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The Paul Jackson 5K

 Paul Jackson  5K Run  * 2 Mile Walk  *  Kids' Fun Run

                           Oak Ridge Park, Clark

The Paul Jackson Fund is a charity based in Westfield that provides assistance to families in financial crisis due to a catastrophic illness or disability.

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The PJF was started in 1991 to assist Paul Jackson who became paralyzed from a surgery to remove a spinal cord tumor. After he no longer needed the assistance of the Fund, Paul took control of it, and assisted those most in need.  After a courageous battle with cancer, Paul passed away last year. His wish was for The Fund to continue.   Please visit us at: www.pauljacksonfund.org

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