Family Promise of Bergen County's Hike for Hope

Sunday, May 3, 2026 | Van Neste Square, Ridgewood, NJ

EVENT TIMELINE [THE HIKE FOR HOPE IS RAIN OR SHINE!]

Hiker Check-in Opens: 11:30 AM

Announcements & Warm-Ups: 12:30 PM

Walk Begins: 1 PM
After completing the trek, Hikers return to the park for more music, snacks, prizes, and activities

Event Ends: 3:30 PM

Since 1993, Family Promise of Bergen County’s Hike for Hope has brought families, congregations, community organizations, school and youth groups, and individuals of all ages together each spring for a three-mile walk to raise awareness of family homelessness.

The afternoon also includes activities, giveaways, snacks, music, games, contests, prizes, and more, with all proceeds benefiting Family Promise's transformative programs for working families facing housing and food insecurity in Bergen County.

By joining the Hike for Hope, you are joining Family Promise in empowering working families to create a brighter future and better tomorrow. Register today!

Registration Fees
Adult (18+): $30
Youth & Student (6-17): $15
Under 5: FREE

Ready to step into action? Here's how it works:

Register as a Team or as an Individual
Sign up here to form a team, join an existing one, or register as an individual.
Create Your Page & Start Fundraising
Add a picture, write a message, and tell the world why supporting Family Promise is important to you, then ask your friends and family to support your campaign with a donation or by joining your team. You'll also be able to keep track of you or your team's progress and how it measures up to other participants on our Leaderboards. Prizes will be awarded to the top fundraisers.
Complete Challenges to Win Points & Prizes
Complete online challenges (such as taking quizzes, recruiting friends, creating videos, posting pictures, and more) to earn activity points, which can then be redeemed for tickets and prizes at our event!
Walk with Family Promise!
Grab your team and join us at Van Neste Square in Ridgewood on Sunday, May 3 to embark on our three-mile march through town. Hikers will enjoy activities, giveaways, snacks, music, games, contests, and more before and after the walk.

Happy Hiking!

Family Promise Hike for Hope 2026 Supports Family Promise of Bergen County

Family Promise Hike for Hope 2026

Family Promise Hike for Hope 2026 Supports Family Promise of Bergen County