Step Up for The Arc Walk

Join The Arc, Ocean County Chapter, at our 24th Annual Step Up for The Arc Walk to raise awareness and funds for the 1,100 individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities we support in Ocean County, NJ.

• Date: Saturday, May 9, 2026
• Location: Jersey Shore BlueClaws ShoreTown Ballpark, 2 Stadium Way, Lakewood, NJ 08701
• Time: 10:00am - 1:00pm 

Event proceeds will benefit The Arc's mission to advocate, provide opportunities and supports necessary for all individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities to be accepted and valued as citizens of the community in which they choose to live, learn, work and play. Learn more at www.arcocean.org.  

How to register for the Step Up for The Arc Walk

1. Click the blue "Register" button.

2. Sign in or create a RunSignup account.

3. Choose to add additional registrants. 

   • Hint: This is a great option for group home managers to register all the residents at once.

4. Select the free 1-Mile Walk event.

5. Agree to the event waiver.

6. Choose your t-shirt size for the $50 fundraising incentive. You must reach your $50 goal to qualify.

7. Automatically become an individual fundraiser.

   • Hint: Share your fundraising page via Facebook, text, or email to help reach your fundraising goal.

8. Choose to join or create a fundraising team.

9. All Arc group homes, vocational programs, and support services use these team fundraisers to raise money for their wishlist items.

10. Choose to make a donation.

    • Hint: Donate $50 for your t-shirt fundraising incentive.

11. Check out and complete the registration.

12. Create a Facebook fundraiser and connect to your individual fundraising page automatically.

For any registration questions, please email Development@arcocean.org.

Support individuals with disabilities while receiving amazing marketing benefits for your business as an event sponsor. 

Tax-deductible donations can be made online via PayPal Giving or our Run Sign Up donation page. Alternatively, you can mail your sponsorship contribution to: The Arc, Ocean County Chapter, 393 Mantoloking Road, Brick, NJ 08723, Attn: Development.

Exclusive Presenting Event Sponsor $6,500

• Exclusive Presenting Event Sponsor on Walk print and digital marketing materials

• Featured on The Arc, Ocean County blog and social media channels with live link

• Prominent logo placement on 500 Walk event t-shirts

• Logo displayed on banner at event entrance and jumbotron (photo opportunity)

• Invited to distribute product and materials at events

Platinum “Registration” Sponsor $5,000

• Listed as Platinum Event Sponsor on Walk digital marketing materials

• Featured on The Arc, Ocean County social media channels with live link

• Large logo printed on 500 Walk event t-shirts

• Logo displayed on signage at event registration and jumbotron (branding opportunity)

• Invited to distribute product and materials at events

Gold “After Party” Sponsor $3,500

• Listed as Gold Event Sponsor on Walk digital marketing materials

• Featured on The Arc, Ocean County social media channels as lunch sponsor

• Medium logo printed on 500 Walk event t-shirts

• Logo displayed on signage at the lunch tent and jumbotron (branding opportunity)

• Invited to distribute product and materials at events

Silver “Family Fun” Sponsor $2,500

• Listed as Silver Event Sponsor on Walk website

• Medium logo printed on 500 Walk event t-shirts

• Logo displayed at Walk games and crafts and jumbotron (volunteer opportunity)

• Invited to distribute product and materials at Walk

Bronze “T-Shirt” Sponsor $1,000

• Listed as Bronze Event Sponsor on Walk website

• Small logo printed on 500 Walk event t-shirts

• Logo displayed on jumbotron

• Invited to distribute product and materials at Walk

 Arc Angel $500

• Business name printed on t-shirts

• Name displayed on jumbotron

 Tribute Trail $250

• Name displayed along Walk route

10:00 am Registration and Family Fun opens

11:00 am Celebration Ceremony

11:30 am 1-Mile Walk Starts

12:00 pm After-Party Celebration

Do I need to register in advance?
While advance online registration is strongly encouraged to ensure a quick and easy check-in, same day registration is always welcome. Event day registration opens at 10:00am at the 3rd base entrance, where our volunteers will assist you with completing a registration form and waiver, collecting day-of donations, and distributing t-shirts to participants who have raised $50 or more.

What games and activities will be available?
Family Fun activities will take place from 10:00am to 1:00pm throughout the concourse, which includes arts and crafts, carnival games, prizes, face painting, yoga, and more!

When does the Walk celebration ceremony begin?
The celebration ceremony will be broadcast from home plate at 11:00am and will include a group warm-up led by our Wellness Coordinator, special guest speakers, and the National Anthem.

When and where does the 1-mile Walk start?
The 1-mile Walk will begin immediately following the opening ceremony at the balloon arch by 1st base. The walk route is fully accessible, and each lap around the concourse is 1/3 mile, so participants are encouraged to complete three laps to reach one mile.

Will refreshments be provided?
Yes! Water, fruit, granola bars, and other light refreshments will be available throughout the event.

Is parking available?
Yes, free and accessible parking will be available on-site at the stadium.

What happens if it rains?
The event is rain or shine, so please come prepared for the appropriate weather.

The Step Up for The Arc Walk is a special fundraiser for the residents, participants, and staff of The Arc of Ocean. Every dollar raised through the program's team fundraiser helps purchase essential wishlist items such as art supplies, patio furniture, and field trip tickets, ensuring continued high-quality services for the individuals we support.

As a token of appreciation for your support and an incentive to encourage fundraising efforts, all registered participants who fundraise or donate a total of $50 or more are eligible to receive this year's commemorative event t-shirt. 

Please note that t-shirt pick-up at registration is first-come, first-served, and sizes are not guaranteed. Contact development@arcocean.org with any questions regarding our t-shirt incentive policy.