By 8:00 a.m. on October 11, 2025, Bell Tower Shops was already a sea of pink. More than 375 runners and walkers, joined by hundreds of spectators, sponsors, and vendors, gathered for the Partners Pink Run Fort Myers — part of the 2025 Bell Tower Race Series presented by Worthington Realty and organized by Apex Promoz.
The event supported Partners for Breast Cancer Care, a Southwest Florida nonprofit that provides free screenings, diagnostics, and treatment for uninsured and underinsured residents. This race united neighbors around a cause that has touched nearly every family in our community.
Key Takeaways (TL;DR)
- Date and Location: October 11, 2025, at Bell Tower Shops in Fort Myers
- Participation: 5K run and 1-mile walk with more than 375 participants
- Beneficiary: Partners for Breast Cancer Care, providing free screenings and treatment across Southwest Florida
- Community Impact: Supported local businesses like Tap 42, Fleet Feet, and others in the plaza
- Series Connection: Part of the 2025 Bell Tower Race Series, presented by Worthington Realty
A Morning of Pink and Purpose in Fort Myers
The Partners Pink Run transformed Bell Tower Shops into a place of strength and solidarity. Families, survivors, and supporters filled the plaza with pink shirts, tutus, and ribbons that turned a typical Saturday morning into something special.
The race offered two ways to participate — a timed 5K run and a relaxed 1-mile walk — both designed to include everyone. Runners set personal records, families strolled together, and survivors received cheers that carried through the shops.
It reminded everyone why the cause matters. For many, the connection was personal; almost everyone there knew someone who has faced breast cancer — a friend, a coworker, or a family member. As the morning began, seeing hundreds of people showing up before sunrise made that shared reality visible. In the end, it became a moment of hope and a reminder that this community still believes in taking care of one another.
Supporting Partners for Breast Cancer Care
All proceeds from the event went to Partners for Breast Cancer Care, a nonprofit serving Lee, Collier, Charlotte, Hendry, and Glades counties. The organization receives no government funding — every mammogram, diagnostic test, and treatment they provide depends on donations and events like this one.
Over the past decade, Partners for Breast Cancer Care has funded more than 7,400 procedures, helping over 4,600 people access lifesaving care. For some, that early detection was the difference between uncertainty and survival.
At Worthington Realty, we recognize how deeply this cause runs through Southwest Florida. Like many in our community, our team knows people who have faced breast cancer, including within our own families. The Partners Pink Run gave us a chance to stand with our neighbors and support the Fort Myers community we serve.
Bell Tower Businesses Keep the Energy Going
Events like the Partners Pink Run bring lasting energy to Bell Tower Shops. After the finish line, participants lingered over breakfast, coffee, and conversation. Tap 42 opened early for racers, while many visited Fleet Feet afterward to cool down and chat.
The event was made possible through the support of local partners who share that same community spirit. Alongside presenting sponsor Worthington Realty, contributors included SERVPRO Team Zubricky, Lee Health, Coastal Women’s Wellness, and Next Plumbing & Air—plus many others who helped make race day run smoothly.
These events bring new faces into local shops and strengthen the relationships that keep Fort Myers connected. That spirit defines the Bell Tower Race Series. Each event connects health, local business, and community support.
Why Worthington Realty Presents the Bell Tower Race Series
Worthington Realty has been part of Fort Myers since 1989, helping families find homes and feel rooted in their neighborhoods. Sponsoring the Bell Tower Race Series helps us support local businesses and community causes throughout Southwest Florida.
The 2025 Bell Tower Race Series included five themed races, each tied to a local restaurant and a meaningful cause. From McGregor’s Kilts & Kilometers Run in March to Cantina’s CincoRita Run in May, the Run Like a Kid 5K in September, and the Partners Pink Run in October, each event brought hundreds of people together for fun, fitness, and purpose.
The series concludes December 13 with Rockin’ Around the Bell Tower, celebrating a year of Fort Myers community support.
FAQs About the Partners Pink Run and the Bell Tower Race Series
The event took place on Saturday, October 11, 2025, at Bell Tower Shops in Fort Myers, located at 13499 S. Cleveland Avenue. The 5K started at 8:00 a.m., followed by the 1-mile walk at 8:10 a.m. Parking was free throughout the plaza near McGregor’s Public House, Tap 42, and Fleet Feet.
All proceeds benefit Partners for Breast Cancer Care, a Southwest Florida nonprofit. It funds free screenings, diagnostics, and treatment for uninsured and underinsured residents across Lee, Collier, Charlotte, Hendry, and Glades counties. Since 2015, the organization has helped more than 4,600 people receive vital care.
Each registration fee directly helps pay for someone’s mammogram, ultrasound, or biopsy — often for neighbors who would otherwise delay care. The race drew hundreds to Bell Tower Shops, creating a welcome boost for Fort Myers restaurants and stores.
Each race partners with a different Bell Tower restaurant or venue. In 2025, Tap 42 Craft Kitchen & Bar, Cantina Laredo, McGregor’s Public House, La Ola Surfside Restaurant, and Dave & Buster’s each played a role in hosting or fueling the celebrations. Fleet Feet Fort Myers supports every race with packet pickup and race-day expertise.
Registration for the final 2025 race — Rockin’ Around the Bell Tower on December 13 — is available at ApexPromoz.com and RunSignUp. In addition to running or walking, you can volunteer, cheer from the course, or donate to the charities supported by each Bell Tower race. Every event gives back to a different local cause, keeping your participation rooted in the Fort Myers community year-round.
Final Thoughts: Fort Myers Rallies for a Healthier Community
The Partners Pink Run 2025 showed what Fort Myers does best: people turning out for each other. Early that morning, hundreds gathered to support a cause that has touched nearly every family here. Meanwhile, the pink shirts, the cheers, and the conversations afterward carried a shared message of care and connection.
Events like this deepen relationships, strengthen local businesses, and remind us how much stronger our community becomes when we all take part.
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