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| Who Benefits?: |
n 1989, Paul Jackson, at age 28, underwent surgery to remove a tumor from his spinal cord. Paul, a life-long athlete, was left paralyzed. When the insurance company would not cover his rehabilitation program, the medical bills began to mount. His family and friends along with community members rallied together to raise money for Paul. And with that, the Paul Jackson Fund was born.
After Paul’s health stabilized, he took control of The Paul Jackson Fund and set out to create a charity of last resort ----------- A safety net for people whose needs had become so dire they had nowhere else to turn. Paul passed away in February of 2009. His dream and only wish was for the Fund to continue. With your help Paul’s mission will endure. |
| First Giving: |
Here’s How You Can Help
Friends, family and co-workers always seem open to support a worthy cause and our 5K/2-Mile Walk/Kids Fun Run offers a healthy option. Fundraising is simple, fun and infectious through FirstGiving. Setting up your personal fundraising page is easy and free. Visit www.firstgiving.com/pauljacksonfund to get started. Can’t attend the race and would like to make a donation? Visit www.pauljacksonfund.org. Thank you. |
| The Event:: |
Come run or walk the beautiful course at Oak Ridge Park, Union County’s newest outdoor showcase.
The 5K Run and 2 Mile Walk are wholly contained within Oak Ridge Park’s beautiful and scenic acreage. Run fast on the softly rolling course as the leaves begin to turn into autumn hues. Join us for first class amenities.
Mom and Dad. Bring your kids for a race of their own. We'll have A Kids Fun Run for kids age 2-11 with distances from 25 to 200 yards. Finisher ribbons to all |
| Nuts & Bolts:: |
The 5K Race: The 5K Run will be a USATF certified 500 point NBGP race. The course will be in Oak Ridge Park on paved paths and will feature mile clocks, water stops and ChronoTrack B-Tag scoring by www.bestrace.com
2 Mile Walk:The 2 Mile Walk is wheelchair friendly.
Awards: 5K AWARDS:
Male & Female; Top 3 overall; top 3 in 5 year age groups
5K Age Groups: 10 and under, 11-14, to 85 and over.
A Kids Fun Run: Finisher ribbons for all. |
| Amenities: |
What's So Special: Rolling park course
The Paul Jackson 5K tee
Post race snacks
Kids Activities
Random prize drawing
DJ
Schedule of Events: Registration - 8:00 a.m.
5K Run - 9:30 a.m.
2 Mile Walk - 9:45 a.m.
A Kids Fun Run - 10:30 a.m |
| Directions:: |
Garden State Parkway: Northbound: Exit 135. Bear right onto Brant Ave. Right at light onto Westfield Avenue. Left at light onto Raritan Rd. Turn right onto Oak Ridge Rd. Go through one traffic light. Oak Ridge Park is on your right.
Southbound: Exit 135. Bear right off of exit onto Central Avenue. Left at light onto Raritan Road. Go through 4 lights. Oak Ridge Park will be on your right.
From Lake Ave.: From Lake Avenue ( Rahway ): Head west. Left turn onto Oak Ridge Road. Park is on right.
From Lake Avenue ( Scotch Plains ): Head east. Right turn onto Oak Ridge Road. Park is on right |
| Event Contact: |
On Your Mark Productions |
| Contact Phone: |
908-902-8587 |
| E-mail Address: |
mzrace@OYMP.net |
| Web Site: |
www.OYMP.net |
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