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What's Happening This Summer/Fall 2023
Upcoming Events 2023
What's Happening This Fall. Tickets on sale now!
Costumes & Cocktails Saturday October 14, 2023
Join us for a fun adults' night out! Clear your calendar, plan your costume, call a friend--and get ready for some good music, food, drink and raffles on Saturday, October 14, 2023
Online Raffles now open!
35+ amazing raffle baskets and gift cards. Online raffle platform is now open. Tickets just $1 each with no fees! Share the link with family & friends!
Winners will be announced at Cocktails & Costumes- no need to be present! Raffles will be on display and tickets may also be purchased (online) at the event.
Now Accepting Applications for 2023
Jacob Karnchanaphati Memorial Award
Boyertown Senior High Soccer players: please read instructions and submit required documents by March 31. Full information and the application are available below.
JK Night at BASH Monday, October 3
5:30 p.m.
BASH StadiumEach year, during the Boyertown vs Spring-Ford soccer match, both teams pay tribute to Jacob's life and the contributions of the Jacob Karnchanaphati Memorial Trust. Come out to the wonderful community event!
Boyertown Soccer Club players: Wear your Boyertown Soccer Club jersey to the game and complete this form for free entry to the game:
All others: Tickets can must be purchased through Ticket Spicket.
The JK Birthday Bash
Saturday, August 20, 2022
6 p.m.-11 p.m.
Sunnybrook Ballroom
Benefitting The Jacob Karnchanaphati Memorial TrustPlease Note: Advanced Ticket Purchase only. Buy your tickets before August 16 at 11am!
Thanks to our sponsors:
George and Carol Vaszily
Merck
Joan Reinhardt
Moeller Family
Malone Family
Mains Family
Tory Burch - Philadelphia Premium Outlets
Lenny & Denise Boyer
Stroup Family
Environmental Response Service
RAFFLES
BASKET RAFFLE FUN!
Baskets are now on display! Purchase your entries today.After great success in 2020 and 2021, the Basket Raffle is once again online! This is a great opportunity for you to share the raffle link with family and friends who cannot attend the Birthday Bash at Sunnybrook on August 20.
Baskets will also be on view at the 70's/80's Night (Birthday Bash) and winners will be announced that evening. You do not need to be in attendence to win!
Gift certificates will be mailed and we will coordinate getting prizes to our local winners.
Best part-- Most raffles are only $1 a chance and there are NO FEES!
Purchase as little or as many as you want without being charged additional costs.
Thank you to all who joined the Virtual Jk5k!
Over 100 friends, family and community members laced up your shoes between August 20-27, threw on an old Jk5k race shirt (or anything bright!) and posted a photo on social media! Thank you!
Pottstown Mercury Coverage:
100 take part in JK5K and Birthday Fun Run in memory of New Hanover 6th-grader
Run/walk honors memory of Jacob “JK” Karnchanaphati, 12, Gilbertsville
Special Shopping Event!
August 27, 2022
11 a.m. - 4 p.m
Philadelphia Premium Outlets
10% of all purchases benefit the trust. Print out a flyer here. One day only. Get your holiday shopping done early!
About Jacob
Jacob will forever be remembered for his love of soccer and nick name, "JK". He was a one of kind kid, who had his own style, and wasn't afraid to "tell it like it is", which made him so funny.
One of the most treasured memories that Jacob has left us with is the laughter he brought to everyone around him. He is greatly loved and missed by all of his family and friends, and will remain in the hearts of all of those who were lucky enough to know him.
In Jacob's memory, the trust has awarded a total of $410,000 in scholarships to 75 students since the first scholarship was awarded in 2016.
This fundraiser, as all of our annual fundraisers benefit students of Boyertown Area Senior High who plan to further their education, All proceeds from our events directly fund the Jacob Karnchanaphati Memorial Award, so that we can continue to help students every year.
