29th Annual Gloucester TWP Scholarship Run-2026

29th Annual Gloucester TWP Scholarship Run-2026 Race Information

<h4><strong><span style="color:rgb( 224 , 62 , 45 )">2026 Registration will open in late fall 2025</span></strong></h4> <p>The Gloucester Township Day Scholarship Committee invites you to run with us in the 29th Annual Gloucester Township Scholarship 5K Run and One Mile Walk on Saturday, April 11, 2026. </p> <p>Proceeds from the event fund college scholarships for high school students residing in Gloucester Township.  </p> <p>The One Mile Walk/Run will begin at 8:30 am.  </p> <p>The 5K Run/Walk will begin at 9:00 am. </p> <p>Runners and Walkers check in starts at 8:00 am.  </p> <p>Race shirts guaranteed for the first 100 registered participants. </p> <p>Registration Fees –  5K Run/Walk- $25   One Mile Walk -$10</p> <p>Late Registration – Race Day – 5K Run/Walk - $30  </p> <p><b>Frequently Asked Questions</b></p> <p><b>Where is the race taking place?</b><br />Gloucester Township Municipal Complex – 1261 Chews Landing Road, Gloucester Township, NJ </p> <p><b>What is the course?</b><br />5K Course starts approximately 200 yards from the Senior Center on Chews Landing Road and loops through Police patrolled streets ending in the Municipal Complex parking lot.</p> <p>One Mile Walk - two loops around the Veteran’s Park track, with two small loops within the two loops.  </p> <p><b>Is there race day registration? </b><br />Race day registration is available from 8:00 am to 8:45 am.  </p> <p><b>Will I receive a shirt?</b><br />Race shirts are guaranteed for the first 100 registered participants.  </p> <p><b>How is the race timed?</b><br />Linmark Sports is authorized timing company that has timed our race for the last 28 years. </p> <p><b>How will I get my results?</b><br />Linmark will post results immediately as participants cross the finish line.  Results will also be available online later that day. </p> <p><b>What are the race categories? </b><br />Awards will be presented to First Male Overall, First Female Overall, First Gloucester Twp. Resident Finisher, First Parent &amp; Child Duo Finishers</p> <p>Age Groups – Top 3 Males &amp; Females - 12 &amp; Under, 13-19,  20-29,  30-39,  40-49,  50-59,  60-69,  70&#43; </p> <p><b>Is the race children and stroller friendly?</b><br />Yes.  Those pushing strollers are asked to start in the back.  </p> <p><b>Is race registration refundable?</b><br />Registration is non-refundable and non-transferable.  This is a rain or shine event.  </p> <p><b>Where do I get my bib and race shirt? </b><br />You can pick up your bib and race shirt on race day, starting at 8:00 am, in the Senior Center At The Gloucester Township Municipal Complex - 1261 Chews Landing Road, Gloucester Township, NJ</p> <p><b>Is there food? </b><br />We have a bountiful-race spread for our runners and walkers.</p> <p><b>Where are your restrooms? </b><br />We have indoor facilities!  No need to worry about smelly portable restrooms.   </p> <p><b>Where can I find out more information about the Gloucester Township Day Scholarship Committee?</b><br />Please visit <a href="http://www.GTDSC.org" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">www.GTDSC.org</a> for more information about our mission and events.  </p> <p>For additional information or sponsorship opportunities, please email: Orlando Mercado, Race Director at <a href="mailto:omercado&#64;verizon.net" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">omercado&#64;verizon.net </a> </p> <p> </p>