Uptown 5K on the Runway 2021

Updated on 11/21/2023 11:35 AM

On Saturday November 20th, 2021, FXE partnered with the Trustbridge Hospice Foundation to host the 3rd annual Uptown 5K on the Runway event. This year’s event had over 700 attendees and raised over $83,000 in donations, which surpassed its projected goal of $75,000. This charitable cause aligned with National Aviation History Month and National Hospice and Palliative Care Month. On behalf of Mayor Dean Trantalis, FXE Airport Director Rufus James presented a proclamation proclaiming the month of November 2021, National Hospice and Palliative Care Month, in recognition of the significance of this partnership and community event.