Feed Charlotte 5K Sponsorship Information Sheet
The Stride Forward Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit corporation founded by Weddington High School students. It was established to organize and conduct local running races in and around the Charlotte area to raise funds for various charitable causes.
The Stride Forward Foundation’s inaugural 5k was the 2025 Carolina Comeback 5k, raising funds for schools in Western North Carolina following Hurricane Helene. The event received support from 10+ local businesses, had 115+ registrants, was recognized on the news several times, and funded a donation of $6,500 to the Buncombe County Schools Foundation.
The Stride Forward Foundation’s second annual event will be the Feed Charlotte 5K Run/Walk at McAlpine Creek Park on the morning of Saturday, August 8, 2026. All proceeds will be donated to local food banks in order to combat food insecurity in the Charlotte area. We anticipate 150-200 runners and walkers of various ages and fitness levels will participate in this race. Start 2 Finish will time the race.
We will market the race through partnerships with local food banks, various newsletters, email blasts, social media posts on Instagram and Facebook, posters in local businesses, and by handing out flyers at local events and to runners at 20+ run clubs.
Sponsorship Tiers
Gold Medal Sponsorship- $500 donation
- Large company logo on the back side of the participant T-shirt
- Premium company logo placement on website
- Race Day sponsorship announcement
- Option to include promotional materials in swag bags
- Instagram and Facebook multiple postings (350+ followers)
- Option to host a tent at McAlpine on race day
- Two free race entries
Silver Medal Sponsorship- $250 donation
- Small company logo on the back side of the participant T-shirt
- Company logo on website
- Race Day sponsorship announcement
- Option to include promotional materials in swag bags
- Instagram and Facebook post (350+ followers)
Bronze Medal Sponsorship- $100 donation
- Company logo on website
- Race Day sponsorship announcement
- Option to include promotional materials in swag bags
- Instagram and Facebook post (350+ followers)
Interested? Email strideforwardnc@gmail.com to support our cause.
