Visions and Pathways 5K & Walk

Visions and Pathways 5K & Walk

April 18 - 25, 2026

For 28 years, runners and walkers have been coming together for Visions and Pathways. We are a non-profit organization that provides emergency and long-term support for teens who are at risk of or experiencing homelessness, abuse, or addiction. Our kids have broken lives. Some are shattered; some have just a small crack. Some show no physical signs of damage - the scars are on the inside. We help them put the pieces back together, build their self-esteem and acquire the skills they need to thrive by providing; food, housing, counseling, education assistance, arts and recreation activities, career and employment counseling, scholarships and financial literacy instruction.

ALL ARE WELCOME

For the competitive runner, our sanctioned 5K invites USATF-NJ members to earn 500 points in the 2026 Grand Prix competition. For the joyful walker, choose from the 5K or 2 mile walk. The highlight of the day is our tiny sprinters. Children aged 2 to 7 are grouped with those who are the same age and are challenged with sprinting to the finish line. It's the real experience with bib and finisher medal.

NEW! Commit to raising $100 for Visions and Pathways and you can register for FREE. Participants who do not meet their fundraising goal will be charged the race registration fee on 5/1. We use monetary contributions to meet the day-to-day expenses such as food, bedding, heat and electricity, recreational activities and counseling services. Every dollar makes life easier for teens trying to deal with the trauma in their lives.

Now in our 28th year, we invite you to run or walk at Duke Island Park for our youth's future on April 18th, 2026. We literally have something for everyone! Our sanctioned 5K is for everyone from the competitive runner to the joyful walker. USATF-NJ members can earn 500 points in the 2025 Grand Prix competition. For those not up for the full 3.1 miles, register for our 2 Mile Walk. Busy that day? We've got a virtual event. Keeping the kids sprints! While a 5K brings excitement to the day, kids sprinting brings pure joy. Children aged 2 to 7 are grouped with those who are the same age and tasked with sprinting to the finish line. It's the real experience with bib and finisher medal. Registration is $10. This event is as much about community as it is fundraising. If you are struggling to pay our registration fees, please email [email protected] for financial assistance.