The Bunny Hop 5K Fun Run & Walk will be held on April 2, 2023 in Manahawkin!

The annual event is hosted by Stafford Township and Family Promise of the Jersey Shore as part of the Mayor’s Wellness Campaign.

STAFFORD, NJ – Mark your calendars! Family Promise of the Jersey Shore, an Ocean County based non-profit organization, will co-host with Stafford Township Mayor Gregory Myhre, the Bunny Hop 5K Fun Run and Walk at the Stafford Township Municipal Complex in Manahawkin on Sunday, April 2, 2023! Family Promise of the Jersey Shore is dedicated to helping families experiencing homelessness and economic uncertainty to achieve sustainable independence through prevention programs, advocacy, and community support services in Ocean County.

“At the Bunny Hop 5K Fun Run and Walk, the community can come together to get active and learn about the impacts of homelessness here in Ocean County and how they can help. Community support is imperative to our mission”, said Elizabeth Golla, Executive Director of Family Promise of the Jersey Shore. All proceeds from the event will benefit Family Promise of the Jersey Shore’s mission and prevention programs, helping local families facing economic hardships stay in their homes.

Walk and Run participants have the opportunity to set individual fundraising goals in support of Family Promise of the Jersey Shore. Sponsorship opportunities are also available starting at $50. “Please consider offering your support, whether it is through a financial donation, sponsorship, running or walking, or volunteering at the event. Each person makes a difference in the battle against homelessness,” said Golla.

Fun Run and Walk registration and packet pick up begins at 8 a.m. on April 2nd at the Stafford Township Municipal Complex located at 260 East Bay Avenue in Manahawkin. A registration fee of $35 is required to participate in both the Fun Run and Walk. To register, donate or become a sponsor, visit: https://www.raceforum.com/event/346390/sign-up. To learn more about volunteer opportunities at the Bunny Hop 5K, please visit https://www.familiypromisejerseyshore.org.