Mommy B Crusaders Youth 5K Run & 1-Mile Walk
About the Event
Mommy B Crusader Youth 5K Run and 1-Mile Walk
Riverwinds Community Center
Saturday, May 23rd
10:00am- Race Start
(Race Day Registration and Packet Pickup begins at 8:30am)
Join us for a morning of fitness, fellowship, and community impact! This event supports the scholarship fund established in honor of the late Rev. (Mrs.) Oluyemisi Babajide, continuing her 21-year vision to empower local youth through the Crusaders Youth Camp (CYC).
More than just a race, this is a community health and unity initiative. We invite all Paulsboro residents to join us free of charge to promote wellness and strengthen local bonds.
Paulsboro Residents: Enjoy free registration, event T-shirts (while supplies last), and post-race refreshments!
Event Schedule
● 8:30 AM | Registration & Check-in: Check in, grab your gear, and connect with neighbors.
● 9:45 AM | Opening Ceremony: Prayer, announcements, and a tribute to the legacy of "Mommy B."
● 10:00 AM | The Main Event: The 5K Race and 1-Mile Walk begin!
● 11:15 AM | Post-Race Social & Resource Fair: Refuel with healthy snacks, food and refreshments while exploring missions and resources from local businesses.
Can't make it in person? Choose the Virtual Option!
Empowering Youth: The Crusaders Youth Camp
100% of proceeds go directly to the Crusaders Youth Camp, a faith-based program for youth ages 6–21. For over 20 years, CYC has provided a transformative environment where campers:
● Strengthen Faith: Discover their potential through spiritual development and Christ-centered guidance.
● Build Lifelong Connections: Foster meaningful, supportive relationships with peers and mentors.
● Develop Skills: Participate in diverse workshops ranging from STEM and Entrepreneurship to Songwriting, Team Sports, and Leadership.
Register or Learn More Visit: www.crusadersyouthcamp.org to help us empower the next generation and foster lasting spiritual growth.
Event Management and Timing Provided by TNT Event ManagementJoin fellow runners on May 23, 2026 for the Mommy B Crusaders Youth 5K Run & 1-Mile Walk. It's a fantastic 5K, 1.6K featuring a flat and fast course in Thorofare.
Races Offered
Running
5K Run
Race Day registration and packet pick-up begins at 8:30am at the Riverwinds Amphitheater. Awards to overall male and female winners.
Virtual 5K or 1Mile
**How to Participate & Log Your Miles** Welcome to the Mommy B 5K/1Mi Virtual Crew! Whether you're in Paulsboro or elsewhere, here’s how to stay connected: 1. **Join the Strava Club:** Connect with the "One Crew" here: https://strava.app.link/nXcVZiEzu2b 2. **Run/Walk Your Race:** Complete your miles on May 23, 2026. 3. **Submit Official Results:** Log your time on the RunSignup results page and upload a finish line selfie! 4. **Get Featured:** Post on IG using #MommyB5K and #BuiltDifferentCrew and tag us so we can repost you!
Walking
1 Mile Fun Walk
Race Day registration and packet pick-up begins at 8:30am at the Riverwinds Amphitheater.
About Thorofare
Mommy B Crusaders Youth 5K Run & 1-Mile Walk takes place in Thorofare, New Jersey, United States. The local timezone is America/New_York.
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