Run For Recovery At Morristown Fourth Of July 5K Race

MORRISTOWN, NJ — Looking for a fun Fourth of July celebration this year? Take part in the Market Street Mission's annual 5K Race for Recovery.

Registration for the 8th annual 5K Run for Recovery, set for July 4 in Morristown and sponsored by Market Street Mission, is still open.

The 5K race and the 2-mile Freedom Walk are both signature events of the Morristown Fourth of July celebration.

The race will be held in person on July 4, at Morris County Central Park. Participants will enjoy a fun event that includes tech tees, chip timing, refreshments, awards, prizes and family fun, including a free race and other activities for children.

"The race will be over before noon, leaving you plenty of time to enjoy other holiday festivities," said the event organizers.

If you prefer to celebrate from home, or if the race is too far away, Mission Street Market is also hosting a virtual race over the Fourth of July weekend, where participants can run from anywhere in the world.

"A big part of the work we do at the Mission is our addiction recovery Life Change Program for men," Market Street Mission said. "Each year around the Fourth of July, while we celebrate the freedom of our country, we also host this race to celebrate freedom from addiction. It is a powerful time for people to gather together to support the Mission and to honor loved ones who have fought the battle against substance abuse."

Proceeds from the event will support the programs of the Market Street Mission, a non-profit organization that ministers to the hungry, homeless and those struggling with addiction in northern New Jersey.

"We aim to provide an addiction recovery plan that will guide men in making a “Life Change” by giving people the tools they need to find long-term sobriety," Market Street Mission said.

The Market Street Mission, founded in 1889, is an experienced organization with a proven method of combating alcoholism, substance abuse, hunger and homelessness in northern and central New Jersey.

As a private non-profit, they rely on the charitable contributions of caring individuals to provide more than 110,000 meals and 30,000 nights of shelter per year across their three locations.

"We encourage you to show your support for those who are striving for recovery from drug and alcohol addiction and help provide the necessary programs and resources for those in need in the community," Market Street Mission said.

Each year, through the support of the community, the Market Street Mission provides:

• 90,000+ meals
• 27,000+ nights of shelter
• $200,000 worth of goods through a Coat Giveaway, Thrift Store Vouchers, Project Backpack and other community aid
• Graduates up to 60 men from the Life Change Recovery Program

To learn more and to register, go to the Market Street Mission website.