FAQ

1. How long is the Race? 
2. How much does the Race cost? 
3. Do I have to collect Pledges/Donations in order to participate in the Race? 
4. What happens if it rains? 
5. Can I volunteer before the Race? 
6. How do I become a sponsor? 
7. How do I learn more about being an exposition partner? 
8. Are in-kind sponsorships available? 
9. How to form a team? 
10. Is there a minimum number of members to form a team? 
11. Are children allowed to participate in the Race? 
12. Are roller skating or bicycles allowed on the course? 
13. Are dogs allowed to participate? 
14. Is there wheelchair accessibility? 
15. How do I get to the Race? 
16. Can you mail my bib and t-shirt to me? 
17. Can I pick up my t-shirt before the Race? 
18. Can I pick up my t-Shirt on Race Day? 
19. How much of my registration fee goes towards finding the cures for breast cancer? 
20. Is my registration fee tax-deductible? 
21. Is this a competitive Race? 
22. How can I pay tribute to someone special at the Race?

Computer/Web Related FAQ’s

1. What should I do if I forget my user name and password? 
2. How do I change my user name and password? 
3. What is a personal page? 
4. By default, I have a personal page and do I have to change it? 
5. How do I change my personal fundraising goal? 
6. How do I change my team name, division or team goal? 
7. How can I see who has donated to me? 
8. How can I see who is on my team? 
9. What is a team message?
10. What is the difference between making my personal page public or private?
11. I am trying to register and the computer keeps thanking me for registering. What should I do?
    

Answers

1. The Race is a non-competitive 5K run that starts at 8:45, followed by a 5K walk at 9:00 and a 1.5K Walk at 9:15. 
2. The Race costs $25.00 if you register online by January 31st.  Afterwards, the cost to register is $30.00. Paper registrations will cost $30.00. An additional fee of $10.00 will be applied if you want your t-shirt and bib sent to you in advance. Same day registration is $35.00. Sleep in for the Cure is $40.00 and that includes shipping and handling of the Race Day t-shirt. We are trying to keep our expenses down and at the same time be sensitive to the environment so, if at all possible, register online.
3. You are only required to pay the registration fee but we encourage all participants to raise as much money as possible to help find the cures for breast cancer. Your registration fee helps to defray the cost of producing the Race. It does not provide any contribution to the Komen North Jersey Affiliate. There are prizes awarded to those individuals who raise additional funds through donations/pledges Click here to view the pledging levels and prizes associated with each level. 
4. The Race will take place rain or shine. The North Jersey Affiliate reserves the right to cancel the Race in extreme circumstances. In that event, there will be NO refunds issued and entry forms will be used as donations to the North Jersey Affiliate of Susan G. Komen for the Cure®. 
5. Volunteering is the essence of our Affiliate. There are opportunities to help out in pre-race preparations. Opportunities are available for those who have time during the day, evening or weekends with a variety of skill levels. Please click here to view specific Race needs. 
6. Visit the Race Sponsorship page for more information about Race Sponsorship opportunities or click here to download a copy of the Sponsorship brochure. Or, call Lisa Berkower, Race Chairperson at 908-277-2904 x 22 or racesponsorship@komennorthjersey.org for more information. 
7. Visit the Exposition page to find out more about sampling your product to an audience of 10,000 or call, Lisa Berkower Race Chairperson, at 908-277-2904 x 22 or e-mail racesponsorship@komennorthjersey.org for more information. 
8. In-kind sponsorships are available for those who have specific products or services that we can use for Race Day to help defray the cost of the Event. Call 908-277-2904 x22 or racesponsorship@komennorthjersey.org for more information. 
9. To form a team, you must have 10 or more members by the morning of the Race. You can only form a team online but you can join a team through paper registration or online. For more information, call at 908-277-2904 x 14    or e-mail racechair@komennorthjersey.org 
10. To form a team, you must have 10 or more members by the morning of the Race. You can only form a team online but you can join a team through paper registration or online. For more information, call 908-277-2904 x 30 or e-mail racechair@komennorthjersey.org
11. Children of all ages are encouraged to participate in either the 5K Run/Walk or 1.5K Fun Walk as long as they are able to complete the course. The waiver MUST be signed by a parent or legal guardian. Individuals with children and toddlers are encouraged to participate in the 1.5k fun run/walk begin after all of the other runners and or walkers have already left the start line. 
12. No roller skating, in-line skating or bicycles are allowed on the course. 
13. No pets are allowed on the course but they can be brought into the park. They must be on a leash at all times and with their owner. 
14. The course is wheelchair accessible. The exposition area and survivor tents are on the grass and have some small slopes but it is possible to use a wheelchair. Additionally, one bus from Montclair State is wheelchair accessible. 
15. There are many travel options available for you to use on Race Day.
    NJ Transit and the Light Rail, Park and Ride from Bloomfield and Paramus and
    driving to Newark and parking at one of the designated facilities.
    Please click here for more specific instructions. 
16. Yes, your t-shirt and bib can be mailed to you for an additional $10.00. This must be determined at time of registration. There are also several other options for you to pick up your t-shirt and bib. Please click here for pick-up locations in your area. 
17. Yes, you can pick up your t-shirt and bib before the Race. Specific dates, times and locations will be posted shortly 
18. Yes, you can pick up your t-shirt on Race day at the T-Shirt and Bib tent. Survivor shirts and caps as well as Race day shirts will also be available
19. Your registration fee helps to defray the cost of the event and therefore is not tax-deductible. Obtaining pledges and donations is strongly encouraged to help support breast health research, education, treatment and screening. Click here to register. 
20. Your registration fee helps to defray the cost of the event and therefore is not tax-deductible. Obtaining pledges and donations is strongly encouraged to help support breast health research, education, treatment and screening. Click here to register. 
21. The Race is not competitive. There will be clocks along the route and at the finish line. All competitive runners must come to the front of the line and begin the Race first. There are awards and acknowledgements for those individuals who place first and second. Click here to view individual awards. 
22. In memory of and in honor of back signs are available at the Survivor, Registration, Pledge/Donation, Information and Team T-Shirt Pick Up tents. Please write your sentiment on the card and place it on the back of your shirt.
    

