Paws with a Purpose 5k
About this race
5K Fundraiser for the Humane Society of Charlotte
Join us for a 5K run/walk to support the Humane Society of Charlotte and help us make a difference in the lives of animals in our community.
Event Details
- Distance: 5 kilometers
- Beneficiary: Humane Society of Charlotte
- All proceeds support animal rescue, care, and adoption services
Why Participate?
- Support local animal welfare initiatives
- Join a community of animal lovers
- Get active while making a positive impact
- Help provide food, shelter, and medical care for animals in need
Whether you run, walk, or volunteer, your participation helps the Humane Society of Charlotte continue its mission of compassion and care for animals. Dogs are welcome to join the event too, so bring your furry friend along for the fun while supporting a great cause.
*Registration fees will serve as donations. All registration fees and additional donations will go directly to the Humane Society of Charlotte to support its mission of caring for animals in need.
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Running
5k Run
SPONSORED BY COMMUNITY EDUCATIONAL FUNDING Early Bird Registration (July 15 – August 12): $25 per runner Standard Registration (August 13 – August 15): $30 per runner *Registration fees serve as donations and directly support the Humane Society of Charlotte. Thank you for helping turn strides into second chances.
Typical race-day weather
Based on 1 year of Open-Meteo archive data for this event's race dates in Waxhaw, plus the 3 days either side.
The sun rises at 6:43 AM and sets at 8:11 PM local time (EDT) in Waxhaw on August 15, 2026 — 13h 28m of daylight.
Course
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- Entries, prices, waves and inclusions — the event's official registration page
- Temperature and humidity — Copernicus ERA5 reanalysis via Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0)
- Elevation and terrain relief — Copernicus DEM GLO-90, ESA (CC BY 4.0)
- Comparisons and counts — Race Discovery calendar, 2 Waxhaw events
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