Jersey Shore 5K Cancer Schlep
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Cheryl Diamond NJ Jersey Shore 5K Cancer Schlep
The event is a community run/walk titled the Cheryl Diamond Jersey Shore 5K Cancer Schlep. The event features a 5K course held at Joe Palaia Park in Ocean Township, NJ. The event brings together hundreds of participants, with ages ranging roughly from 5 to 90 years, to raise awareness and funds for breast, ovarian, and prostate cancer research and treatment.
Proceeds and support benefit global research on breast and ovarian cancer, studies of BRCA mutation carriers, and the BRCA Multidisciplinary Clinic at Rabin Medical Center’s Davidoff Cancer Center in Israel. The event also promotes awareness of BRCA genetic screening.
Operational notes from the organizer include that there is no bag check and participants are strongly encouraged not to bring bags or valuables. Bib pickup is available before the event; participants must know their bib number or use a self-lookup process if needed.
Awards are presented to the top male and female overall, and to the top male and female in age groups: 19 and under, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, and 70 and over. Registration for upcoming editions was listed as not yet open, and the site includes information from the prior edition held on June 14, 2026. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
