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Strides for Shelter 5k and Fun Run

Sponsorship Opportunities

Since the inception of the Strides for Shelter 5K in 2016, the Canopy Housing Foundation has returned more than $130,000 from the race proceeds to several worthy local beneficiaries:

  • 2023: Charlotte Family Housing to redesign, restructure, refurbish, and restock Charlotte Family Housing’s MAP (Motivated Achievement Points) “Store.” - $42,000
  • 2022: Charlotte Rescue Mission to have a dedicated space for intake and meeting of new program participants in new building - $39,444
  • 2021: Hope House of Huntersville to renovate garage space to create children's play/learning environment - $26,760
  • 2019: The Relatives to purchase a much-needed van to transport approximately 300 children on an annual basis to necessary appointments (medical, school, legal, etc.) - $25,000
  • 2018: Men's Shelter of Charlotte to assist with the renovation costs at their Tryon Street shelter - $20,000
  • 2017: A Child's Place to assist in addressing the needs of children experiencing homelessness in Charlotte (at a cost of $1,000 per year per child) - $15,000
  • 2016: Urban Ministry and Housing First Charlotte to assist in building an apartment complex for people experiencing homelessness in Charlotte - $5,000

Home Again Foundation, established in 2018, is dedicated to providing sustainable, affordable housing along with supportive services for the homeless and those who are at risk of becoming homeless. Residents in their communities are automatically enrolled in supportive services based on an individualized self-sufficiency assessment and service plan. The rent for these units is at or below market value with all utilities included. The proceeds from this year's race will fund the construction of a fully furnished one-bedroom, one-bath cottage for a homeless veteran in Home Again's second development on a 2-acre site in Mecklenburg County.

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The Canopy Housing Foundation is the charitable, non-profit arm of the Canopy Realtor® Association. The Foundation strives to promote affordable homeownership, provide funding to create housing opportunities, and encourage volunteerism and philanthropic activities among its 15,000+ Realtor® members.

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All sponsorships are tax-deductible to the fullest extent of the law.

FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Please contact Stacy Baum at (704) 940-3147 or sbaum@canopyrealtors.com

Financial information about this organization and a copy of its license are available from the State Solicitation Licensing Branch at 919-807-2214. The license is not an endorsement by the state.

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS