Feed Charlotte 5K

Turning Miles Into Meals

Please join us for the Feed Charlotte 5K Run/Walk presented by the Stride Forward Foundation, a nonprofit organization founded by Charlotte area high school students.

Event Details

• When: August 8, 2026
  5K - 8:30 AM
• Where: McAlpine Creek Park
  8711 Monroe Rd, Charlotte, NC 28212

Impact

• Profits: All profits from the event will be donated to food banks in the Charlotte area.
• Support: Your participation will directly support individuals and families in need by helping provide access to meals and resources.
• Food Insecurity: Feeding America estimates that 1 in 5 children and 1 in 7 people experience food insecurity in North Carolina.
• Goal: Our goal is to provide meaningful support to local food banks, helping ensure that children and families have reliable access to nutritious meals and essential resources.

Who Can Participate

• All Ages: Our event is open to people of all ages and fitness levels!
• Personal Best: Whether you are aiming to set a personal best on this well-known course or simply looking to enjoy a morning outdoors.
• Scenic Course: The 5k course winds through the scenic trails of McAlpine Creek Park, the same course used for large local and regional high school races.
• Welcome: We welcome your participation while supporting a worthy cause.

Join Us

Come out, get moving, and Turn Miles Into Meals.

Guaranteed race t-shirt in your size if you register for the 5k by July 17, 2026 and attend the event or packet pickup. Those who register on or after July 18, 2026 can choose from remaining sizes while supplies last.

Registration

For more information and to register, visit Feed Charlotte 5K.