Helene Cody Cranbury 5K & 1 Mile Fun Run/Walk

Our annual Charity 5K will be held on Saturday, May 16th, 2026, at 9:00 a.m. The event will take place at the Mercer County Park, NJ. The Run is organized by Trinayani NJ (a non-profit based out of Central New Jersey) in association with and support of Children's Home Society, NJ.

The Run For Hope is more than just a race—it’s a movement to support and uplift vulnerable children and families in our community. This event is dedicated to raising awareness and funds for The Children’s Home Society of New Jersey (CHSofNJ), a nonprofit organization that has been serving at-risk infants, children, and families since 1894.

By participating in the Run For Hope, you are directly contributing to this humane mission. Your support helps provide essential services such as counseling, medical care, education, and advocacy—giving children the tools they need to thrive.

Every step you take in this race is a step toward hope, safety, and opportunity for someone in need. Join us in making a difference!

Sign up today to support pediatric cancer research and honor Optimistic Om’s spirit, showing the world that our collective positivity and perseverance can help cure pediatric cancer.

Additional information can be found at http://www.smilesforom.org.

DATE & LOCATION

Sun May 17, 2026 7:30am

Thompson Park

Thompson Drive and Lakeview Ave, Monroe Township, NJ US 08831

PARKING INFORMATION

• Thompson Park entrances will be open for cars from 7:30am to 8:30am for the participants. Note: Thompson Park entrances will be closed for cars from 8:30am to 10:30am (see instructions below if you arrive after 8:30am or need to leave before 10:30am).

• There will be rangers at the park entrances from Jamesburg (Forsgate Dr) and Perrineville Rd; they will guide you to the parking lot in Thompson Park.

• The gates will re-open for exit from the park ONLY after the 5K Run has completed, around 10:30 am.

• If you arrive after 8:30am when the park entrance is closed for cars or if you need to leave before 10:30am, please park in the Fir Dr parking lots off of Perrineville Rd (near Soccer fields) or in Jamesburg (Railroad Ave area). It is a short walk from those parking lots/ areas to the event area near the Gazebo/ Zoo in Thompson Park.

• Please do NOT park in the High School parking lot.

• Please bring your lawn chairs & blankets.

Organized by Monroe Indians for Civic Action (MICA) and supported by Agraj Seva Kendra, Indian Cultural Association of Monroe (ICAM), Sewa International - Central NJ and Guru Nanak Sikh Heritage.

PROGRAM GUIDE

Click here detailed Program Guide

Time Event

7:30 am Registration and T-Shirt / Bib Pick-up

8:00 am Program starts - Welcome messages (Please bring your lawn chairs & blankets)

8:30 am Park entrance closes; you can still park in the Fir Dr parking lots off of Perrineville Rd and walk to the race

9:00 am 1 Mile Walk

9:45 am 5K Run

10:00 am Monroe Township School District Percussion Symphony

11:00 am 5K Run Medal presentation ceremony

MEDALS

• 1st Place M & F Overall

• 1st, 2nd & 3rd Places for M & F in age groups - Under 10, 11-14, 15-18, 19-30, 31-50

• 1st & 2nd Places for M & F in age groups - 51-60, 61-70

• 1st Place for M & F in age groups - 71 and over

• Participant Medal for all participants under 10

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HOW TO DONATE

We hope you will join us this year in making a difference in the community by supporting the Om Foundation in funding our work. There are multiple ways to donate-

• donate when you register for the event at www.SmilesForOm.org/runsignup

• on our website at https://www.smilesforom.org/

• on our Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/smilesforom

• on our Instagram page at http://instagram.com/smilesforom

• Mail a check to: Om Foundation, 1 Scenic Way, Monroe Township, NJ 08831 (Tax Exempt EIN # 82-4993198)

OUR GOALS

• Support research that focuses on childhood cancer

• Promote cancer awareness through education

• Bring smiles, positive attitudes, and the power of perseverance to children

• Provide service opportunities to help students get involved

• Strengthen our community by supporting those in need

OUR WORK

• Support Pediatric Cancer Research

• Funded $210,000 to support Pediatric Cancer Research at Cancer Institute Of New Jersey (CINJ). Rutgers Foundation Press Release: https://tinyurl.com/omfdnpledge

• Pledged $50,000 to support developing a child life program at RWJ Cancer Hospital

• Strengthen our community by supporting those in need

• Provided $40,000 in financial support to New Jersey families impacted by cancer

• Bring smiles, positive attitudes, and power of perseverance to children

• Funded over $30,000 for Optimism programs in Monroe Township Schools and Library

• Annual ‘Month of Optimism’ events at Monroe Township Middle School each February

