Erik Hite Foundation Fallen Officer Memorial 5K

The Annual Fallen Officer Memorial 5K/2 Mile Family Walk and Touch A Truck Event hosted by the Erik Hite Foundation is a community-driven gathering aimed at honoring the service and sacrifice of those who have served in law enforcement. This event offers a diverse range of activities suitable for all ages, including an official 5K for competitive participants.

Attendees can enjoy various attractions such as vendors, kids’ crafts, face painting, jumping castles, and a display of vehicles from first responder departments and local businesses. Importantly, all funds raised during this event contribute to the childcare center expansion capital campaign, making it a meaningful and impactful occasion.

The Erik Hite Foundation is a non-profit organization established to memorialize the life and sacrifice of Tucson Police Officer Erik D. Hite, who was killed in the Line-of-Duty on June 2, 2008.

The Erik Hite Foundation supports Southern Arizona’s first responders and their families by providing extended hours childcare/early education, summer camp scholarships, and adult life skills training and counseling for challenges associated with first responder high-risk occupations.