Paws & Soles Saving Lives with Strides 5K Run/Walk and Fun Run- Benefiting the Friends of Somerset Regional Animal Shelter

Join Friends of Somerset Regional Animal Shelter as we come together to raise funds for the Cupid Fund. 

The Paws & Soles Saving Lives with Strides 5K Run/Walk and Fun Run is a major fundraiser for the Friends of Somerset Regional Animal Shelter (FOSRAS) and a wag of a great time! The annual event draws animal lovers from all over to share the day with and in honor of four-legged friends. In addition to the official 5K event, the day includes vendors, food, and of course, a chance to meet FURiends. 

The Cupid Fund

The Cupid Fund is a special fund dedicated to helping our shelter animals that require extraordinary medical treatment. The fund provides care for any animal needing more than the basics- spay/neuter, vaccines, and microchipping. All medical tests, blood work, specialist consults, surgery, treatment of illnesses, etc. are paid for by donations to FOSRAS Cupid Fund. Please visit our website at: https://www.fosras.com

Race Details

Friends, participants, and canines will run/walk the flat trails and picturesque backdrop of the flat, fast, USATF-NJ Certified Course at Duke Island Park. There will be Overall Winner Awards and Age Group Awards. Walk or run with your dog! Dogs can join the race starting at 9:20 AM and are required to start at the back of the starting group behind the runners. Registered dogs receive a doggy goody bag (while supplies last).

The Kiddie Dash is Back!! 

4 years old and under- 25 yard dash
5-7 years old- 50 yard dash

All kiddie dash participants will receive a finisher prize 

Participants registered by September 15th are guaranteed a t-shirt or long-sleeve shirt. During registration, there is an option to forgo the t-shirt. 

Day of registration: Run/Walk- $40 + $5/dog
                                Kids 10 and under $15
                                Kiddie Dash: $12 

To ensure an enjoyable walk for 2 legged and 4 legged participants:

• Please refrain from using Flexi leads, only 6’ leads or less allowed
• All Dogs must be current on shots and no females in heat
• Please do not bring pets whose behavior may endanger others
• Participants must clean up after their pet and provide appropriate feces collection bags for such use. 

Certified 5K Course Link:

https://www.certifiedroadraces.com/certificate/?type=l&id=NJ16520JHP

Event Schedule

8:30 AM Registration Opens
9:10 AM Kiddie Dash
9:25 AM 5K Run/Walk Start
10:15 AM 5K Awards Ceremony
10:45 AM Doggy Costume Contest 
9:00-12:00 PM Vendors open

Vendors will be available until 12 PM

Awards

Overall 1st place 5k - Male & Female 
Overall 2nd place 5k - Male & Female 
Overall 3rd place 5k - Male & Female 

Age categories
Top 3 5k finishers, male & female in various age categories.

Race Bibs

We use Chronotrack RFID systems for chip timing. All awards will be calculated based on chip time, not gun time.

Sponsorships Available!

Email heartandsole5knj@gmail.com to participate!

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FOSRAS gives the shelter  approximately $80,000 to $100,000 for medical expenses annually. 

 

 

GROOT

Groot (aka Ferris)  came to the shelter as a small puppy with a  luxating patella. He had surgery on his left leg and is now recovering and feels so much better. He might need surgery on his other leg but he can run, jump and play like every other dog!

He is such a great boy who is full of love and affection! He is still available for adoption. 

DEFINITION: A luxating patella occurs when the dog patella (kneecap), which normally sits on the groove of the femur (thighbone), shifts out of alignment. It can occur in one, or both, of the hind legs

 

RUBY

 

Ruby came to us as a very sick little kitty. She had FIP. One of our loving vet techs took her in for a 3 month treatment regimen. She had to be closely monitored and given medicine several times a day. In addition, she required several rounds of bloodwork throughout her treatment to ensure it was working. We are happy to say she is now cured and adopted into a wonderful home! Ruby’s FIP treatment and observation was made possible by the Cupid Fund.