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Computer/Web Related FAQ’s 

1. Remember that your username and password are case sensitive. Click here to find your password. You will receive an e-mail with your username and password. If you still have problems, please contact us at cure@komennorthjersey.org for help.
2. First, login to the site using your username and password. Once logged in you will see a link at the top of the page called "Update My Profile." Once in your profile, you will be able to change your contact information, e-mail address, username and password. All changes will be made to your account immediately. There is no need to sign in again. 
3. A personal page is an online promotional tool for your use when asking your friends and family to join your team or sponsor you by making a donation. Once you sign up for an event online, by default, you will have a personal page created for you. You have the option of personalizing this page by going to your participant center. You will be able to customize images, text and the style/color layout of the page. 
4. Once you sign up for an event online, by default, you will have a personal page created for you. A compelling personal page attracts and engages supporters. While you can spread the word using customized e-mail solicitations, your personal campaign page can be your own creative expression of your commitment to the cause. Customize your page by selecting the layout and style that work best for you. Utilize the elements of text, photo and status indicators to their fullest advantage.
5. First, you will need to login to your participant center. On the bottom right side of the participant center home page is the location to modify your personal fundraising goal. Enter your new goal and submit the changes.
6. Only the team captain has the ability to change the team name or team division. The team captain will need to login to his/her participant center and click the "My Team Progress" button on the top right. On the Team Progress Page, team captains will have the ability to update the team name, division and goal.
7. Login to the site using your Username and Password. Go to your Participant Center and click the "my progress" tab; this will allow you to view your donor list and any amounts having been donated.
8. Login to the site using your Username and Password. Go to your Participant Center and click the "team progress" tab; this will allow you to view your team roster and the amounts raised by each team member. 
9. Simply go to your Participant Center and click the "Update Message to Team" button. This will allow you to make all necessary changes to your team message.
10. By default, a personal page is Public, meaning your name will appear in the participant search list, and anyone accessing the site will be able to support you. Setting your personal page to Private means your name will not appear in the participant search list, and only people you personally invite will be able to support you.
11. If you are registering on a computer that someone else has already registered on, you will need to log off the system. On the side bar, on the left side of the page you will find a Logout Button. To log off the system, click on the Logout button and then register again.

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