Community Matters 5K
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Community Matters 5K
Community Matters 5K is a fundraising run held at Community Matters Cafe on West 1st Street in Charlotte, NC on August 29, 2026. The event lists the cafe address as 821 W 1st St, Charlotte, NC 28202 and identifies Charlotte Rescue Mission’s Community Matters Cafe as the beneficiary.
The cafe operates as an extension program of Charlotte Rescue Mission. Graduates of the mission’s 120 day residential recovery program may enter the Community Matters Cafe Life Skills Program, a six month extension that covers topics such as conflict resolution, expressing concerns, and healthy ways to cope with stress. During the six month program the cafe covers housing and transportation expenses for participants.
Registration options include a 5K Run/Walk, a 5K Ruck, a Sleep In Supporter entry, and a Sponsor a Resident registration that covers the cost for a Charlotte Rescue Mission resident. Early registration is shown at $44.79 with prices increasing in later periods up to $66.18. The event page shows 59 participants and fundraising progress of $321.85 toward a $20,000 goal.
Registration policies note that there are no refunds, that race management may cancel or modify the event due to unfavorable conditions, and that registration fees are not refundable in the event of cancellation due to Acts of God. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
