From the 2650 Foundation
In Summary:
Held during the 15 days Austin Duran spent hospitalized following his line-of-duty injury in 2022, the campaign transforms remembrance into community action through a series of meaningful events. Activities include a quiet tribute, meals for firefighters and EMTs, a Chipotle fundraiser, the Duran: 2650 Hero Workout, and the annual Run for Hope 5K. Organizers encourage residents to participate, volunteer, donate, or host their own fundraiser in support of the Foundation's mission.
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The 2650 Foundation is proud to announce the return of its annual 15 Days of Hope campaign, a community-wide initiative honoring the life and legacy of fallen Apopka Firefighter Austin Duran while giving back through service, remembrance, and support for first responders.
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Held during the 15 days Austin spent in the hospital following his line-of-duty injury in 2022, this year’s campaign will feature several events designed to bring the community together and inspire acts of hope.
2026 15 Days of Hope Events Include:
June 30: A Quiet Tribute – A come-and-go event where community members can pay their respects, leave flowers, and reflect at the location where Austin was injured.
Feed Our Firefighters Initiative – Community members, businesses, elected officials, and organizations provide meals to local firefighters and EMTs.
July 8: Chipotle Fundraiser Night – A community dining event supporting The 2650 Foundation’s mission.
July 11: Duran: 2650 Hero Workout – The 4th annual community workout event hosted in partnership with The Oak, bringing participants together to honor Austin through fitness, perseverance, and fellowship.
July 12: Run for Hope 5K – The campaign’s signature event, bringing together runners, walkers, families, firefighters, and supporters to honor Austin’s legacy while raising funds for firefighter training and education.
“15 Days of Hope is our way of turning loss into action,” said the Duran family. “Through these events, we honor Austin’s legacy, support our firefighters, and continue giving back to the community that has supported us.”
The Foundation invites community members to participate, volunteer, donate, or start their own fundraiser as part of the campaign.
Key Points:
- Honoring Austin Duran: The campaign commemorates the life and legacy of fallen Apopka firefighter Austin Duran through service and community engagement.
- Meaningful timeline: The initiative is held during the 15 days Duran spent in the hospital following his line-of-duty injury in 2022.
- Community events: The campaign features a quiet tribute, the Feed Our Firefighters initiative, a Chipotle fundraiser, the Duran: 2650 Hero Workout, and the Run for Hope 5K.
- Supporting first responders: Funds raised help advance firefighter training and education while supporting local first responders.
- Get involved: Community members are encouraged to volunteer, participate in events, donate, or organize their own fundraiser during the campaign.
For more information, visit http://www.the2650foundation.org/events or contact the2650foundation@gmail.com
