May 22 run benefits domestic violence victims

Men, women, and youngsters are invited to take part in the 11th Annual Run for Rachel to raise funds for victims of domestic violence. The event is at the Memorial Oval in Livingston Sunday, May 22. Participants can create a personal fundraising page. Go to http://www.firstgiving.com/JFSMetroWest/Event/runforrachel.

The morning includes a 5K women’s open race, a 3K walk, and a kids’ run. Registration begins at 7:30 a.m., the 5K run begins at 9:30 a.m., and the 3K walk begins at 9:40 a.m. Registration is also available online.

The event benefits the Rachel Coalition, a partnership of nine northern New Jersey organizations serving domestic violence victims. The top pledge raiser will win a Kindle.

The event includes children’s entertainment, a DJ, refreshments, goodie bags, and prize drawings. Participants can enter individually or by forming teams and asking friends and family members to sponsor them with a pledge.

Preregistration before May 15 is $22 for either the 5K run or the 3K walk, $20 for USATF members. After May 15 and on race day, the 5K run or 3K walk will be $25. The kids’ run is $7.