Frequently Asked Questions

General

• What is the Jordan’s Furniture Walk/Run for Adoption?

  A family-friendly 5K and a fun, family-friendly after party that raises money for the Massachusetts Adoption Resource Exchange (MARE), a nonprofit that finds adoptive homes for children in foster care.

• When and Where is the Walk/Run for Adoption?

  There are currently 3 events being held across Massachusetts:

   

  Taunton - Jordan's Furniture, 450 Revolutionary Drive, Taunton, MA

  Sunday May 18th 2025, 10:00 am

   

  Worcester - Quinsigamond State Park - Lake Park, 283 Lake Avenue, Worcester, MA

  Saturday, May 3rd, 2025, 9:30 am Check-In, 10 am Start

   

  Springfield - Forest Park, 293 Sumner Avenue, Springfield, MA

  Saturday, May 10th, 2025, 9:30 am Check-In, 10 am Start

   

• Where do I park? Is there a charge?

  There are parking spaces galore. There is no charge for parking.

• How far is the walk/run?

  The race is 5 kilometers (3.1 miles) around a paved track. The track is a mile long and the race 3 laps.

• What is the after-race party?

  Accompanied by tunes spun by a DJ, the after-race party features activities for all ages like crafts, glitter tattoos, and face painting. A light lunch will be provided. A full description of activities will be on the event website as we get closer to the event date.

• How will I get information on the day of the event?

  There will be instructions available on the event website.

• What is the deadline to receive a shirt?

  The deadline to receive your complimentary T-Shirt is TBA. Check back for an updated date. 

• How do I receive my T-Shirt?

  Live event participants will receive their T-Shirts at check-in on the day of the event. Virtual Participants will receive additional information via email about how to order their shirts, which will be shipped directly to the participants.