The Jacob Karnchanaphati Memorial Trust is a 501 (c)(3) organization.
Thank you for a successful (and fun)
summer of events!We are forever grateful for the continued support for the Jacob Karnchanaphati Memorial Trust. This summer, we held 3 events: a 70's & 80's Birthday Bash at Sunnybrook Ballroom, a virtual 5k run/walk and our ever-popular, basket raffle. In total, over 250 people participated in at least one of our summer events and we are incredibly thankful!
Your support, participation, time, and generosity continue to overwhelm us.
We enjoyed seeing your families and are so grateful for your kindness.
Thank you and we look forward to continue celebrating Jacob's legacy in 2023!2021 Race Results & Photos
View 2021 Race Results
2021 Photos
We are honored and delighted to once again have Silver Orchid Photography as a sponsor. Their professionalism, passion and talent shine in these amazing photos. Thanks you Tara Lynn!
How The Walk/Run Works
Follow us on Facebook through August 23 for updates, raffles and photos!
1Grab a Shirt
Grab any one of your JK5K shirts from a previous year
OR your favorite colorful shirt2Walk or Run
Any distance/Any time between
Aug 21st - Aug 23rd3Photo and Post
Upload photo(s) to your Facebook status include your city, state and brief message. Be sure to include @jk5krun in the status message so it is shared on our page!
4Email Option
Don't have Facebook? Email photo with consent to post to:
RACE DETAILS
Sunday, September 26, 2021
NEW Start Location for 20217:45 a.m. Registration Opens - Race Day Registrations are Welcome!
9 a.m. 5k / 9:05 AM 1 Mile Fun Run/Walk10 a.m. Purchase Raffle Tickets (online!) and Awards
ENTRY: $25 pre-race fee for both 5k and 1 mile Birthday Run/Walk.
$30 after September 6, 2021 and on race day. Kids under age 8 are $15.AMENITIES: T-shirt guaranteed to all pre-registrants before September 6.
We will do our best to accommodate those registering after that date, but no guarantee!
Refreshments, toilet facilities, music, plus amazing raffle baskets (NEW in 2021: pre-purchase raffle tickets online!) from TVs to Target Gift Certficates worth
$100+. Bring your phone, and buy raffle tickets online up until the race!
Timing and results by Second Wind. Rain or shine.NEW Start Location for 2021!
New Hanover Methodist - North Campus (Former YMCA)
Race Route: Windlestrea Neighborhood
3065 N. Charlotte Street, Gilbertsville, PA 19525
Directions
The course is primarily paved FAST & FLAT! GREAT place to PR!
Awards
Awards for the 5K-Run Top 3 male & female finishers plus top 3 in age categories:
14 & Under
15- 19
20–29
30-39
40-49
50-59
60-69
70+REGISTRATION NOW OPEN
You can print and mail the registration OR register online.
Register on or before September 3 for a guaranteed shirt and lower fee.
NOTE: Online registration will include a small transaction fee.
Optional print registrationCheck or Money Order Made out to Jacob Karnchanaphati Memorial Trust.
Mail to:
JK 5k
C/O Michelle Karnchanaphati
PO Box 583
Gilbertsville PA 19525–0583Unable to attend the race?
Monetary donations are accepted at the above address as well. Thank you!Follow us on Facebook
For information, incentives, giveaways and photos.
2021 Sponsors
We encourage all of our participants to check these great businesses/organizations below.
Interested in becoming a sponsor for our 6th Annual JK5K Event on September 26, 2021?
Contact Michelle at michellek2361@comcast.net
Presenting
Chris, Michelle and Josh Karnchanaphati
Gold
Joe & Susanne Boyer
Susan Boyer
Lock Tight Storage
Russ and Jeannette Seneca
The Gulati Family
Costco WholesalePottstown Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery
Environmental Response Services (ERS)
Silver Orchid Photography
Centre for Healing Arts
Silver
The George Vaszily Family
Service Hauling
Soccer Zone
McNeill Land Surveying
Mary Jaronski, Realtor
HVAC Management Co.
