Power of Pizza Charities or “POP” for short is on a mission to inspire youth and adults to participate in sporting events to improve their lives and health while raising funds to support local schools, athletic organizations and child development programs. POP is a non profit 501(c)3 organization with a board of directors and a full schedule of fundraising events on the calendar.
POP’s goal is simple. Make an impact in the community. Let’s see how far we can go!
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Join us at the merriest 1 mile races! Run Run Santa 1 Mile will take place on Saturday, December 17 in Vero Beach and then again on Christmas Eve morning, 12/24 in Viera. Do both races in the Vero to Viera Santa Challenge. Everyone races in a Florida-style Santa suit you receive with your registration. Every finisher receives our fa-la-la-la-fabulous Santa medal this year. Don't miss out running or walking with 100's of other Santas. Lots of awards, prize giveaways and festive food and drink at the post-race party. Santa wants to see you there!
Race dates: Saturday, Dec 17, 2022 (Vero Beach) and Saturday, Dec 24, 2022 (Viera)
One of Brevard's most exciting Challenge races. Run the 10K, 2 Mile or Both in the Slay the Beast Challenge!
The 35th Eye of the Dragon is a challenging USATF certified (FL11120EBM) 10K road race which includes an out and back course over the Eau Gallie Causeway and the Indian River. We're sure you'll find the climb, if not the view, breathtaking. If you're not up to the full 6.1 miles, join us for the Tail of the Lizard 2 Mile. Think you can do more? Run both distances in the Slay the Beast Challenge. You’ll take home 3 medals for 2 challenging races. All will take place under the watchful eye of the dragon!
Race date: Sunday, February 19, 2023
Race location: Eau Gallie Civic Center, Melbourne
Race the ORIGINAL and ONLY 15K in Brevard County! The Space Coast Classic 15K is 9.3 miles of fun racing brought to you by Space Coast Runners and Power of Pizza Charities. It makes a great training run for Spring or Summer half marathons and marathons. Over the years the 15K has run in Melbourne Beach, Indian Harbour Beach and Melbourne with great success and now in south Viera.
If you're not up to the full 15K, join us for the classic 2 Mile. The 2023 race marks the 37th running of the Space Coast Classic. This year every finisher will receive the exclusive Space Coast Classic medal that highlights one of Florida's most infamous wildlife members. You're going to love it.
Race date: Sunday, April 16, 2023
Race location: Quest Elementary, Viera