rd from 10AM-6PM for live music, food trucks, shopping, a kid zone, and more! There is something for everyone at this event! See you on 5th Street!

09/16/2023

We are just 🥳 ONE WEEK 🥳 away from the "Together As One" 5k & Festival! Happening next Saturday, September 23rd on 5th Street in downtown Apopka. With performances by Tre Jones, Sean Holcomb, & Chris Rodriguez! All to benefit the Armando Borjas Jr. Scholarship Foundation👨‍🚒 We and our presenting sponsor, Orlando Health, hope to see you there!

09/15/2023

A warm "thank you" goes out to Shànt Wellness for their sponsorship of our festival entertainment! We are looking forward to Sean Holcomb's performance! 🎼
Join us in downtown Apopka on September 23rd from 7AM-6PM to cheer on the racers and enjoy live music, food trucks, shopping, a touch-a-truck zone, and more! There is something for everyone at this event! See you on 5th Street!

09/15/2023

To our friends at Bichler & Longo, PLLC, thank you for your support of this event and the Armando Borjas Jr. Scholarship Foundation!
Join us in downtown Apopka on September 23rd from 7AM-6PM to cheer on the racers and enjoy live music, food trucks, shopping, a touch-a-truck zone, and more! There is something for everyone at this event! See you on 5th Street!

09/15/2023

Extending a big "Thank you" to our local Sonny's BBQ for your support of the 9/11 Memorial 5k! Looking forward to seeing you all there 🙌
Join us in downtown Apopka on September 23rd from 7AM-6PM to cheer on the racers and enjoy live music, food trucks, shopping, a touch-a-truck zone, and more! There is something for everyone at this event! See you on 5th Street!

09/14/2023

📣 RAFFLE ITEM 📣 Enter for you chance to win a 2-pack to see Jelly Roll in Tampa on October 14th.
🤔 How to enter? If you've registered to run in our 5k on Saturday, come to packet pick-up on Thursday and take advantage of special ticket pricing - 2 tickets for $10. OR find us at the raffle table on Saturday and buy your tickets then - 1 for $10.

09/14/2023

We appreciate all those who have supported the efforts to put this incredible and historic event together, and today we thank LCL McDonald’s! Your support has helped make this event special 🤩
NEXT SATURDAY! September 23rd, 5th Street downtown Apopka. Festival runs from 9AM-6PM. See you there for live music, food trucks, shopping, a kids-fun-zone, and a touch-a-truck zone!

09/14/2023

Thank you, AdventHealth Apopka for rising to the call and sponsoring our musical entertainment for our festival! We are grateful for your support!🙏
Join us in downtown Apopka on September 23rd from 7AM-6PM to cheer on the racers and enjoy live music, food trucks, shopping, a touch-a-truck zone, and more! There is something for everyone at this event! See you on 5th Street!

09/13/2023

🥳Next Saturday!🥳

09/12/2023

From the planning committee, a heartfelt "Thank you" goes out to the presenting sponsor of the 2023 "Together As One" 5k Memorial Run & Festival, Orlando Health 🤩 We are blessed to have your support!
Join us on September 23rd from 7AM-6PM for this historic downtown Apopka event as we cheer on the racers and enjoy live music, food trucks, shopping, kid-fun-zones, and more!

09/11/2023

"It was the worst day we had ever seen, but it brought out the best in all of us" - Senator John Kerry

08/31/2023

📢FINAL 2 DAYS📢 to register before the price increases on September 2nd‼️Walk, jog, or run for only 💰$30 (students, $20)💰in this historic race on September 23rd. This 3rd annual 9/11 memorial race, benefiting the Armando Borjas Jr. Scholarship Foundation, will be the very first 5k run in downtown Apopka!

👇🏼Register here👇🏼
www.9-11memorialrun.com

Then stay after the race for the Together.As.One 5K & Festival!