The Malone Family
KS Dental
The Mains Family
Anita and David Reed
Merck
Michael and Patricia Anderson
Embrace the Journey Travel
The Lopata Family
The Merritt Family
Joan & Charlie Reinhardt
Melany & Steve Bailey
DJ Souless
Friends of Jacob
The Chambers Family
The Neison Family
The Tinney Family
The Flack Family
Jane's Peace of Mind Petsitting
Catagnus Funeral Home & Cremation Centers
Donna Switzer
Barbara DiBiase
The Hovey Family
Chris Vaszily
Joseph Vaszily
Matt Lynch
Special Donations
Hovey Family
Barnes Family
Boyer Family
Ziemack Family
AR Workshop Gilbertsville
Giant
Lisa's Ultimate Image
Garrett the Grand
Willson Family
Peers Famlily
Gallagher Family
Black Family
Jaronski Family
Koch Family
Mains Family
Fortini Family
Rothenburger Family
Esz Family
Mel Recke
Karen Olson
Rustic Porch Designs by Cheryl Bernstiel
Silver Orchid Photography
Mohamed Zeffouni
Thomas Gould
Sponsorships
We want to thank you in advance for considering a donation to our 5k race in support of the Jacob Karnchanaphati Memorial Trust. By choosing one of our sponsorship packages, your generosity will enable us to continue supporting future Boyertown area high school students achieve their dreams of attending college.
Please take this time to review the sponsorship levels. All sponsor logos are prominently featured on our website and social media with links, and will be recognized in print at differing levels.
Thank you so much in advance for your generosity and support. Our race could not be a success without our highly cherished sponsors. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact
Michelle Karnchanaphati directly at 610-209-7402.Presenting ($2000+) (Limited)
- Presenting sponsor will receive top billing on all race promotional material. This will include sponsor name and/or logo reference on race marketing materials, website and Facebook page, media press releases, and race day PA announcements as PRESENTER OF THE RACE.
- Name and logo displayed on back of official event T-shirt, at top and largest print
- Name and logo displayed on JK5k race website and on Facebook page; sponsor logo will be linked to sponsor website
- Name and/or logo displayed on race registration and any print material advertising the race
- Presenting sponsor recognition on PA announcements on race day
- Presenting sponsor recognition on press releases to media outlets promoting the race
- Name and logo displayed on all race banners promoting the race
- 10 x 10 tent, one 8 ft table and 4 chairs on race day to promote your company (sponsor to provide own signage/banner for tent)
- 8 race entries and 8 official event T-shirts
Platinum ($1000-1999)
- Sponsor logo displayed on back of official event T-shirt
- Sponsor logo displayed on JK.5k race website; sponsor logo will be linked to sponsor website
- Sponsor logo displayed on race posters advertising the race (if received prior to printing deadline)
- Sponsor mention on PA announcements on race day
- Table and 2 chairs provided for race day to promote your company (sponsor to provide own signage/banner for table)
- 6 race entries and 6 official event T-shirts
Gold ($500-999)
- Sponsor Name displayed on back of official event T-shirt in larger font
- Sponsor Name or Logo displayed on JK5k Race website
- Sponsor Name displayed on race posters advertising the race (if received prior to printing deadline)
- Sponsor mention on PA announcements on race day
- Sponsor may bring table and signage to promote company
- 4 race entries and 4 official event T-shirts
Silver ($250-499)
- Sponsor Name displayed on back of official event T-shirt
- Sponsor name displayed on JK5k Race website
- Sponsor name displayed on race posters advertising the race
- Sponsor mention on PA announcements on race day
- Sponsor logo displayed on sponsor board
- 2 race entries and 2 official event T-shirts
Friends of Jacob ($100-249)
- Sponsor logo displayed on JK5k Race website
- Sponsor logo displayed at race day locations (board, raffle table, etc)
Donations and Raffle Items
We are honored and grateful to receive donations of any amount. Please note: Some gift In-kind sponsorships are available for Platinum, Gold, Silver and or Friends of Jacob sponsorships. These are limited to specific race necessities (t-shirts, printing, tent, signage, etc) and sponsorship package will be commensurate with value of in-kind donation.
