Roxbury PBA 311 5K Charity Run/Walk

Roxbury PBA 311 5K Charity Run/Walk

Our third annual charity 5K will be held on June 27, 2026, at 9:00 a.m. The event will take place at Horseshoe Lake in Succasunna NJ and all proceeds will go to Erin, Gianna, and Johnny.

Erin’s Story

• Initial Symptoms: In early April 2025, Erin began experiencing what seemed like seasonal allergy symptoms, including headaches, severe congestion, and swollen, watery eyes.
• Diagnosis: On July 8, Erin was officially diagnosed with high-risk B-cell acute lymphoblastic leukemia (B-ALL).
• Treatment Journey: Since then, she has endured hospital stays, extensive testing, bone marrow biopsies, spinal taps, and chemotherapy.
• Community Support: Deep gratitude remains for the love, support, kindness, and generosity received from family, friends, and the community.

Gianna’s Story

• Health Concerns: Last spring, Gianna began showing signs that something was not quite right with low energy, inconsistent fevers, and a poor appetite.
• Diagnosis: On September 30, Gianna received an official diagnosis of B-cell leukemia after the third bone marrow biopsy confirmed an increased presence of leukemia cells.
• Treatment: She began treatment in mid-October at Memorial Sloan Kettering in New York City.
• Long Road Ahead: Although treatment is underway, the road ahead remains long, with at least two years expected before complete remission.

Johnny’s Story

• Diagnosis Impact: When a child is diagnosed with cancer, an entire family is changed forever: Johnny was diagnosed with high-risk leukemia on September 24.
• Hospital Stays: Since then, Johnny has spent more than 60 nights in the hospital and has been put to sleep for 10 spinal taps.
• Community Support: The local police department is hosting a run fundraiser to support families, including Johnny’s, who are facing childhood cancer.
• Importance of the Event: This event is more than just a race—it is a chance for neighbors, friends, and strangers to come together and show love, strength, and support.

Event Details

• Date: June 27, 2026
• Location: 72 Eyland Avenue, Succasunna, NJ
• Registration: Race day registration will start at 7:30 a.m. by the Imagination Station in Horseshoe Lake.
• Price: The price of the event is $30.00. Accepting registrations on the day of the event. Children 10 and under are free.

Awards

• Top Runners: Awards will be given to the top 3 Male and 3 Female runners.
• Age Categories: Awards will also be given to the top Male and Female runners in several age groups: 15-Under, 16-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-Over.
• Shirts: A shirt will be given to the first 300 people.
• Course: The Course is USATF-NJ certified and will be a sanctioned event.

Post-Race Celebration

• Activities: The post-race celebration will include a traveling petting zoo, bagels, coffee, cold beverages, and music.
• Vendor Information: If you wish to be a vendor or have any additional questions please contact the Race hotline: (973)448-2051 or email axhudo@roxburypd.com.
• Strollers: Strollers are welcomed.

Additional Information

• Event Time: The event starts at 9:00 a.m.
• Link to Register: For more details and registration, visit here.