08/29/2023

Order your "Together As One" swag today!
👇Click link in comments👇
Pick-up at Three Odd Guys Brewing on Fridays!
Sizes run true to size 🤩

08/26/2023

On , Miley wants to remind you to sign for the 5k and festival 9-11memorialrun.com

08/24/2023

"When your legs can't run anymore, run with your heart."
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Register for the 3rd annual "Together As One 5k 9/11 Memorial Run," benefitting the Armando Borjas Jr. Scholarship Foundation by visiting www.9-11memorialrun.com
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September 23rd, 2023
Opening Ceremony:: 7:15am
Race Start Time:: 8:00am
Location:: 5th Street, downtown Apopka

08/22/2023

What's better than seeing youngsters enjoy exercising outdoors?! Don't forget to register your littles for the race by👇clicking on the link below👇

www.9-11memorialrun.com

👨‍🚒 Last year, Armando Borjas Sr. handed out the awards from the children's race. A very special moment filled with happiness, hope, and healing🧡

08/21/2023

☀️🌴 Beat the heat at the festival in our VIP exclusive section
🥂 Limited space available so reserve your spot now
:: Table and chairs for 8 people :: 👇Click link below👇

https://checkout.square.site/merchant/ML5JWR7X1G9RK/checkout/23CCZ63HCIVSVM2ZCXY6XTDA

08/19/2023

👩🏻‍🚒On average it can cost as much as $7000 to put a student through Firefighter/EMT School. Our mission is to cover 100% of that cost, but we can’t do it alone.

🫶🏽Will you be our SOCIAL HERO?
⏩ It’s easy! Follow the instructions below.

08/18/2023

08/18/2023

😎 See your business here!😎 The highly anticipated "Together.As.One 5k & Festival" in Downtown Apopka is almost here and we are lining the festival with banners from sponsors, just like you!

👍 Not in Apopka? No problem!
👍 Banner sponsor is only $250
👍 Customizable with logo, etc.
👍 100% tax-deductible donation
👍 Supports a worthy cause

Click the link below to start your order and HURRY! Banners must be ordered by September 1st!

https://checkout.square.site/merchant/ML5JWR7X1G9RK/checkout/AZZXJXFUDHF4E5ZJZFR3OMMB

08/11/2023

When we began the Armando Borjas Jr Scholarship 10 years ago we were just a couple firefighters mourning the unspeakable loss of our brother, who was quite simply, larger than life. Our dream was to honor, and celebrate his life by providing a way for individuals with the same passion and love of the calling, to receive the education to become a first responder.

For us, It has been so much more than that. It paved a way through the wilderness of grief, and gave us hope, strength, and courage to press on. It has opened opportunities, created lifelong friendships with an unbreakable bond, and has brought healing not only to our Apopka brotherhood, but to our brothers and sisters across State and National lines. It’s difficult to convey to an outsider the challenges we are faced with on any normal day, but it’s impossible to convey the magnitude of grief when one of our own is taken from us.

Still, even in all of this we never could have possibly imagined or anticipated that we would be able to bear witness to the original dream of this foundation coming full circle and reminding us of our WHY. Our hearts are overwhelmed with pride, and joy, and gratitude to everyone who made this foundation what It is today because our latest recipient of the Armando Borjas Jr. Scholarship is none other than Armando’s remarkable daughter, Adriana Borjas. What an extraordinary gift It has been to watch his legacy carried forward by his very own daughter!

We could not be more grateful that we have been able to witness her grow to be the most beautiful reflection of her Father. We are so proud of you Adriana! You are our family forever, and we know how proud your Dad has been, and will always be of the person you are today! We love you and will continue to walk with you, and encourage you through every step of the way!!

A special thank you to our friends at Orlando Medical Institute for helping us with making this dream become a reality for Adriana and their continued support of our foundation!

08/04/2023

Are you interested in being a Sponsor?
There are still a few spots left.
Tag a business that would love to support this amazing cause.

Reach out to Caitlin Kasheta at Kasheta Farms, Inc. to learn more!

All proceeds go to benefit Armando Borjas Jr. Scholarship Foundation which help fund scholarships for future Fire Fighters.

07/27/2023

Please join us on Saturday, September 23, 2023 for an all day memorial event to remember the victims and honor the heroes of the events that took place on 9/11.

🇺🇸Opening ceremony to be held at City Hall and include tribute & moment of silence.

🇺🇸The 5k will begin on 5th street with

🇺🇸 Games. Music. Food Trucks. Vendors. Touch A Truck Demonstrations and more till 6PM

🇺🇸 All proceeds go directly to benefit the Armando Borjas Jr. Scholarship Foundation

Link in comments to sign up for the 5k

🫶🏽 Special thanks to our organizers.
FASTSIGNS
Main Street Apopka
Kasheta Farms, Inc.
Apopka Area Chamber of Commerce
Propagate Social House
Apopka Run Club
City of Apopka Fire Department