Events
Description
We are very excited to bring back the Elephant Run for its second year! In our first year we had 255 participants and raised over $16,000 for Dana Farber Cancer Institute and the Jimmy Fund. Please join us again this year to help this amazing cause!
Our Story
My name is Fiona Curran and I am organizing the Elephant Run 5K for its second year in memory of my grandparents, Barbara and Neil Curran. I sadly lost both of them to cancer and this race is to raise money for the Dana Farber Cancer Institute. Dana-Farber provided excellent care to both my grandparents during their battles with cancer. With this fundraiser, I hope to advance cancer research and make a difference. If you are unable to participate in the event donations are very appreciated.
Why Jimmy Fund?
Our Jimmy FundRaiser directly benefits the Jimmy Fund, which has raised millions of dollars through thousands of grassroots efforts to help save lives and give hope to patients at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute. When you participate or make a gift, you’re directly supporting Dana-Farber Cancer Institute’s mission to defy cancer through a unique focus on cutting-edge research and compassionate patient cancer care. You are creating opportunities for Dana-Farber leaders to enhance programs and initiatives that serve pediatric and adult cancer patients and their families around the world.
Certified 5K on beautiful somewhat hilly local roads through Park Ridge, NJ. Open to all ages! There will be food, music, and more at the finish line!
Important Race Day Information
Place: The race will start and end in the parking lot of the Park Ridge Pool at 123 Colony Ave, in Park Ridge.
Time: The race will start at 8am. There will be a pre-race meeting at 7:45. The course time limit is 1 hour and 30 minutes.
Number Pick Up: More information will be available prior to the race.
Parking: There will be parking in the Park Ridge Pool Parking Lot. It will be somewhat limited so please carpool or walk if possible! Overflow parking will be on the street so please plan accordingly.
Awards: Prizes will be given to the top participants in each of the age groups. Stick around after the race to see them given out!
Race Course
Race Contact Info
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Donate
If you would like to make a donation, please visit my Fundraising page or directly on this page!
Place
Park Ridge, NJ US 07656
