Lamp For Haiti 5K
- Date Sun 27th April 2025
- Time 8:00AM EDT
- Location Newark, New Jersey
- Price $18.25 - $43.75
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Join us for the Lamp For Haiti 5K Run/Walk on Sunday, April 27, 2025, at Branch Brook Park in Newark, Essex! This exciting event features a scenic 3.1-mile course certified by USATF, winding through the beautiful park and ending at the Cherry Blossom Welcome Center. Participants can look forward to a vibrant atmosphere filled with community spirit, as both runners and walkers are welcome to take part in this noble cause.
The Lamp for Haiti 5K aims to raise vital funds for the non-profit organization, which provides essential medical care and humanitarian assistance to the underserved communities in Haiti. By participating, you'll not only enjoy a fantastic day of fitness and fun but also contribute to making a meaningful difference in the lives of those in need. Join us at 7:00 AM for check-in, with the race starting at 8:00 AM followed by an awards ceremony at 9:15 AM to honor the top finishers in various age categories. Don’t miss this opportunity to combine fitness with philanthropy while supporting a great cause!
The Lamp for Haiti 5K aims to raise vital funds for the non-profit organization, which provides essential medical care and humanitarian assistance to the underserved communities in Haiti. By participating, you'll not only enjoy a fantastic day of fitness and fun but also contribute to making a meaningful difference in the lives of those in need. Join us at 7:00 AM for check-in, with the race starting at 8:00 AM followed by an awards ceremony at 9:15 AM to honor the top finishers in various age categories. Don’t miss this opportunity to combine fitness with philanthropy while supporting a great cause!
Organiser's Description
Lamp for Haiti 5K Run/Walk
Sunday April 27, 2025
Branch Brook Park
Place:
Branch Brook Park, Newark, NJ 07104
Race StartN 6th Street across from Cherry Blossom Welcome Center.
DESCRIPTION
Lamp for Haiti 5K raises funds to benefit the non-profit Lamp for Haiti.
Through the provision of quality cost-effective medical care and
humanitarian assistance, the Lamp for Haiti works with and for the
people of Haiti to improve the lives of some of the most marginalized
persons in Haitian society. Their work is done in collaboration with
local residents, other Haitian professionals, and both governmental and
non-governmental partners. Lamp for Haiti envisions a time when the
communities they serve will meet their basic health and humanitarian
needs on a self-sustaining basis.
Racecourse runs down Park Drive West to 2nd Ave circling around to Park
Drive East to finish at Cherry Blossom Welcome Center. The course is
USATF certified. Runners and walkers welcome.
7:00am - Check In
8:00 5K (3.1 mile) Run
9:15 Awards
Awards: Top male and female finisher in age categories 18-24 continuing
in five-year increments to 75.
Sunday April 27, 2025
Branch Brook Park
Place:
Branch Brook Park, Newark, NJ 07104
Race StartN 6th Street across from Cherry Blossom Welcome Center.
DESCRIPTION
Lamp for Haiti 5K raises funds to benefit the non-profit Lamp for Haiti.
Through the provision of quality cost-effective medical care and
humanitarian assistance, the Lamp for Haiti works with and for the
people of Haiti to improve the lives of some of the most marginalized
persons in Haitian society. Their work is done in collaboration with
local residents, other Haitian professionals, and both governmental and
non-governmental partners. Lamp for Haiti envisions a time when the
communities they serve will meet their basic health and humanitarian
needs on a self-sustaining basis.
Racecourse runs down Park Drive West to 2nd Ave circling around to Park
Drive East to finish at Cherry Blossom Welcome Center. The course is
USATF certified. Runners and walkers welcome.
7:00am - Check In
8:00 5K (3.1 mile) Run
9:15 Awards
Awards: Top male and female finisher in age categories 18-24 continuing
in five-year increments to 75.
Races
-
5K Run
Incl. $3.75 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 27th April 2025 (8:00AM EDT)
$43.75
CLOSED -
5K Run Student Rate
Incl. $3.25 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 27th April 2025 (8:00AM EDT)
$18.25
CLOSED
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