Event Info

The 5K Celebration of Life is a special time of healing for those whose lives have been touched by donation and transplantation. Join our caring community of organ and tissue donor families, transplant recipients, volunteers, community groups and corporate and hospital partners that come together to honor, to remember, and to give hope!

Visit with NJ Sharing Network staff and sponsors, grab a snack, spend time with family and friends in our Team "Tent City", and be inspired during the live program at the Main Stage before making your way to the start line... We can't wait to celebrate with you. 

Ocean Grove 5K Celebration of Life
SATURDAY, MAY 18, 2024

Ocean Pathway | Ocean Grove, NJ

New Providence 5K Celebration of Life
SUNDAY, JUNE 9, 2024

NJ Sharing Network Headquarters | New Providence, NJ

5K Information Sessions:

Register for an info session ahead of event day to review maps, FAQs and ask any questions you may have. Click on a session below to sign up. 

Early Bib & Shirt Pick-up

Participant bibs and shirts will be available to be picked up the day prior to both events, see below for info. All participants can also pick up their materials the morning of the 5K when the event site opens at 7:30am. 

Ocean Grove 5K Early Pick-up 
Friday, May 17, 2024
2:00pm - 6:00pm
Ocean Grove Boardwalk Pavilion
Ocean Ave. N. Directly Across Ocean Pathway

New Providence 5K Early Pick-up
Saturday, June 8, 2024
10:00am - 2:00pm
NJ Sharing Network Headquarters
691 Central Ave. New Providence, NJ

Event Day Schedule

7:30am | Event Site Opens
(Music, Day-Of Registration & Participant Check-In)

8:15am | Remarks at Start Line

8:30am | USATF Certified Timed 5K Race
*Race awards based on chip time.

9:15am | Race Awards Announced at Main Stage

Approx. 9:45am | Program at Main Stage

10:00am | 5K Walk

Celebrate with us until 12pm!

12:30pm | Last Shuttle Leaves the Event Site

Fees

Adults (15 years and older): $30
Price will increase to $35 after online registration closes*

Child (14 years and younger): $15
Price will increase to $20 after online registration closes*

*Online registration will close at noon on Thursday, May 16 for Ocean Grove and Friday, June 7 for New Providence. Participants can sign up onsite for both events during Early Bib Pick-up/Check-In and on Event Day at the 'Day of Registration' Tent.

Event Shirts

Everyone who signs up for the 5K Celebration of Life will recieve an event shirt on event day. Head to the T-Shirt tent for pick-up!

Fundraising Rewards

  • $5,000 & Up: Participants who raise $5,000 and over through their Personal Fundraising Page will receive a $300.00 gift card code to NJ Sharing Network's online store.
  • $2,500 - $4,999: Participants who raise $2,500-$4,999 through their Personal Fundraising Page will receive a $200.00 gift card code to NJ Sharing Network's online store.
  • $1,000 - $2,499: Participants who raise $1,000-$2,499 through their Personal Fundraising Page will receive a $100.00 gift card code to NJ Sharing Network's online store.
  • $500 - $999: Participants who raise $500-$999 through their Personal Fundraising Page will receive a $50.00 gift card code to NJ Sharing Network's online store.
  • $250 - $499: Participants who raise $250-$499 through their Personal Fundraising Page will receive a $25.00 gift card code to NJ Sharing Network's online store.

Note: Registration fees will not count towards fundraising rewards.

Frequently Asked Questions

Check out our complete list of FAQs

Contact Us

Questions or concerns? Email 5K@sharingnetworkfoundation.org or give our team a call at 908-516-5566. We'd love to hear from you!