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.
SATURDAY, MAY 20, 2023
Ocean Pathway | Ocean Grove, NJ
SUNDAY, JUNE 11, 2023
NJ Sharing Network Headquarters | New Providence, NJ
Event Day Schedule
7:30am | Event Village 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
9:45am | Program at Main Stage
10:00am | 5K Walk
Celebrate with us until 12pm!
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 18 for Ocean Grove and Friday, June 9 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.
Maps
Know before you go! We will share parking, event site and course route maps as we get closer to the event. Check back soon!
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!