17th Annual Race for Recovery 5K Run & Fun Walk

  • Date Sat 27th September 2025
  • Time 9:00AM EDT
  • Location Pennsauken Township, New Jersey
  • Price Free - $20.00
  • Races 3 races
  • Distances 5km

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Event summary

Get ready for an inspiring day of hope and community at the 17th Annual Race for Recovery 5K Run & Fun Walk on Saturday, September 27th, 2025, in beautiful Pennsauken Township, Camden. This exciting event not only promotes fitness and well-being but also supports a vital cause—the Peter P. Black IV Scholarship Fund, which provides financial assistance for individuals seeking treatment for substance use disorders.

Join us at Cooper River Park for a fun-filled day featuring a timed 5K race, a kids' dash for those 10 and under, Zumba sessions, yoga, and plenty of family-friendly activities including face painting, a photo booth, and delicious refreshments. With registration only $20 for adults and free for children under 10, there’s no better way to support recovery and enjoy a day outdoors! Don’t miss out on this chance to make a difference while having a blast with friends and family. Together, we can help make recovery possible!

Organiser's Description

Were so glad youre here, and thank you for your interest in being part of something truly meaningful.

Join us for our 17TH ANNUAL RACE FOR RECOVERY, which is presented by The Piperno Family, on Saturday, September 27th at Cooper River Parkan inspiring day dedicated to hope, healing, and second chances.

Hosted by Maryville, New Jerseys longest-operating nonprofit substance use treatment agency, this event raises critical funds for the Peter P. Black IV Scholarship Fund. The fund helps individuals who are ready for treatment but lack the financial resources to get the help they need. Founded by Kathleen Kate Holt in loving memory of her son Peter, who passed away in 2004 from a substance use disorder. For over 75 years, Maryville has been a trusted leader in holistic, evidence-based treatment for substance use and mental health disordersand your support helps us continue that mission.

Thank you for standing with us. Together, were making recovery possible.

OUR EVENT HAS SOMETHING FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY: DJ, MOISTURE WICKING RACE SHIRTS, WATER ICE, PHOTO BOOTH, REFRESHMENTS, YOGA, AND AWARDS. THE 5K IS A TIMED RACE AND AWARDS WILL BE GIVEN TO THE TWO TOP MALES AND FEMALES IN DIFFERENT AGE CATEGORIES.

NEW KIDS' DASH FOR THOSE 10 AND UNDER! FACE PAINTING!

ZUMBA SESSION FOR THOSE NOT WALKING OR RUNNING.

$20 to walk or run. Children under 10 are free!

SPONSORSHIPS AVAILABLE! For more information, please contact Bill Crowe at [email protected].

Presenting Sponsor: $3,000 (Exclusive)
30 race entries.
Recognition on all marketing materials.
Premier positioning of company logo on event t-shirt, registration site, and event banner.
Option to present awards to race winners.
Table to display company information at the event.

Yoga Sponsor: $2,000
25 race entries.
Company logo displayed next to yoga class, on event t-shirt, registration site, and event banner.
Table to display company information at the event.

Water Ice Sponsor: $2,000
20 race entries.
Company logo displayed at water ice truck, on event t-shirt, registration site, and event banner.
Table to display company information at the event.

Music Sponsor: $1,500
15 race entries.
Company logo on event t-shirt, registration site, and event banner.
Table to display company information at the event.

Photo Booth Sponsor $1,000
10 race entries.
Company logo displayed at photo booth, and on event t-shirt, registration site, and event banner.

Registration Sponsor: $750
5 race entries.
Company logo displayed at registration, on event t-shirt, registration site, and event banner.

Breakfast Sponsor: $500
2 race entries.
Company logo displayed at registration, on event t-shirt, registration site, and event banner.

Water Station Sponsor $500
2 race entries.
Company logo displayed at a water station and on event t-shirt, registration site, and event banner.

Coffee Sponsor: $350
1 race entry.
Company logo displayed at coffee sponsor table and on event t-shirt, registration site, and event banner.

Corporate Team Sponsor: $250
10 race entries
Company logo displayed on event t-shirt, registration site, and event banner.

Races

  • 5K Run

    Incl. Free Moisture Wicking Shirt Size

    Sat 27th September 2025 (9:00AM EDT)

    $20.00

  • Fun Walk

    Incl. Free Moisture Wicking Shirt Size

    Sat 27th September 2025 (9:00AM EDT)

    $20.00

  • Children 10 & Under

    Incl. Free Moisture Wicking Shirt Size

    Sat 27th September 2025 (9:00AM EDT)

    Free

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Location

Cooper River Park - Jack Curtis Stadium, 1301 North Park Drive, Pennsauken Township, 08109, NJ, United States

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