Erc Stride 5k
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ERC Stride 5K for Mental Health : event details
The ERC Stride 5K for Mental Health is scheduled for Saturday, October 10, 2026, in Atlanta, GA. The event takes place at Shirley C. Franklin / Westside Park, 1654 Johnson Rd NW, Atlanta 30318. Regular registration fee is $40, and registration closes on October 10, 2026. Race day registration will be available via QR code for $50 and accepts credit or debit cards only; cash and checks are not accepted. The event is organized by the Empowerment Resource Center.
Features and purpose
The event includes elite race timing and official finisher medals, event swag and giveaways, and a community celebration called EMPOWERFEST with music, vendors, and wellness resources. Proceeds from the event are used to fund therapeutic sessions for low-income individuals. The organizing group also directs funds toward behavioral health services, substance abuse recovery support, HIV care, community health screenings, education events, and wraparound support services. Contact options are provided through the race page for questions or donation information. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
