Strides for Shelter 5k
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About the race
Strides for Shelter is a community running event held on October 17, 2026 at McAlpine Creek Park in Charlotte, North Carolina. The 2026 edition marks the tenth anniversary of the Strides for Shelter 5K run and walk, presented by the Canopy Housing Foundation and benefiting Crisis Assistance Ministry.
Proceeds from the event will fund a major transformation of Crisis Assistance Ministry’s Free Store. The planned upgrades aim to improve organization, layout, and flow so families can access clothing, shoes, and household essentials with greater dignity and less congestion.
The event offers multiple participation options and race amenities. Registration typically includes a race t-shirt and chip timing. Swag bags, post race food and drink, and children's activities will be available. A virtual or sleep in option is offered that allows participants to receive the event shirt without attending on race day.
Distances
- 5K
- 5K Virtual or Sleep in
- 1K Fun Run
Registration is non refundable and race management reserves the right to cancel or modify the event due to unfavorable conditions; registration fees are not refundable in the event of cancellation caused by Acts of God. Since 2016 the Canopy Housing Foundation has returned more than $242,000 from race proceeds to local beneficiaries. Fundraising progress for 2026 shows $2,531.46 raised toward a $20,000 goal and the event lists 161 participants at the time of posting. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
