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🎉 Let’s Pack the Park! 18th Annual Lakeview 5K

Get ready! Join us on Saturday, June 6th for the 18th Annual Lakeview 5K and help make a meaningful difference in the lives of children with disabilities across New Jersey.

This beloved community tradition has something for everyone: choose from a USATF Grand Prix 5K, a 5K Walk, or a Family Fun Stroll & Roll around the scenic lake. Can’t make it in person? You can join virtually and be part of the excitement from anywhere!

Race Day Schedule

+Day-of registration: Opens at 8:00 am

+Race start: 9:30 am

+Location: Starts and finishes at Lakeview School, following a USATF-sanctioned course winding through the beautiful park roads of Roosevelt Park.

Go the Extra Mile

Create a fundraising or participation team and rally your friends, family, or coworkers for a day full of fun and impact. Team setup is fast and easy—just click the “DONATE” button at the top of the page and follow the step-by-step instructions.

What You’ll Get When You Register

• Commemorative event t-shirt (guaranteed if you register by May 25)

• Finish-line reception with snacks and refreshments

• Live DJ, awards ceremony, and plenty of surprises!

All proceeds benefit the New Jersey Institute for Disabilities, supporting more than 1,500 infants, children, and adultsacross the state.

Lakeview 5K — go the distance, feel the energy, and make a difference!

Rain or shine — this community celebration happens no matter the weather. Please note: no refunds.

Join us for the Main Street Donuts Shark Run 5K on SATURDAY, June 13th at 8:30 AM on Main Street in Matawan, NJ. This 3.1-mile course is perfect for runners and walkers of all levels.

Packet Pick Up:

Thursday & Friday Prior to Event

TBD

Day of: 7:00 am - 8:00 am. Packet PIck

All participants will receive:

Exclusive SHARK SHIRT (while supplies last)

SHARK DONUT MEDAL

Fresh SHARK DONUT from Main Street Donuts

Enjoy a fun-filled morning featuring the 5K run/walk followed by a post-race celebration with donuts, coffee, sharks, and more. Each registered participant will receive a finisher’s medal and a donut courtesy of Main Street Donuts.

Event Highlights:

Stroller friendly

Family and friends welcome

Presented by Main Street Donuts and Live Run Give LLC

5K runners will gather at 8:30 AM to run or walk through the streets of Matawan. Every finisher will take home a medal and a sweet treat.

Charity Beneficiary:

Matawan Regional High School Performing Arts Program

Sponsorship opportunities are available!

Miles for Minds 5K

Run. Walk. Roll.

Sunday, July 26, 2026

Roosevelt Park, Edison, NJ

Miles for Minds 5K is a family-friendly event that is fun for all ages. Whether you are looking to participate in your first 5K or you are a seasoned runner, our USATF sanctioned, timed race is appropriate for all skill levels. However, if you are looking for a lighter pace, there is also a 1-mile Walk & Roll Fun Run around Roosevelt Park's lake prior to the start of the official 5K race.

Pre-Registration: $30 This registration type is for runners who would like to compete in the USATF certified and timed 5K. Includes official runner bib, t-shirt and refreshments.

**Registration after Monday, July 20: $35

Walk & Roll Fun Run registration: $20 This registration type is for walkers, rollers and attendees looking to participate in the 1 mile fun run. Includes t-shirt and refreshments. Walk & Roll Registrants will not be timed or scored competitively and will not be eligible for race awards.

You can also register in person on race day from 7:30 am - 9:00 am

T-shirts are not guaranteed. Register early!

Sponsorship Opportunities:

Proceeds from the event will support the JFK Johnson Rehabilitation Institute at JFK University Medical Center. From our world-renowned Center for Brain Injuries to life-saving programs such as Stroke and Cardiac Rehabilitation, funds raised will be used to advance patient care across our full spectrum of rehabilitation services by helping to support equipment, research, staff training and facility upgrades. For additional information please visit GiveHMH.org/JFKM4M.

Fundraising Incentives:

Top Individual Fundraiser ($2,000+): Miles for Minds 2026 race medal, inclusion in post-race email to all participants as top individual fundraiser

Top Fundraising Team ($3,000+): Inclusion in post-race email to all participants as top fundraising team

Questions about fundraising? Contact [email protected]

We encourage participants to create a fundraising page after registering. Click 'BECOME A FUNDRAISER' at the top of this page to get started. Fundraising pages will stay open leading up to the race, closing on August 1. Fundraising participants are eligible to receive incentives, which will be mailed out after the race to the address you provided in your registration.

Race Day Schedule:

7:30 a.m. - On-site registration opens

8:30 a.m. - Walk & Roll Fun Run begins

9:00 a.m. - 5K race begins

Awards Ceremony to immediately follow race finish.

Awards:

Top 3 Overall Male & Female

Top 3 Male & Female in each of the following age groups:

Age Groups: 14 and under, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+

Miscellaneous:

• Race scoring and timing provided by CompuScore.

• USATF Certified Course and Sanctioned Race Course Description: Park loop on roads. Scenic, wooded, shaded and lakeside.

• Course traffic controlled and marshaled. Emergency medical technicians on-site.

• Baby strollers, bicycles, pets, skates,and roller blades are prohibited in the 5K race.

• Water will be available at the start, on the course and at the finish.