Run For Rescue
Sunday, October 6, 2024
Past event
8:30 AM EDT
Princeton, New Jersey
$40.00 · 2 races
5km
Event summary
Join us for the exhilarating Run For Rescue event on Sunday, October 6th, 2024, in beautiful Princeton, Mercer! This community-focused run is dedicated to supporting the Princeton First Aid & Rescue Squad, who tirelessly work to save lives and promote safety. The event kicks off at 8:30 AM at the stunning TPC Jasna Polana, featuring a 5K race that welcomes everyone – from competitive runners to enthusiastic walkers.
Participants can take advantage of early bird savings and family-friendly fees, with registration options available for just $20 for children 12 and under. All participants will receive a coveted "Run for Rescue" shirt, and there are exciting awards for the top three male, female, and nonbinary finishers, as well as medals for age group winners. For those unable to join us in person, we also offer a virtual 5K option, allowing you to complete the race on your own schedule while still supporting this worthy cause. Plus, take on the 6-minute challenge – finish the race at a 6:00 minute pace or faster to earn a free entry into next year’s event! Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity to run for a cause and make a difference in your community!
Participants can take advantage of early bird savings and family-friendly fees, with registration options available for just $20 for children 12 and under. All participants will receive a coveted "Run for Rescue" shirt, and there are exciting awards for the top three male, female, and nonbinary finishers, as well as medals for age group winners. For those unable to join us in person, we also offer a virtual 5K option, allowing you to complete the race on your own schedule while still supporting this worthy cause. Plus, take on the 6-minute challenge – finish the race at a 6:00 minute pace or faster to earn a free entry into next year’s event! Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity to run for a cause and make a difference in your community!
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Races
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5k
Includes T-Shirt
Entries closed8:30 AM EDT
$40.00
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Virtual 5k
VirtualIncludes T-Shirt
Entries closed8:30 AM EDT
$40.00
Organiser's description
THIS FALL WE INVITE THE COMMUNITY TO RUN FOR THEM BECAUSE THEY ARE ALWAYS READY TO RUN FOR US! THIS BENEFIT EVENT FOR THE PRINCETON FIRST AID & RESCUE SQUAD HELPS THEM CONTINUE THEIR MISSION TO SAVE LIVES, RELIEVE THE SUFFERING OF THE SICK AND INJURED, AND PROMOTE SAFETY.
5K INFO
* Sunday, October 6th, 8:30 AM start at TPC Jasna Polana
* This event is for everyone from the competitive runner to the joyful walker.
* NEW! Early Bird Savings & Family Friendly Fees. $35 after 8/15, $40 after 10/1. $20 for all participants 12 and under. $3 discount to all USATF members.
* Register early to guaranteed our "Run for Rescue" shirt.
* Awards for top 3 Male, Female, Nonbinary participants.
* Medals for top 3 in each age group (male/female) in 5-year increments from 9 and under to 90 and over!
* USA Track & Field-NJ Sanctioned Grand Prix event. (500 Points)
* Find course details here https://runsignup.com/Race/Run4RescuePrinceton/Page-4.
VIRTUAL 5K
This event is for those who like doing your 5K on your own schedule! It's perfect for those who have plans on the day of our event, don't live locally or wish to break the 5K distance up over a number of days. Our virtual option includes our "Run for Rescue" shirt and official race bib. Direct shipping of race packet to your home is included in your registration fee.
RUN FOR FREE
We've made it simple to add a fundraiser to your 5K when registering. With our easy-to-use personal fundraising pages, you can do more than run to support Princeton First Aid & Rescue squad. Any participant who raises $100 will have the opportunity to request a registration refund.
6:00 CHALLENGE
Did you know the squad's average response time is 6 minutes? We invite you to take the 6-minute challenge. Any participant who runs our 5K at 6:00 minute pace or faster will receive a free entry into our 2025 event.
5K INFO
* Sunday, October 6th, 8:30 AM start at TPC Jasna Polana
* This event is for everyone from the competitive runner to the joyful walker.
* NEW! Early Bird Savings & Family Friendly Fees. $35 after 8/15, $40 after 10/1. $20 for all participants 12 and under. $3 discount to all USATF members.
* Register early to guaranteed our "Run for Rescue" shirt.
* Awards for top 3 Male, Female, Nonbinary participants.
* Medals for top 3 in each age group (male/female) in 5-year increments from 9 and under to 90 and over!
* USA Track & Field-NJ Sanctioned Grand Prix event. (500 Points)
* Find course details here https://runsignup.com/Race/Run4RescuePrinceton/Page-4.
VIRTUAL 5K
This event is for those who like doing your 5K on your own schedule! It's perfect for those who have plans on the day of our event, don't live locally or wish to break the 5K distance up over a number of days. Our virtual option includes our "Run for Rescue" shirt and official race bib. Direct shipping of race packet to your home is included in your registration fee.
RUN FOR FREE
We've made it simple to add a fundraiser to your 5K when registering. With our easy-to-use personal fundraising pages, you can do more than run to support Princeton First Aid & Rescue squad. Any participant who raises $100 will have the opportunity to request a registration refund.
6:00 CHALLENGE
Did you know the squad's average response time is 6 minutes? We invite you to take the 6-minute challenge. Any participant who runs our 5K at 6:00 minute pace or faster will receive a free entry into our 2025 event.
Location
TPC Jasna Polana, 4519 Province Line Road, Princeton, 08540, NJ, United States
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