Greta's Run 5K & Memory Walk

Event Details

• Date: Sunday, May 17, 2026
• Location: Roosevelt Intermediate School, Westfield, NJ
• Race Schedule:
  • 5K Race at 9:00 AM
  • Kids Fun Run at 10:00 AM
  • Memory Walk at 10:30 AM

History of the Event

• Founded: Greta’s Run was founded in 2012 in memory of Greta Schoenemann.
• Inspiration: Greta, a Westfield High School freshman, tragically died after an accident.
• Supported By: Imagine, A Center for Coping with Loss, along with the Schoenemann family.
• Community Impact: Participants honor loved ones lost and keep their legacies alive.

Fundraising Goals

• Last Year: Over $250,000 raised for Imagine’s programs.
• Future Goals: Aim to raise $300,000 this year.
• Purpose: Funding will help open additional Nights of Support.
• Community Commitment: Ensuring access to grief care for families and children.

About Imagine

• Location: Centers in Mountainside and Newark, NJ.
• Support Groups: Free, year-round peer grief support for children and families.
• Statistics: 151,000 children in NJ will face loss before 18: 365,000 by age 25.
• Mission: Transforming grief into resilience, empathy, and compassion.

T-Shirt & Bib Pick Up

• Location: Fleet Feet Westfield
• Schedule:
  • Friday, May 15th: 4 - 7 PM
  • Saturday, May 16th: 9 AM - 1 PM (early opening)
• Race Day Pick Up: Available starting at 7:45 AM on race morning.

More Information

For more details, you can visit the official race page: Greta's Run for Imagine.