THE RACE

This life-changing marathon brings together communities, athletes, and supporters alike to make a difference in the lives of those who need us.

DATE:

DATE TO BE DETERMINED

TIME:

8:00AM

DISTANCE:

13.1 Miles

Join NJ Run 4 Hope as we shut down Route 9 for the first time!

Embark on an exhilarating 13.1-mile adventure starting from All American Ford in Old Bridge, New Jersey, and culminating at iPlay America in Freehold, New Jersey. As you lace up your running shoes, prepare to traverse scenic routes and picturesque landscapes, immersing yourself in the beauty of the Garden State.


U.S. Route 9 in New Jersey has been in existence since 1926. It's 166.8 miles long and runs from Cape May in the south to the George Washington Bridge on the New York-New Jersey state line in the north. The route goes through the counties of Cape May, Atlantic, Burlington, Ocean, Monmouth, Middlesex, Union, Essex, Hudson, and Bergen.


Whether you're a seasoned runner or embracing the challenge for the first time, the journey promises to ignite your spirit of endurance and perseverance.

RACE FEATURES:

SCORED

FINISHER MEDALS

WAVE STARTS

RUN THROUGH HISTORY!

Welcome to Historic Route 9, where every step echoes the footfalls of our nation's past. Join us on a journey through time as we traverse the very path where the Revolutionary War unfolded, where the spirit of freedom clashed with the forces of tyranny. As you lace up your running shoes, prepare to immerse yourself in the rich history that lines this storied route. From quaint colonial towns to battlegrounds where heroes once stood, each mile offers a glimpse into the struggles and triumphs that shaped our nation. Whether you're a seasoned runner seeking adventure or a history enthusiast yearning to connect with the past, Historic Route 9 beckons, inviting you to run alongside the ghosts of patriots and forge your own path through history.

OLD BRIDGE, NJ

The first settlers were John Warne, son of one of the original proprietors of East Jersey, and John and Susannah Brown, who obtained a 1,000-acre land grant from the King of England in 1737. A section of the Township still carries the name Browntown.

MARLBORO, NJ

Marlboro Township was the site of several skirmishes during the American Revolutionary War, especially after the Battle of Monmouth in 1778. The British frequently raided the Pleasant Valley section for food and livestock.

MANALAPAN, NJ

In 1778, the Battle of Monmouth was fought on land that is now part of Manalapan and Freehold townships. The battle was a Revolutionary War engagement that involved 30,000 British and Continental troops. On the 200th anniversary of the battle, in 1978, the state opened the 1,520 acre Monmouth Battlefield State Park.

FREEHOLD, NJ

Freehold Township was established in 1693, becoming one of the first three townships in Monmouth County. The name comes from the English legal term for fee simple property ownership. During the Revolutionary War, Freehold was a center of patriot activity. The Battle of Monmouth took place in Freehold in 1778.

RUN THROUGH HISTORY!

Welcome to Historic Route 9, where every step echoes the footfalls of our nation's past. Join us on a journey through time as we traverse the very path where the Revolutionary War unfolded, where the spirit of freedom clashed with the forces of tyranny. As you lace up your running shoes, prepare to immerse yourself in the rich history that lines this storied route. From quaint colonial towns to battlegrounds where heroes once stood, each mile offers a glimpse into the struggles and triumphs that shaped our nation. Whether you're a seasoned runner seeking adventure or a history enthusiast yearning to connect with the past, Historic Route 9 beckons, inviting you to run alongside the ghosts of patriots and forge your own path through history.

OLD BRIDGE, NJ

The first settlers were John Warne, son of one of the original proprietors of East Jersey, and John and Susannah Brown, who obtained a 1,000-acre land grant from the King of England in 1737. A section of the Township still carries the name Browntown.

MARLBORO, NJ

Marlboro Township was the site of several skirmishes during the American Revolutionary War, especially after the Battle of Monmouth in 1778. The British frequently raided the Pleasant Valley section for food and livestock.

MANALAPAN, NJ

In 1778, the Battle of Monmouth was fought on land that is now part of Manalapan and Freehold townships. The battle was a Revolutionary War engagement that involved 30,000 British and Continental troops. On the 200th anniversary of the battle, in 1978, the state opened the 1,520 acre Monmouth Battlefield State Park.

FREEHOLD, NJ

Freehold Township was established in 1693, becoming one of the first three townships in Monmouth County. The name comes from the English legal term for fee simple property ownership. During the Revolutionary War, Freehold was a center of patriot activity. The Battle of Monmouth took place in Freehold in 1778.

RACE COMMITTEES

We are grateful for the unwavering support of our townships in making the NJ Run 4 Hope Half Marathon a resounding success. Together, we're spreading hope, one stride at a time.

EXECUTIVE RACE COMMITTEES

EVENT CHAIR

Jim Raffone

EVENT Co-Chair

Stephen Walsh 

MEDIA RELATIONS

Kimberly Bukowiec

BOARD MEMBERS

OLD BRIDGE

Lt. Matikonis 

MARLBORO

Sgt. Marrone

MANALAPAN

D.Chief Maltese 

FREEHOLD BOROUGH

Capt. Steppat 

FREEHOLD TOWNSHIP

Lt. Hall

MEDIA RELATIONS

Kimberly Bukowiec

Monmouth Country OEM

Shaun Golden

ADVISORY BOARD

Senator Henry

State Senate

Senator Gopal

State Senate

Congressman Smith

District 4

Mayor Walker

Old Bridge

Mayor Hornik

Marlboro

Mayor Musich
Manalapan

Mayor Kane
Freehold Borough

Mayor Ammiano
Freehold Township

Chief Montagna

Old Bridge

Chief Pezzullo
Marlboro

Chief Maltese
Manalapan

Chief Dispenza
Freehold Borough

Chief Bauman

Freehold Township

Scott Lange

Lange Marketing

TOWNSHIP RACE COMMITTEES

Old Bridge

Administration Chief of Fire O.B. Bob Verney

Jason Savino

David Hernandez

Laura Aliberti

MARLBORO

Wendy Hoyt

Julie Black

Leighann Farmer

MANALAPAN

Chair: Rebecca Seery

Jason Savino

Brooke Downey

Samantha Peters

Fred Hodge Jr

Freehold Borough

FREEHOLD TOWNSHIP

Mike Grande

GySgt Richard Hamilton

PACE COORDINATOR

Sweeper Vehicles

Moving Guys

Carpets to Go

Shore Luxury Limos

WATER STATION SPONSORS

MARLBORO

Orangetheory
Marlboro

MANALAPAN

Empowering Nursing Solutions
Panera Bread

The Gone Running Program

Coldwell Banker

FREEHOLD BOROUGH

Ryan “OD” Donoghue Memorial Fund

AID STATIONS

The Megan Schulman Memorial Foundation

PHOTOGRAPHY

MarathonFoto

DJ's

CT Entertainment
Starting Line

DJ Face
Marlboro

DJ Antonio Corrao
Manalapan

DJ Mo
Freehold

BUSINESS EXPO

Chair-Christine Romeo

Co-Chair- Stephen Ingram

Jessica DeAngelis

Jennifer Cornier

BUSINESS EXPO SPONSOR

360 Entertainment 
DJ and video production