West Orange 'Heroes For Children' 5K and Fun Walk Set For 2016

From New Jersey Children's Alliance:

ESSEX COUNTY, NJ – Registration is open for the annual NJCA Heroes for Children 5K Family Fun Run at the South Mountain Recreation Complex in West Orange on Saturday, October 1, 2016. Walkers and runners of all ages and abilities are welcome to come out and help raise awareness about child abuse and neglect in New Jersey. Form a team of your favorite heroes and come together to be fundraisers for a great cause. Superhero costumes encouraged!

Activities include face painting, balloon art, crafts, and music. There will be special appearances from NPD Batman and Batgirl, as well as giveaways. After the event, receive $5 admission to the Turtle Back Zoo, MiniGOLF Safari, and Codey Arena on the day of the event with proof of registration.

“Everyone is welcome to walk or run on October 1st,” said Pete Boser, NJCA Board President, “Please join us at the NJCA Heroes for Children 5K and Family Fun Run/Walk to support those who investigate abuse, help children heal from abuse, and hold offenders accountable. We are asking the people of New Jersey to come out and help us help child abuse victims become survivors.”

Through registration fees and sponsorships of this event, NJCA raises awareness and funds to support county-based Children’s Advocacy Centers and Multidisciplinary Teams throughout the state. These Children’s Advocacy Centers are child-friendly places that help abused children heal by providing comprehensive and coordinated responses to reports of child abuse. The goal is to make sure every county in the state has an accredited Center because currently only 9 of the 21 counties have one.

Be a Superhero for Children in New Jersey! Please help raise awareness about child abuse and neglect, and the role of child advocacy centers and multidisciplinary teams in promoting hope, healing and justice for child victims and their families. To register for the USATF-certified 5K, the fun run, or to make a donation, click here.

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