Hike for Hope

Thank you for joining us for the Family Promise Hike for Hope!

The 2026 Family Promise Hike for Hope was held on Sunday, May 3 at Van Neste Square in Ridgewood— This year’s event saw historic sunny weather that matched the bright smiles on our hiker’s faces as they came together as a community to bring awareness to family housing and food insecurity in Bergen County. We raised an astounding $45,000 for our transformative programs that will support working families in need.

Guests were welcomed by the upbeat soundtrack courtesy of longtime Family Promise Supporter DJ Scott Reddin and warmed up to crowd favorites such as The Cotton Eye Joe, Cha Cha Slide, and more! Delicious refreshments were enjoyed before and after the walk, in addition to a variety of activities hosted by Pascack Valley Class of 2028. This year’s Trailblazers included Team ADAM/St. Mark’s Godspeed, Calvary’s Cruisers, Family Promise Youth Council, Team N & L, Team Fleisher, and WID Team.

The 2026 Family Promise Hike for Hope was made possible thanks to the incredible support of our community, especially our generous sponsors: Family Friend Sponsors Bogota Savings Bank Charitable Foundation, Freedom Bank, Visions Federal Credit Union, Community Partner Sponsors Clear Directions, Ridgewood House of Wellness, and Lehmann Pools & Spas and Food & Beverage Sponsors Food Universe of Glen Rock,
Francesca’s Pizza & Pasta, Stop & Shop of Ridgewood, Diamond Rock Spring Water, Ben & Jerry’s of Ridgewood, and Starbucks.

We’d also like to extend our heartfelt gratitude to the following local businesses, groups, and individuals for making this year’s event a success: The Flavor Labs, Black Magic Bakehouse, Maxine’s Bakeshop, Monster Mini Golf of Paramus, Humdingers, Goffle Brook Farms, Nothing Bundt Cakes of Paramus, DJ Scott Reddin, Debbie Terrace, The Family Promise Youth Council, Pascack Valley HS Class of 2028, National Charity League, Pam Biggs, and Kevin & Brigid O’Brien.

Thank you to everyone who registered, donated, fundraised, walked, and shared the event with family and friends.

2026 Hike for Hope Winners

Top Fundraising Teams:
1st Place: Team ADAM/St. Mark’s Godspeed (associated with St. Mark’s Episcopal Church in Teaneck), led by Steven and Beverly Rosignolo in memory of their son, Adam.

2nd Place: Family Promise Youth Council

Top Fundraising Individuals:
1st Place: Cindy Strauch

2nd Place: Samantha Lee