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Franklin Township Public Safety

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The mission of the Franklin Township Police Department is to protect and enhance the quality of life via a Community Policing Operational Philosophy, through a partnership with the community, and to promote a safe and secure environment, free from crime and the fear of crime, for all who live, work or visit our community.

Members of the Department are dedicated to accomplishing this mission by maintaining public peace and order through fair, impartial enforcement of the law, fostering an environment of cooperation and trust within our organization and the community, and challenging the future with a spirit of optimism and innovation.

Socks & Shoes 5K to benefit the Food Bank-POSTPONED

Hosted by the Community Relations Bureau

  • Date: 10/09/2021 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM  
  • Location: Franklin Township Gazebo
    475 Demott Lane
    SOMERSET, New Jersey 08873
  • Introduction: The Community Relations Bureau of Franklin Township Police Department is hosting a 5K walk/run to benefit the Franklin Food Bank. Look for the new event date in the future.

At this time, we must postpone the Socks and Shoes 5K. Please look for the rescheduled date in the near future. We would like to encourage everyone to still consider donating to the Franklin Food Bank.

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The Community Relations Bureau of Franklin Township Police Department is hosting a 5K walk/run to benefit the Franklin Food Bank.

Saturday, October 9th
*Check-in 8:00AM
Franklin Township Gazebo
475 DeMott Lane, Somerset

5K will start 9:00AM at the Franklin Township Police Headquarters and continue through Middlebush Park.

All monies raised will go directly to the Franklin Food Bank.

food bank

Suggested donation is 2x your shoes size. All donations can be made at Franklin Food Bank

Don't forget the CRB SOCK DRIVE! All participants are asked to bring a pack of new unopened socks that will be donated to local shelters.

All participants will receive a discount coupon to RoadRunner Sports in North Brunswick.

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