The event welcomes runners and walkers of all ages and abilities while supporting first responders, diabetes research and education, and other charitable causes. Over the past 17 years, the Turkey Trot has raised more than $365,000.
Beneficiaries have included the Chatham Township Volunteer Fire Department, Chatham Emergency Squad, Chatham Township PBA #170, Diabetes Research Institute, Barton Center for Diabetes Education and Tunnel to Towers Foundation. This year, The SHOW UP Project joins the list in memory of Patti Barrett.
“Her memory inspires us to continue the spirit of generosity, community, and ‘showing up’ that has always been at the heart of the Chatham Turkey Trot,” said founder and president Curt Ritter.
Activities begin near Seminole Way and 110 Van Houton Avenue, with race-day registration and warm-ups at 8 a.m. The family fun run starts at approximately 8:30 a.m., followed by the 5K at approximately 9:15 a.m. The fire department will suspend a 50-foot American flag above the course from Ladder 12.
For registration and event details, visit www.TheChathamTurkeyTrot.org. Sponsorship inquiries may be sent to TheChathamTurkeyTrot@gmail.com.
