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.
5K Celebration of Life
Sunday, June 7, 2026
NJ Sharing Network Headquarters | New Providence, NJ
691 Central Ave, New Providence, NJ 07974
Event Site Opens 7:30am • USATF Sanctioned Race 8:30am • Walk 10:00am • Celebrate with us until 12:00pm
Early Pick-up
Saturday, June 6, 2025
10:00am - 2:00pm
NJ Sharing Network Headquarters
691 Central Ave. New Providence, NJ
Our parking lot will be closed for event set up. Please park next door behind Summit Speech/Indigo Gymnastics at 705 Central.
Fees
Adult: In-Person & Virtual (Ages 15 and older): $35
Price will increase to $40 after online registration closes*
Child: In-Person & Virtual (Ages 14 and younger): $20
Price will increase to $25 after online registration closes*
*Online registration will close at noon Friday, June 5. 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.
Important Event Info
No Smoking: For everyone’s health and safety, no smoking of any kind is permitted on the event site or course route. This includes cigarettes, e-cigarettes, vapes, pens, or any open flame devices.
No Pets: Due to the volume of participants, no pets are permitted on the event site or course route. Therapy dogs with proper paperwork and identification will be allowed.
Food and drinks are complimentary for all registered participants. Participants are also encouraged to bring any other food you’d like for you and your team.
Tent City: Teams are welcome to bring a pop-up tent, tables, chair and any additional food or drink you would like to tailgate and picnic together. All tents must be staked into the lawn.
Event Shirt: Each registered participant will receive one event shirt that can be picked up at the T-Shirt Tent.
Bag Drop: A secure bag drop will be available to check personal belongings.
USATF Race: USATF prohibits the use of strollers or wheelchairs on the course during the USATF sanctioned certified timed 5K race. The walk is stroller and wheelchair friendly.
Contributions: May be made at the Day of Registration tent. Cash, credit card and check contributions are accepted.
Lost & Found: Located in the Information Tent.
Local Hotels: If you are coming from out of town and need somewhere to stay, there are two local hotels we would recommend:
The Hub Murray Hill, BW Premier Collection
535 Central Ave, New Providence, NJ 07974
0.7 Miles from NJSN Headquarters/5K Event Site
Embassy Suites by Hilton Berkeley Heights
250 Connell Dr, Berkeley Heights, NJ 07922
3.7 Miles from NJSN Headquarters/5K Event Site
For more information visit the 5K FAQ page.
Fundraising Rewards
Participants who raise $250 or more by August 31 will earn a gift card code to NJ Sharing Network's online store.
- $5,000 & Up: $300.00 gift card
- $2,500 - $4,999: $200.00 gift card
- $1,000 - $2,499: $100.00 gift card
- $500 - $999: $50.00 gift card
- $250 - $499: $25.00 gift card
Note: Registration fees will not count towards fundraising rewards.
Contact Us
Questions or concerns? Email 5K@njsharingnetwork.org or give our team a call at 908-516-5566. We'd love to hear from you!
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