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Strides for Shelter 5k and Fun Run

10 Year Anniversary of

STRIDES FOR SHELTER

5K RUN + WALK

Presented by

THE CANOPY HOUSING FOUNDATION

Benefiting Crisis Assistance Ministry

OCTOBER 17, 2026

McAlpine Creek Park

Congratulations to the

T.R. Lawing Team

for raising the most team funds and to the Vanguard team

for recruiting the largest team

of 95 participants!

Both teams will receive a gift certificate from Sarah Hutchings, PRP Wine, for a wine party for 12.



First Place Finishers will receive this handcrafted trophy in honor of the upgrade this year's race is providing to Crisis Assistance Ministry Free Store, in addition to a gift certificate from Charlotte Running Company6abbc9e211df8.jpg


Crisis Assistance Ministry will be our 2026 race beneficiary. Crisis Assistance Ministry serves as a vital lifeline for Mecklenburg County families in financial crisis, providing the essential support and advocacy they need to regain self-sufficiency.


Proceeds from the 2026 Strides for Shelter event will directly fund a major transformation of their Free Store. This initiative will modernize the shopping environment—improving organization, layout, and flow—to ensure that families can access clothing, shoes, and household essentials with dignity and ease. By reducing congestion and creating a more welcoming, customer-centered space, these upgrades will provide a more supportive experience for our neighbors during their most challenging moments.

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Thank you for your support of

Strides for Shelter 5K

Since the inception of the Strides for Shelter 5K in 2016, the Canopy Housing Foundation has returned more than $242,000 from the race proceeds to several worthy local beneficiaries who are all working to address the needs of the homeless.

As the sponsoring organization, the Canopy Housing Foundation is the charitable arm of the Canopy Realtor® Association. The Foundation works to create a community where all housing needs are met through advocacy, education, funding, and leadership.

For more information, contact Stacy Baum at (704) 940-3147 or sbaum@canopyrealtors.com



Registration Includes:

  • Race t-shirt and chip timing
  • Swag bag, post-race food/drink, and children's activities will be available.

CHECK OUT OUR 10th ANNIVERSARY T-SHIRTS

AND FINISHER MEDALS

** Not guaranteed a shirt if you register after October 8th**

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The first 375 finishers will receive

our 10-Year Finisher Medal


Steve Maney returns as Strides for Shelter 5K Grand Marshal

6a8de40dd653d.pngSteve Maney is a Charlotte radio host who has entertained listeners since 1998, working alongside industry icons like Howard Stern and Elvis Duran before joining Beasley Media Group. After years of waking up Charlotte on Kiss 95.1, Maney & Lauren are bringing the fun to their new home on K104.7, delivering the high energy, wit, and storytelling that earned them multiple "Best Morning Show" titles and the 2026 NCAB "Radio Team of the Year" award. Off the air, Maney is a devoted husband and father who spends his time coaching softball, cheering at his son's baseball games, and enjoying cars, food, and the outdoors.

Registration fees

Where pricing applies, shown amounts include mandatory charges, items, and fees.

5K Closed

Online registration closed

  • $5 discount for children 13 & under, applied in the cart

    1. $34.09

      $25 children 13 and under

      Jun 9 – Jun 20
    2. $39.44
      Jun 21 – Jul 19
    3. $44.79
      Jul 20 – Oct 3
    4. $50.14
      Oct 4 – Oct 17

5K - Virtual or Sleep-in Closed

Online registration closed

  • Thank you to JCB Urban, our Virtual/Sleep-In Sponsor! Do you just want a fabulous Strides for Shelter t-shirt? Are you from out of town, can't make it on race day, or honestly prefer to just sleep in? Then this is the option for you! You have the option to pick up your packet at Packet Pick-Up or pay to have your shirt and race packet shipped. (Must register before October 6th to have your packet shipped)

    1. $34.09
      Jun 9 – Jun 20
    2. $39.44
      Jun 21 – Jul 19
    3. $44.79
      Jul 20 – Oct 3
    4. $50.14
      Oct 4 – Oct 17

1K Fun Run Closed

  1. $28.74
    Jun 9 - Oct 17

Top teams

1

T.R. Lawing Realty, Inc

Raised:

$1,649.74

2

Credle Realty Group, HomeSmart

Raised:

$1,496.96

3

Team Canopy Staff

Raised:

$618.50

Registration Policies

  • There will be no refunds for this race. Click here for transfer instructions.
  • 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 due to "Acts of God".

Contact information

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS