10 Year Anniversary of

STRIDES FOR SHELTER

5K RUN + WALK

Presented by

THE CANOPY HOUSING FOUNDATION

OCTOBER 17, 2026

McAlpine Creek Park

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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.