Your Pamoja Race Weekend Guide

Hey there friends!

I need you to know two things! This year is not AT ALL what we expected, but you still laced up and kept moving. I see it, God sees it, and we are so incredibly proud of you.

Number 2. You are not alone. Yes, perhaps you’ve been training alone or may even be experiencing your celebration run “alone” but YOU are not alone. This fall there are hundreds upon hundreds of heroes like you that are moving their feet for vulnerable children. And some day, on the other side of eternity, I am confident that you will know exactly the impact you had this year. Let's go!

Pamoja!


Javy Diaz

Packet Pickup

Pamoja Packet Pickup + Race Site RSVP

RSVP Here

What would race weekend be like if you didn’t have a little orange on your race weekend!? Well, we don’t want you to have to find out! You have two options to pick up your Team World Vision Pamoja swag. So come on out to a group run on one of these two dates (or both!) to get your goodies! You will RSVP for both a packet pickup and race site location. More information on our race site is available on the Race Day Details for Runners tab.

Locations

Location 1: Renaissance Church | 639 Mountain Avenue, Springfield, NJ 07081

Monday, 10/12/2020 at 8:00 a.m.

Location 2: Loantaka Park | 468 South Street, Morris Township, NJ 07960

Saturday, 10/17/2020 at 7:00 a.m.

What to Bring

Make sure to bring your mask and ID! If you are picking up a packet for someone else, please have them email Jen Hinger, stating their permission for you to pick up their packet. In order to properly track all race gear, be prepared to show this email to the TWV staff or race site host distributing your packet.

Impact Night

Important Details

Date: Friday, 10/09/2020
Time: 7:00 p.m. ET (Zoom opens at 6:55 p.m.)

Join the Call Here

We are so excited to host you on October 9th for a powerful impact night! We’ll be talking race day details, and of course giving shout outs to some pretty amazing human beings who have been rocking their fundraising – helping children be free to live the more abundant life that God has intended for them! Join us and let’s get excited for our Celebration Run!

Race Day Details for Runners

Saturday,10/24/2020

Pamoja Race Site RSVP

RSVP Here

Pamoja Race Site

Renaissance Church | 639 Mountain Avenue, Springfield, NJ 07081

Arrive at Meeting Point: 7:30 a.m.
Socially Distanced Pep Rally: 8:00 a.m.
Race Start: 8:30 a.m.

Please note that you will be required to wear a mask at all times at the TWV start/finish line area. In order to maintain proper social distancing and in order to stay in compliance with gathering guidelines, we are asking that runners ONLY attend the start line festivities. Spectathletes are encouraged to gather in spectathete cheering zones after the start of the race. As you are getting close to finishing your race, you may let your family know so that they can join you at the finish line to cheer for you! Before the race, be sure they have your race medal and Hero medal so that they can put it around your neck as you walk down the red carpet! After you finish, you and your family can gather back at your Individual Runner Fuel Zone (see below).

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Individual Runner Fuel Zone Info

In order to maintain a safe distance between participants and for optimal sanitation, all participants will be responsible for bringing their own race day nutrition and hydration. You will be able to set up your individual or family fuel zone to access during the race. Pack a cooler or bag with whatever you normally eat or drink before, during, and after your long runs. Feel free to include a blanket, towel, chair, or any self-care items you'll need (Body Glide anyone?). All individual fuel stations will be socially distanced. Please follow the instructions of your Race Site Host.

Fuel Zones will be available in the Renaissance Church parking lot or with your spectathlete at either the church or at Meisel Avenue Park.

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Safety Guidelines

While we move our feet to bring health and hope to communities around the world, our team's health is also our priority. As we gather for Pamoja Race Weekend, we do so respecting and following the guidelines and recommendations set forth by local governments and the CDC. A central part of the Team World Vision race weekend experience remains gathering as a team to encourage and uplift one another, which starts by creating a space where all feel safe and welcome. By attending a Pamoja Race Site, you are agreeing to the following safety guidelines at set forth by Team World Vision:

  • I will wear a mask at all times, allowing for exceptions for when I am running
  • I will practice social distancing at all times and be aware of those around me
  • I agree to a temperature check prior to my participation
  • I understand I am responsible for bringing my own nutrition and hydration for race day
  • I will adhere to all CDC and local guidelines for gathering
  • I will follow all Team World Vision staff and/or Race Site host instructions
  • My spectathletes will stay within designated spectathlete cheering sections
  • I agree World Vision is not liable for any race gear left on site
  • I have read the Team World Vision participation waiver found here (teamworldvision.org/pamojawaiver)
Parking and Drop-off

Edward Walton School Parking Lot | 601 Mountain Avenue, Springfield, NJ 07981

c. Please park/drop off runners and spectathletes at the Edward Walton School. The school's parking lot is adjacent to Renaissance Church and a short walk from the course starting/finish line, fuel and spectathlete zones.

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Race Day Details for Spectathletes

Spectathletes, you are a crucial part of race day! You make this day special for your runner and all runners out there on the course. If you've ever run any kind of race, you know how meaningful the crowds cheers are. Be sure to cheer on all TWV participants by name, wear orange, and plan on being loud! A sign or cowbell is a great addition too.

Find the information below on the Pamoja Race Site your runner is attending. In order to maintain proper social distancing and in order to stay in compliance with gathering guidelines, we are asking that runners ONLY attend the start line festivities. Spectathletes are encouraged to gather in spectathlete cheering zones after the start of the race. As your runner is getting close to finishing their race, they will alert your to join them at the finish line to cheer for them! Before the race, be sure you have your runner's race medal and Hero medal so that you can put it around their neck as they walk down the red carpet. After they finish, you may gather back at your runner's Individual Runner Fuel Zone.

Pamoja Race Sites

Renaissance Church | 639 Mountain Avenue, Springfield, NJ 07081

Where to Cheer

Spectathletes are welcome to cheer their family in the Renaissance Church parking lot at the rear of the church. We ask that all spectathletes (friends and families) remain 10 ft apart and continue wearing their masks. Spectathlete should be at their designated location by 8:30 AM to encourage their runners on! Don’t forget to make the space your own and be prepared with your runners fuel!

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Safety Guidelines

While we move our feet to bring health and hope to communities around the world, our team's health is also our priority—and that includes you! As we gather for Pamoja Race Weekend, we do so respecting and following the guidelines and recommendations set forth by local governments and the CDC. A central part of the TWV race weekend experience remains gathering as a team to encourage and uplift one another, which starts by creating a space where all feel safe and welcome. By attending a Pamoja Race Site as a spectathlete, you are agreeing to the following safety guidelines at set forth by Team World Vision:

  • I will wear a mask at all times
  • I will stay within designated spectathlete cheering sections
  • I agree to a temperature check prior to my participation
  • I will practice social distancing at all times and be aware of those around me
  • I will adhere to all CDC and local guidelines for gathering
  • I will follow all Team World Vision staff and/or Race Site host instructions

What to Bring

Individual Runner Fuel Zone Info

In order to maintain a safe distance between participants and for optimal sanitation, all participants will be responsible for bringing their own race day nutrition and hydration. You will be able to set up your individual or family fuel zone to access during the race. Pack a cooler or bag with whatever you normally eat or drink before, during, and after your long runs. Feel free to include a blanket, towel, chair, or any self-care items you'll need (Body Glide anyone?). All individual fuel stations will be socially distanced. Please follow the instructions of your Race Site Host.

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Your Pamoja Jacket and Medal

Rock that Pamoja jacket on race day! Even if it's a warm day, you may want to pack a jacket for after your run. Plus, what better time to wear the Pamoja jacket than on Pamoja race day?!

On to medals! We are currently working the race director to include your Race Day Medal in your Pamoja Race Day Packet before your packet pick up date. If it is not included in your packet, we will have it for you on Race Day. If it is included in your packet, be sure to bring your Race Day Medal and your Hero medal on race day! If your family will be joining you, give them your medals before the race so that they can give them to you at the end of the red carpet after you've finished.

Stay tuned to this section for updates on Medals!

Team World Vision Jersey

Buy your jersey ahead of time via the Team World Vision Store.

Dress for the Weather

The race will happen rain or shine! Be sure to have what you need for race day.

What to Wear