Donations of gift cards and gift baskets are incredibly appreciated and we are excited to add them to our raffle offerings. These are essential to creating the best event possible! Questions? contact Erin Hovey at erinhovey@comcast.net
Can't attend the race, but would like to donate to the fund? Send checks or money order made out to The Jacob Karnchanaphati Memorial Trust :to:
JK 5k
C/O Michelle Karnchanaphati
PO Box 583
Gilbertsville PA 19525–0583Donors of all sizes will receive some recognition. The Jacob Karnchanaphati Memorial Trust is a registered 501(c)(3) non-profit organization.
Scholarship Info
This fundraiser will benefit students of Boyertown Area Senior High who plan to further their education, All proceeds directly fund the Jacob Karnchanaphati Memorial Award, so that we can continue to help students every year.
2023 Application and Purpose/Criteria is now closed.2023 Jacob Karnchanaphati Memorial Award Purpose, Criteria and Process (Read Before Applying)
Congratulations to the past recipients:
2016
Sarafina Valenti - Penn State
Adam Gilbert - Penn State
2017
Abrielle Houck - Alvernia University
Erik Recke - Washington and Lee University
2018
Kylie Torrens - Kutztown University
Jimmy Towers - McDaniel College
2019
Ryane Bernstiel - University of Delaware
Margaret Kiene - West Chester University
Colin Brisbois - Alvernia University
Derek Dierolf - Penn State, Main Campus
2020
Dylan Drury - Penn State University Park
Landon Wenger- West Chester University
Ryan Foskey - Lock Haven University
Andrew Benning - University of Pittsburgh
Jacob Groff - Penn State University Park
Aimee Toscano- Washington & Jefferson
Morgan Kline- Penn State Berks
Raeanne King- Shenandoah University
Madison Monka- Penn State Berks
2021
Braden Bartman, Lock Haven University
John Black, Penn State University ParkMatthew Esz, University of South Carolina
Ethan Ferraro, Northampton CC
Luke Gallagher, Temple University
Mason Gallagher, Kutztown University
Samantha Goffice, University of Scranton
Fiona Hovey, Drew University
Janina Jaronski, Marywood University
Matthew Kerr, Alvernia University
Zachary Kuhar, Misericordia University
Lochlan LeVan, Montgomery County CC
Hannah McNeill, Indiana University of Pennsylvania
Mikayla Moyer, Seton Hill University
Logan Neison, Penn State
Nolan Peers, West Chester University
Lexi Recke, Goucher College
Aiden Seyler, The University of Central Florida
Breanne Tinney, Bloomsburg University
Josh Torrens, Lock Haven University
Nicholas Willson, Alvernia University
2022
Ryan Goffice- Penn State Berks
Cade Hovey - Susquehanna University
Brooklyn Smith- University of Pittsburgh
Lindsey Heiser - Cabrini University
Tristan Chambers - Montco
Zach Foskey- Penn College of Technology
Dominic Dilello- University of Northwestern Ohio
Matt Selders - Slippery Rock University
Maddi Springman - Kutztown University
Emma Beidler - Florida International University
Madison Ward - Alvernia University
Ashlyn Crawford - Kings College
Kyra Seyler - Temple University
Audrey Swartley- Virginia Tech
Alex Cochran- Ithaca College
Beckett Wenger- Lehigh University
Colin Eisenhard - undecided
Jack Albright - Vanderbilt University
Eddie Weick - Ursinus College
Jacob Boughter- University of Delaware
Nick Rothenberger - Alvernia University
Luke Moser - York College of Pennsylvania
2023
Richard Black - Penn State
Madeline Brennan - Penn State
Matthew Choi - Penn State
Nathan Siep - Penn State
Alyssa Albanese - Duquesne University
Corinne Bieber - Saint Vincent College
Luke Brisbois - Alvernia University
Sammatha Devlin - Millersville University
Nathan Dilello - Indiana University of Pennsylvania
Mia DiSantis - West Chester University
Madison Robbins - Shippensburg University
Karly Sheahan -Stevenson University
Isabella Slupski - University of South Carolina
Trust awards $52,000 in scholarships to 13 Boyertown seniors
May 2023
Donate Now
Checks may be sent directly to:
Jacob Karnchanaphati Memorial Trust,
PO Box 583, Gilbertsville, Pennsylvania, 19525Secure online donations are accepted using our online partner below. Please note: there is a nominal convenience fee of 2.2% for the online gift. If you are expecting a matching gift from your employer or it is a corporate donation, we encourage you to use the check option.
Meet the 2020 Award Recipients
Ryan Foskey '20
I will be attending Lock Haven University this fall. I will be majoring as a Physician Assistant, and will also be playing soccer. I've played soccer since I was five years old, and played on the high school varsity team for three years.
Drew Benning '20
Next fall I will be attending the University of Pittsburgh where I plan to study business. I have been playing soccer for 13 years, and I was on the high school varsity team for three years.
Morgan Kline '20
My name is Morgan Kline and I am planning on attending Penn State Berks where I’ll major in Kinesiology and play soccer. I’m hoping to become either a physical therapist or nurse. During high school I played soccer, basketball, and lacrosse. I was also in NHS, green cord, and link crew. I enjoy being out in nature, painting, and spending time with my friends.
Dylan Drury '20
My name is Dylan Drury and I will be attending Penn State University Park. I am majoring in Biomedical Engineering.
Maddi Monka '20
My name is Maddi and I will be playing soccer at Penn State Berks in the fall where I plan on majoring in Communications. I’ve started on the varsity high school soccer team for the last four years. In school I am apart of NHS and FBLA
Landon Wenger '20
Landon has been playing soccer since he was four years old. He played Varsity soccer for three seasons, and captained the team during his junior and senior years. Landon plans to attend West Chester University in the fall, where he will major in Health and Physical Education. He will play for the men's soccer team.
Aimee Toscano '20
Aimee will be attending Washington & Jefferson College to major in Chemistry and Physics and to play DIII soccer. Eventually, she hopes to get her PhD in Quantum Chemistry and work at NASA..
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2018 Race Thank You and Photos
What a great day! The results far exceeded our expectations...more than $15,000 was raised from our 2nd Annual run! Thank you to all of our sponsors, volunteers, runners and walkers who came out by the hundreds to show their love and support for a family and to honor the memory of Jacob. What a birthday, what a legacy!
Thanks to the wonderful team from Silver Orchid Photography who so beautifully captured this event. They did not miss a beat. Interested in purchasing a photo? Details can be found on their website.Latest News & Events
We will keep you updated year round on news and events that support
the Jacob Karnchanaphati Memorial Fund.A BIG thanks to Pfizer Business Technology Quality Solutions Team!
January 2017
With the focus on giving during the holidays, their team members organized a raffle, and donated to an unknown charity. The charity selected during the event was The Jacob Karnchanaphati Memorial Trust, and individual colleagues have made a generous donation directly to our scholarship! Thank you again, for the outpouring support from Pfizer PGS BT, and our awesome community, who help make our scholarship possible for Boyertown students!
JK Night at the Lady Bears Soccer
October 2016
50/50 Raffle and Special RecognitionThank you to all those that came out for a special night of competition as the Boyertown High School Lady Bears took on their rivals, Spring-Ford Rams. Special thanks to both teams for honoring Jacob's legacy!
