If you’ve been thinking about ways to give back, why not sign up for a charity event this June, where everyone in your family can get in on the action? Grab your walking shoes and head to the Annual Valerie Fund Walk & 5K Run in Verona, watch athletes compete in bocce, tennis, swimming, or powerlifting at the NJ Special Olympics Summer Games in Ewing, or take in the beauty of nature and the gorgeous gardens at the Bordentown Historical Society at the Bordentown City History in Bloom Garden Tour. Want to know more about NJ charities to give back to? Find one near you with our charity guide. (featured photo credit: iStock/FatCamera)
(Note: It’s always best to check ahead for in-person events)
NJ Special Olympics Summer Games
June 5-7
From June 5-7, athletes will compete in bocce, gymnastics, tennis, softball, swimming, powerlifting, and track and field. Come and cheer on these athletes during this 3-day competition at The College of New Jersey.
Cost: Free; click here to donate
The College of New Jersey, 2000 Pennington Road, Ewing, NJ
Annual Valerie Fund Walk & 5K Run
June 6 at 8:30 AM
Grab your walking shoes and head to this event where the whole family can get moving and help support a great cause. There will be a 5K, a walk, or a kids’ sprint. In its 20th year, this event helps support The Valerie Fund, a nonprofit organization that provides individualized care to children with cancer and blood disorders at medical centers near their homes.
Cost: Registration fee
Verona Park, Porcello Lane, Verona, NJ 07044
Bordentown City History in Bloom Garden Tour
June 6 at 11 AM
Take in the beauty of nature and the gorgeous gardens at the Bordentown Historical Society to help support this nonprofit that works to preserve, teach, and inspire curiosity about Bordentown’s history.
Cost: $10 per child ages 8- 16, $23 per adult, and $20 per member
302 Farnsworth Avenue, Bordentown, NJ 08505
2nd Annual Walk & Run For Dementia Awareness
June 13 at 10 AM
Lace up those running shoes and get moving for dementia awareness. This is a great way for the whole family to help support this cause and spend time together enjoying the gorgeous weather.
Cost: $40
Lincoln Park, 1 County Road 605, Jersey City, NJ 07304
5K Run For Danny’s Pantry
June 14 at 8:30 AM
Get ready to come together as a community and move for a good cause. The race will kick off at 8:30 AM, and the proceeds will be in memory of Daniel Anderl and will support families in need in the community.
Cost: Registration prices vary
Essex County South Mountain Recreation Complex, 3 Cherry Lane, West Orange, NJ 07052
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