You are invited to the Sixth Annual

5K Run / Walk on June 6, 2009

At Riverside Park, New York City

Prizes for the top fundraisers and fastest runners have been announced. Click here to view the prizes.


Online registration has now closed. If you wish to register for the 5K Run/Walk you can do so onsite on Sat June 6 2009. Please visit the Event Details page for directions, onsite registration information and 5K Run/Walk route map.

Asha for Education NYC/NJ chapter is excited to host the sixth annual 5K Run/Walk to raise funds to educate underprivileged children in India. The 5K Run/Walk will take place on Saturday, June 6 at Riverside Park in New York city. Each year, participants young and old run or walk a 5 kilometer (3.1 miles) route and raise money through pledged donations. Prizes are given to the top fundraisers and fastest runners.

Since its inception in 2004, the 5K Run/Walk events have raised over $100,000 for Asha through individual donations, corporate sponsorships and other contributions. Nearly 350 runners took part in last year's 5K Run/Walk and raised over $25,000. This year, we welcome you to join us in participating in the 5K Run/Walk and begin fundraising for Asha's projects in India.

Asha for Education (Asha) is a 100% volunteer run, 501(3)(c), secular non-profit organization dedicated to change in India by focusing on basic education of children. Asha has been promoting educational initiatives since 1991 when it was started by a group of students at UC Berkeley and today, has grown into over 60 chapters across the globe. The New York City/New Jersey chapter of Asha, active since 1994, has raised over $1.5 million.

The Asha 5K Run/Walk is a great place to learn about our projects, to meet new people, to win great prizes and to get involved with a meaningful cause. So bring a friend, a co-worker or a family member to a great day of fun and join us in making education a gift that every child deserves.

Asha 5K Run/Walk is open to all ages, including young children^†
†All minors must be accompanied by an adult who is also registered for the event

We thank our supporters: