Family & Community Services of Somerset County "Taking Strides Towards Wellness" 5k Run/Walk

Race Info

Our 13th Annual “Taking Strides Towards Wellness" 5K Run/Walk will be held on Saturday, October 18th at Duke Island Park in Bridgewater. YOU CAN SHOW UP THE DAY OF THE 5K AND REGISTER! Online registration ends on the 17th. This race is on an extremely flat paved wooded trail that parallels the Raritan River. Awards will be given to the top 3 finishers overall for each gender as well as the top 3 per age group. Age groups will be 19 and under, 20 to 29, 30 to 39, 40 to 49, 50 to 59, 60 to 69, 70 to 79, and 80 and over.

Registration Information

Registration and Packet Pick up will start at 8 AM, with the 5K Run/Walk starting at 9 AM and Award Ceremony at 10:30 AM. Free T-Shirt to ALL pre-registrants who register by September 21, 2025.

Race Sign-up Incentives:

If a paid participant donates or gets donations equal to or greater than $125, he/she will be refunded his/her $25 registration fee. If a paid participant gets 4 other people to register and pay for this event, he/she will be refunded his/her $25 registration fee.

Sponsorship Opportunities:

If you would like to be recognized as an official sponsor, please contact Richard Schumann at [email protected]. Possible Sponsorship Opportunities Include: Banner Placement at Start/Finish Line - $500, Mile Marker Sign Along the Course- $200

Race Proceeds:

All proceeds benefit Family & Community Services of Somerset County(FCSSC). The goal of FCSSC is to enhance the quality of life of individuals, families, and communities by providing mental health and addiction treatment and services.