Rescue Me 5K - Belmont
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RescueMe 5K Belmont
The RescueMe 5K in Belmont, NC is an annual community running and walking event that raises funds for the American Pit Bull Foundation and Operation Sidekick. The event supports four APBF programs: Humane Education, Advocacy, Shelter to Service (Operation Sidekick), and Outreach.
The event base is at Primal Brewing in Belmont. Activities on race day include an adoption area, an official race T-shirt for registrants, a Running Buddy bandana for registered dogs, a swag bag from sponsors, a CardioFunk warm-up and a Yoga cooldown, a costume contest with prizes, a raffle, a silent auction, and local vendors offering dog treats, toys, and gear.
Packet pickup is held at the Belmont Bookshop at 7 N Main St, Belmont, NC 28012; participants can collect race materials, have a glass of prosecco, meet the resident bookshop dog, and browse books. Local nonprofits focused on animal rescue and wildlife rehabilitation attend the event and make adoptable animals available for meeting.
Volunteer and team opportunities are organized by the event committee. Volunteers help with registration, the APBF booth, packet pickup, the community adoption area, costume judging, and race logistics. Sponsorship opportunities are offered to local businesses and organizations that wish to support the community-focused fundraiser. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
