Arman Roy Foundation 2026 5K Run for Hope

Good vibes. Great people. One incredible cause. 🏃🏽‍♀️ Join us for our 8th Annual 5K Run for Hope! Whether you're chasing a personal best or simply enjoying a walk with friends and family, every step sparks hope for Newark students.

It's always a morning to remember with DJ Roger 🎧 keeping the energy high, family-friendly games and activities, a 1K Kids Fun Run, and a refreshing ice treat waiting at the finish line. 🍧

Most importantly, your registration helps expand year-round after-school STEM programs, giving hundreds of underserved students access to coding, robotics, AI, and the technology skills they need to thrive. 🧑🏽‍💻

The easiest way to change a student's future? Start with one step. Register today and join us! 💙

In-Person Event Details (Basking Ridge, NJ)

• Sunday, September 13th at Pleasant Valley Park, Basking Ridge, NJ

• 5K Race Begins at 10:00am sharp. Arrive by 9:00am to check in and enjoy pre-race activities!

• Registration in advance is $25. On site registration is $35.

• Fun Run for kids 10 and under is Free. Registration required in advance for fun run.

• Complimentary 5K Run for Hope T-shirts for all pre-registered participants. 

• 5K medals awarded for top 3 male and females in age categories: Under 18, 18-29, 30-44, 45-59, 60+

Virtual Event Details

(Run / Walk Anywhere)

• Run/Walk Virtually Anywhere Anytime Weekend of September 11th-13th

• Virtual Event Registration is $25 and open until September 13th 8pm EST.

• All virtual participants will receive a Digital Bib and Finisher's Certificate.

• Optional: track your Virtual 5K Results using your own preferred RaceApp and post results to RunSignUp by September 8th 10pm. Top 2 male & female winners in these categories: under 18, 18-29, 30-44, 45-59, 60+, will receive a special social media shout-out!!

• Take a Photo - Post a photo of yourself/family/dog to our Facebook event page! Pictures with the most 'likes' win a prize!

Become a 5K SPONSOR!

• $1000 Blue Level 5K Run for Hope Event Sponsorship includes:

• Name or Logo on all 5K signage and t-shirts

• Social media and foundation website recognition

• Recognition at Awards event 

• Complimentary registration for four 

• How to Sign Up: Make your sponsorship payment via credit card here OR make your check payable to the Arman Roy Foundation and mail to: 3 Park West Drive, Mountainside, NJ 07092. The deadline for sponsorship commitments is August 15, 2026.