Teams needed for Strides for Hope

The Wellness Community (TWC), Eatontown, is forming Strides for Hope teams of walkers and runners for various events in 2009. Beginners are welcome, and cancer survivors are encouraged.

The nonprofit TWC serves the residents of Monmouth and Ocean counties with free programs of cancer support, education and hope. Strides for Hope helps fund the center's programs and services. In exchange for fundraising, TWC provides airfare to and lodging in destinations, and a personalized training program. Upcoming events include P.F. Chang's Rock 'n Roll Marathon and Half Marathon in Phoenix in January, and The World's Best 10K in Puerto Rico in March. Teams are forming now.

For more information and fundraising minimums, call TWC at 732-578-9200 or visit www.thewellnesscommunity.org/jerseyshore.