2026 Strides for Education 5k Run/Walk
Become a Sponsor
A Unique Opportunity for Your Business
The Strides for Education 5K Run/Walk has become a cherished tradition in Morris Plains, drawing serious runners, runners-in-training, walkers and a wide range of teams created by community organizations. Organized by the Education Foundation of Morris Plains, run proceeds support innovation in education in the Morris Plains School District.
Complete the form below to become a sponsor and raise your profile among active, engaged local residents! Sponsorship deadline is July 31, 2026.
For direct questions about this year’s race, contact:
Prefer to mail a check or donate through Venmo?
Download printable sponsor materials:
Sponsorship Levels
CHAMPION SPONSOR
Gift of $1,000
Maximum visibility + premium recognition
Company name and logo promoted via: Education Foundation of Morris Plains Website, (NEW) Registration Website (RunSignUp) with link to company webpage, Top-tier logo placement on race banner, Premier logo placement on official race t-shirt, (NEW) Race Route Feather Flag to showcase being a Champion Sponsor & official Fun Run Sponsor, (NEW) Social media video/reel post to highlight your company as our Champion Sponsor, (NEW) Your business will receive featured recognition in Plains Talk quarterly newsletter
Race day presence with a dedicated table to promote your business
(NEW) Four (4) complimentary race registrations & T-shirts. [This can be donated to an MP Child]
COURSE SPONSOR
Gift of $550
Strong visibility throughout the race experience
Company name and logo promoted via: Education Foundation of Morris Plains Website, (NEW) Registration Website (RunSignUp) with link to company webpage, Prominent logo placement on race banner, Logo on official race t-shirt, (NEW) Race Route Feather Flag to promote being a Course Sponsor, individual social media post/tag of your company
On-site promotional table/space
(NEW) Two (2) complimentary race registrations & T-shirts [This can be donated to a MP Child]
RACE SPONSOR
Gift of $300
Accessible entry point with meaningful exposure
Company name and logo promoted via: Education Foundation of Morris Plains Website, (NEW) Registration Website (RunSignUp) with link to company webpage, Logo featured on race banner, group social media post highlighting race sponsorships, Name listed on official race t-shirt
The Education Foundation of Morris Plains is a 501 (c) (3) nonprofit corporation.
Join Us on Race Day (Oct 25th)!
Join us to participate in our hybrid 5K Run/Walk! We offer a Kids' Fun Run and virtual options so everyone can join the fun.
You can also create a team for your organization to encourage your members/employees to be active and support local.
Race registration opens August 2026!
