Community 5K – 5th Annual 5K Run/Walk

Event Overview

Community 5K – 5th Annual 5K Run/Walk 🎉

Hosted by Community Leadership Academy

Benefiting the Community Kitchen Program

Event Details

• Date: Saturday, September 5, 2026
• Location: McAlpine Creek Park, 8711 Monroe Rd, Charlotte, NC 28212
• Check-In: 7:30 AM
• Race Starts: 8:30 AM

Purpose of the Event

This is more than a 5K. Every step you take helps create a pathway to employment, independence, and a brighter future for someone in our community.

• Program Impact: 117 individuals have already signed up for the Community Kitchen Program.
• Services Provided: 100% FREE culinary training, ServSafe® certification, hands-on experience, job-readiness support, and employment opportunities.
• Beneficiaries: The program serves immigrants, refugees, and underserved individuals.
• Your Contribution: Registration, donation, or sponsorship helps keep this program free.

Registration Benefits

❤️ All registered participants will receive a FREE limited-edition 2026 Community Kitchen Program 5K T-shirt!

• T-Shirt Pickup: Early T-Shirt Pick-Up Location - Community Kitchen Café, 811 N. Charlotte Ave, Monroe, NC 28110
• Mission: Community Leadership Academy focuses on creating stronger communities through TEACH • REACH • FEED • LEAD.
• Engagement: Whether you run, walk, donate, sponsor, volunteer, or simply cheer, your support is invaluable.
• Impacting Lives: Together, we can change lives—one person, one opportunity, and one step at a time.

Call to Action

Register today: Runsignup.com/ckp

We can’t wait to see you at the starting line! Let’s Run for a Purpose and Share the Harvest together!