Community Matters Foundation 5K
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Event overview
The 4th Community Matters Foundation 5K is scheduled for August 8, 2026 in Dewey Beach, Delaware. The race starts and finishes at North Beach Restaurant, 125 McKinley Street. It is part number 6 of the Ten Sisters of Dewey Beach Road Race Series. The event distance is 5K.
Purpose and fundraising
The race is held in memory of a Dewey Beach homeowner who died of an undiagnosed cardiac arrhythmia. Event proceeds support efforts to increase awareness of irregular heartbeat, to purchase automated external defibrillators (AEDs) for the local beach community, and to provide related training and hands-only CPR education. Past proceeds enabled donation of 19 AED machines, including an AED tower on the bay side boardwalk.
Logistics and policies
Shirts are guaranteed for the first 155 registrations. Registration fees listed in the event information include an early price of $33.70 for the 5K run/walk and for the competitive walking 5K; the day-of price for the 5K run/walk is $35.00. Additional post-race party tickets are listed at $12.40. Parking at Northbeach is limited; free parking is available at meters and on side streets until 11 am. No dogs are allowed due to insurance liability. Bibs are non-transferable and registration fees are non-refundable.
Race operations and awards
Chip timing is provided by R2R Timing using the MYLAPS Bib Tag Timing System. Overall and masters top finisher awards are scored by gun time; all other age groups are scored by chip time. Awards include gift card prizes for top finishers and age-group awards by 5-year categories. Results and event photos are posted online after the race. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
