Annual Stuart Bed Races Held to Support Local Families Experiencing Homelessness
The annual Stuart Bed Races are taking place at Sailfish Ballpark on Flagler Avenue, organized by Family Promise of Martin County, to support local families experiencing homelessness.
West Palm Beach Fort Pierce, FL, November 10, 2026 — The annual Stuart Bed Races event is currently underway. The races are being held at Sailfish Ballpark, located on Flagler Avenue.
This yearly competition is organized by Family Promise of Martin County. The primary objective of the event is to raise support for local families who are experiencing homelessness.
Further details regarding the specific date of the event within the annual cycle, the number of participating teams, or any specific fundraising goals were not provided in the available information. The contractor’s name, if applicable, was also not mentioned.
Family Promise of Martin County is the entity behind the organization of the Stuart Bed Races. The event’s stated mission is to provide assistance and resources to individuals and families facing housing instability within the local community.
The venue for the races is Sailfish Ballpark, situated on Flagler Avenue. This location serves as the site for the day’s activities as participants compete.
The nature of the ‘bed races’ involves teams constructing and racing custom-built beds, typically propelled by human power. While the specific rules or format of this year’s races were not detailed, such events commonly foster community engagement and awareness for the cause.
The funds and awareness generated are intended to directly benefit local families in need. The organization’s work focuses on addressing the root causes of homelessness and providing pathways to stable housing.
As the event proceeds, its success will be measured by its ability to meet its support objectives for vulnerable households in Martin County. Specific outcomes, such as funds raised or families assisted, were not detailed at this time.
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