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
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. |  |
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.
Steve Maney returns as Strides for Shelter 5K Grand Marshal
Steve 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
Price changes in 1 month 2 days-
$5 discount for children 13 & under, applied in the cart
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$34.09
$25 children 13 and under
Jun 9 – Jun 20 -
$39.44Jun 21 – Jul 19
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Register for 5K$44.79Now registering Jul 20 – Oct 3
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$50.14Oct 4 – Oct 17
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5K - Virtual or Sleep-in
Price changes in 1 month 2 days-
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 packed shipped.
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$34.09Jun 9 – Jun 20
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$39.44Jun 21 – Jul 19
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Register for 5K - Virtual or Sleep-in$44.79Now registering Jul 20 – Oct 3
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$50.14Oct 4 – Oct 17
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1K Fun Run
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Register for 1K Fun Run$28.74Jun 9 - Oct 17
Top teams
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T.R. Lawing Realty, IncRaised:$265.18 |
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Team Canopy StaffRaised:$191.50 |
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Keller Williams UnlimitedRaised:$134.83 |
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
- Event contact
- Start 2 Finish
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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS
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PREMIER SPONSOR
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Anniversary Balloon Arch
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Volunteer Hat
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VIRTUAL RACE SPONSOR
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Fun Run Sponsor
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KID ZONE SPONSOR
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HOT BEVERAGE SPONSOR
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Gold Level Sponsors
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Silver Level Sponsors
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