Community Matters 5K

Community Matters 5K : Community Matters Cafe, Charlotte, NC

Community Matters 5K is scheduled for August 29, 2026 at Community Matters Cafe, 821 W 1st St, Charlotte, NC. The event lists a 5K Run/Walk and a 5K Ruck as primary participation options, and also includes registration options titled Sleep In Supporter and Sponsor a Resident.

The event supports Charlotte Rescue Mission’s Community Matters Cafe. Fundraising information shows $1,449.34 raised toward a $20,000 goal, with 113 participants recorded at the time of the listing. A range of sponsors and post race partners are named for the event, including Charlotte Auto Show, Clear Life, Daimler Truck, Williams Auto Group, Carnegie Private Wealth, Power Physio, Cintas, Carolina Built, Doherty Coaching, Kinchloe Design Group, Masterworks, Canteen, Green Brothers, One Athletics CLT, Queen City Tea Shop, and SweatHouz.

Community Matters Cafe operates as an extension program of Charlotte Rescue Mission. Graduates of a 120 day recovery program may enroll in a six month Life Skills Program that covers topics such as conflict resolution, expressing concerns, and healthy ways to cope with stress. The program is delivered in both classroom and restaurant settings and covers housing and transportation expenses during participation.

Registration information shows tiered pricing for the 5K options. The event states that registrations are non refundable and that race management may cancel or modify the event; fees are not refundable in the event of cancellation due to Acts of God. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

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