Share the Harvest – 5th Annual 5K Run/Walk

 Share the Harvest – 4th Annual 5K Run/Walk  Hosted by Community Leadership Academy Benefiting the Community Kitchen Program Dear Participants, Donors, and Sponsors, We are excited to announce that the "Share the Harvest 5th Annual 5K Run/Walk" is officially happening—and we’d love for you to be part of it!  Date: Saturday, September 5, 2026 ⏰ Time: 10:00 AM  Location: McAlpine Creek Park – 8711 Monroe Rd, Charlotte, NC 28212 This year, we are proud to share that 117 individuals have already signed up for our Community Kitchen Program, a completely free culinary training initiative that equips underserved community members—immigrants, refugees, and those in need—with the skills and certification to launch successful careers in the food industry. Your participation in this fun and meaningful 5K Run/Walk helps us raise critical funds to keep this 100% free program running strong!  BONUS! All registered runners will receive a FREE limited-edition 2026 Community Kitchen Program running T-shirt as a token of our appreciation. The Community Leadership Academy is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, and your support directly empowers lives, promotes job readiness, and creates lasting change. Let’s run, walk, and Share the Harvest together! Thank you for your continued support—we can’t wait to see you there!