Achilles New Jersey Hope & Possibility 2026 - In Loving Memory of Kenny Franco Jr.
Rochelle Park, NJ
- 400 m
- 4 mi
- Half
About the race
In Loving Memory of Kenny Franco Jr. We will continue to breakdown barriers in your honor our sweet friend, keep smiling! We miss you everyday, this one's for you Kenny! Join Achilles New Jersey for our annual Hope & Possibility Run, Walk, or Roll, a powerful day where athletes of all abilities come together to move, connect, and achieve Whether you're participating in your first race, rolling alongside new friends, or chasing a personal best, this event is about one thing: breaking barriers and redefining what’s possible! Since 1983, Achilles has empowered over 150,000 athletes worldwide, from neighborhood parks to the global stage of the Abbott World Marathon Majors. Here in New Jersey, that impact is felt every single week. Who We Welcome All Ages. All Abilities. All Welcome. We proudly champion athletes living with physical, sensory, and cognitive disabilities, and honor our military veterans. Come move with purpose Come celebrate possibility Your participation and support make it all possible! Funds raised help provide: Adaptive equipment and race entry opportunities Free weekly workouts and year-round programming A welcoming community that combats isolation and builds confidence Because of you, athletes gain more than finish lines, they gain independence, connection, and the belief that they belong! 📍 PACKET PICKUP Skip the race-day rush and grab your packet ahead of time! Shirts will be available at the race! Thursday, September 24th ⏰ 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM 📍 Fleet Feet – Ridgewood Saturday, September 26th ⏰ 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM 📍 Fleet Feet – Westfield *Bibs will also be available race morning starting at 8am! RACE DAY PARKING! Parking in the main park area will fill up quikly. Overflow parking can be found at: The Midland School 300 Rochelle Ave, Rochelle Park, NJ 07662 Knights of Columbus Rochelle Park 235 Rochelle Ave, Rochelle Park, NJ 07662
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Events & distances
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Achilles NJ Hope & Possibility 4 Miler
4 Miles
$45 including processing fees
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Kids Fun Run
400m · Free
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Achilles New Jersey Hope and Possibility WHEELER Half Marathon-Handcycles/Pushrims ONLY!
13.1 Miles
$45 including processing fees