DEFINITION: Feline infectious peritonitis (FIP) is a viral disease of cats caused by certain strains of a virus called the feline coronavirus. Most strains of feline coronavirus are found in the gastrointestinal tract and do not cause significant disease. These are referred to as feline enteric coronavirus (FeCV)

 

CALLING ALL EVENT SPONSORS

Paws and Soles Saving Lives with Strides Run/Walk 5K

Friends of Somerset Regional Animal Shelter (FOSRAS) is once again planning our annual Paws and Soles- Saving Lives with Strides Shelter 5K Run/Walk and Fun Run, to be held on October 20, 2024 at Duke Island Park in Bridgewater. Proceeds from this fundraiser make it possible for us to continue offering important services to homeless animals at Somerset Regional Animal Shelter, in Bridgewater. 

FOSRAS, a 501(c)(3) non-profit, is a volunteer group designed to support the Somerset Regional Animal Shelter.  We work as a team with shelter staff to organize on and off-site adoption, fundraising events, volunteer opportunities, educational opportunities, and so much more! Since we are a 501(c)(3) non-profit, you can claim sponsorship or donations on your tax return. 

We can only achieve our goals with the assistance of generous donations from members of our community. We are asking your business to support our Paws and Soles Shelter 5K Run/Walk event by committing to one of the sponsorships on the attached pages, or by donating a gift in kind, such as gift certificates, which we can use as runner prizes. This year we are excited to be offering new sponsorship levels with enhanced offering. 

Thank you in advance for your generosity and support in making this a successful event.

Sincerely,
Paws and Soles  5K Committee
HeartandSole5KNJ@gmail.com

Friends of Somerset Regional Animal Shelter (FOSRAS)
Paws and Soles 5K Committee
PO Box 8073
Bridgewater, NJ 08807

SPONSORSHIP LEVELS

Presenting Sponsor 5K Run/Walk- $1,700

Naming opportunity on website and promotional materials to read: “Paws & Soles 5K Run/Walk Fundraiser”  sponsored by “Your Company Name”
Company logo, link and 50-word company description on website
Company name/ logo on T-Shirt
Company name/ logo at Start/Finish Line
Company name listed on sponsor board 
Logo on runner/walker bib 
Company and link on race registration website
Biweekly sponsor email with website link
Social media recognition: Facebook: SRAS page (29,000+ followers); FOSRAS page (4,500+ followers)  
Two complimentary walk/run registrations  

Grand Prize Sponsor- $1,300

Company logo & link on website
Company Name on T-shirt 
Company name listed on sponsor board
Grand Prize signage at start line
Company and link on race registration website 
Biweekly sponsor email with website link
Social media recognition
Two complimentary walk/run registrations

Runner Prize Sponsor- $350 

Name announced during prize ceremony and logo on prize table
Social media recognition
Company name listed on sponsor board

Photobooth Sponsor-  $300

Tabletop signage on photobooth table
Name announced during race 
Company name listed on sponsor board
Social media recognition

Costume Contest Sponsor- $200 

Name announced during prize ceremony and social media promo
Company name on FOSRAS website and race website
Company name listed on sponsor board
Social media recognition

Food & Beverage Sponsor- $200 

Tabletop signage on F&B table
Name announced during race 
Company name listed on sponsor board
Social media recognition

Mile Marker Sponsor or Water Stop Sponsor- $150

Company name & logo on Mile Marker or Water Stop Signs
Company name listed sponsor board
Social media recognition

Monetary Donation or In Kind Donation (Dog treats/toys, gift cards for prizes, items for runner prizes, etc.). Please note what you are donating.

*** If your sponsorship benefit includes a company logo or and, please submit the artwork to us no later than September 15.  Artwork and ads can be emailed to HeartandSole5KNJ@gmail.com 

 

 

 

5K Run/Walk Human Entry: Shirt

5k Run/Walk Human + 1 Dog: Shirt

5K Run/Walk Kids Age 10 and Under Entry: Short Sleeve Shirt

Kiddie Dash: Short Sleeve Shirt