Event Details

Event Information

Event Schedule

  • Saturday, April 24th at 8:00am - Welcome Message

  • By Saturday, May 8th at 2:00pm - Upload your time & photos; be sure to share on social using #BuildingTomorrowsNJ

  • Monday, May 10th - Awards Announced

Questions? Click the button below for Event FAQs or email Heather Comstock at hcomstock@arcessex.org.

Registration Fees

The following registration fees apply:

Runners: (for any race distance)

  • Feb 1 – March 15: $25.00 with promo code "EARLY"

  • After March 15:  $30.00

  • Run registration includes a custom race bib, finisher medal, and completion certificate

  • Donate or raise $100 or more to also receive a commemorative 2021 event t-shirt

Walkers:

  • $10 to participate

  • Donate or raise $30 or more to receive a medal & completion certificate

  • Donate or raise $100 or more to receive a commemorative 2021 event t-shirt, medal, and completion certificate

Make sure to print your "I Support The Arc Because..." sign to pin to the back of your t-shirt. Let people know why you are running, walking, or participating in the event this year. Tell your story!

Print your's ahead of time by clicking the "T-Shirt Sign" button below.

Runner Information

Virtually gather your friends, family, and coworkers to join the #BuildingTomorrowsNJ 5K, 10K and half marathonRun a route of your choosing, submit your time & photos when you are done, and share your success on social media using #BuildingTomorrowsNJ.

Awards Catagories:

All runners will receive a custom, printable race bib, finisher medal, and completion certificate.  Runners who donate or raise $100 or more will also receive a commemorative 2021 event t-shirt. Submit photos in the following categories to win prizes:

  • Best Virtual Team Photo
  • Most Creative Cheer Sign
  • Best Essex County Landmark Selfie
  • Most Scenic Route

Walker Information

Why walk alone? Virtually rally your friends, family, and coworkers and create a team as you walk in support of children and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. 

  • 1-mile walk at your own pace and a location of your choosing
  • All walkers who donate or raise $30 or more will receive a custom finisher medal and completion certificate. Donate or raise $100 or more to also receive a commemorative 2021 event t-shirt
  • Submit your time and photos; be sure to also share your success on social media using #BuildingTomorrowsNJ
  • Prizes awarded for the best virtual team photo, most creative cheer sign, best Essex County landmark selfie, and most scenic route

The Arc of Essex County

A nonprofit organization dedicated to providing supports and services to children and adults with Autism, Down syndrome, and other intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families.

Address: 123 Naylon Avenue, Livingston, NJ 07039

Phone: 973-535-1181

Website: www.arcessex.org

All proceeds from this event directly benefit The Arc of Essex County.

For event inquiries, contact Heather Comstock at hcomstock@arcessex.org or (973) 535-1181 x1224.