• Sponsored ‘Kindness Matters’ event for 587 sixth grade students

• Annual Optimism awards and scholarships at MTHS and MTMS

• Donated Lego table and Optimistic Om Mural at Monroe Township Library

• Annual Makerfest table at Monroe Township Library in March

• Promote Pediatric Cancer Education & Awareness

• Sponsored High School students to attend BioConnect Oncology

• Leadership Development Programs at Rutgers University

• Sponsored 25 Monroe Township students to participate in Rutgers Oncology Olympiad

• Conducted Oncology Poster Contest at MTHS Green/Science Fair

• Donated these Oncology Posters to Pediatric Cancer Patients at RWJ Cancer Hospital

• Pediatric Cancer awareness banner at Municipal Plaza

SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

Om Foundation is a 501 (c)3 tax exempt nonprofit organization (EIN# 82-4993198). For sponsorship opportunities, please contact:

• Ketul Parikh: Ketul@smilesforom.org or 908-267-2275

Sankalpa, in collaboration with Plainsboro Township, is organizing the annual 5K Run/2K Walk for the fourth year. Noteworthy is the fact that last year, Sankalpa generously donated the proceeds to the township. Join us in making a positive impact by participating in this event scheduled on June 6th(Rain date June 7th 2026), and actively supporting your community.

Sankalpa was founded on May 30th, 2019 (www.sankalpausa.org) with a mission to inspire healthier and sustainable local communities in Middlesex and Mercer County. This New Jersey-based non-profit is a non-political and non-sectarian organization primarily engaged in environment-related activities that directly or indirectly improve the quality of life in our community.

The Education Foundation of South Brunswick Township presents the...

14th Annual Tour de South Brunswick Bike Rides

Benefiting the students and teachers of the South Brunswick School District.

Sunday, June 14, 2026 from 7:30 AM thru 10:00 AM

South Brunswick High School - South Brunswick, NJ

25 MILE - Tour de South Brunswick

Check-In: 7:30 AM - 8:15 AM Ride Starts: 8:30 AM

25-mile Tour de South Brunswick riding through virtually the entire township.

Rest stop at Eagle's Landing Day Camp (Davidson Mill Road).

No one under 18yo allowed without special permission (for 16 & 17yos only)*.

Giveaway to the first 100 registrants.

10 MILE - Fun Ride

Check-In: 7:45 AM - 8:45 AM Ride Starts: 9:00 AM

10-mile Fun Ride for the very casual rider through scenic and rural sections of South Brunswick.

No one under 9yo allowed, under 16yo must ride with an adult.

Giveaway to the first 150 registrants.

4 MILE - Family Fun Ride

Check-In: 8:30 AM - 9:45 AM Ride Starts: 10:00 AM

4-mile Family Fun Ride - parents and children riding together.

All riders under 16yo must ride with an adult.

Minimum age requirements MUST be met for all rides.

Please arrive as early as possible in case registration check-in lines are long.

If your group is riding in different rides, please arrive at the earliest check-in time for your group.

All riders are required to wear a bike helmet. The Tour de South Brunswick does not supply helmets for riders.

The TdSB is a rain or shine event. No refunds due to cancelation for any reason. The TdSB/Ed. Foundation does not offer refunds on any registration fees.

Join us in celebrating Flag Day/America 250 and decorate your bike (safely)!

*For 25 Mile ride, riders age 16 & 17 are allowed to participate with parent or guardian permission.

Please use the Contact Us - Questions button below to request permission.

RUN FOR DAD is the American Cancer Society’s premier community event to raise funds and build awareness about prostate cancer. Now in its 22nd year, RUN FOR DAD, is changing it's date! Usually taking place every Father’s Day, we have decided to move to September which is Prostate Cancer Awareness Month. Join us on September 26, 2026 as this event honors the memory of Frank Simms, event co-founder and all those who lost their battle with prostate cancer.

Over 1,000 people attend this family fun event which consists of a 5K Run and 2-mile walk. Small children are invited to take part in the Kids Run For Dad, a series of small races where they are all winners.

In 2023, approximately 228,800 men in the US were diagnosed with prostate cancer and over 27,500 died from the disease. About one man in seven will be diagnosed with prostate cancer during his lifetime. New Jersey has the third highest incidence per capita of prostate cancer in the US. Even worse, in African American men, the incidence is roughly 60% higher than those of white or Asian men. There is good news however. The 5-year survival rate for men whose prostate cancer is detected early is nearly 100% and 93% of men diagnosed with prostate cancer will live 10 years or more. Education, awareness and personal action are saving lives and finding a cure.