CHSAA The Charge: on Hunger
- Date Sat 12th September 2026
- Time 9:30AM EDT
- Location Fort Wayne, Indiana
- Price $6.30 - $38.10
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile
Event summary
Join us for the inaugural "Charge on Hunger" event on Saturday, September 12, 2026, at the beautiful Carroll High School campus in Fort Wayne, Allen. This exciting community gathering features a vibrant 5K race and a family-friendly one-mile Fun Run, designed for participants of all ages! The Family Fun Run kicks off at 9:30 AM, allowing everyone to enjoy a delightful jog around the CHS track, where strollers and wheelchairs are warmly welcome. At 10:30 AM, the 5K race gets underway, culminating in a thrilling finish as runners cross the finish line on the CHS track, with supporters cheering them on from the stands and on the jumbotron.
This event is not just about running; it’s about making a difference! Proceeds from the race will support the Carroll High School Alumni Association and Boomerang Backpacks, an all-volunteer organization dedicated to providing food assistance to families in need. Early registrants can secure their spot for just $35 and receive a free t-shirt, with registration closing on September 11th. Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to support a great cause while enjoying delicious food from local vendors and food trucks. Whether rain or shine,
This event is not just about running; it’s about making a difference! Proceeds from the race will support the Carroll High School Alumni Association and Boomerang Backpacks, an all-volunteer organization dedicated to providing food assistance to families in need. Early registrants can secure their spot for just $35 and receive a free t-shirt, with registration closing on September 11th. Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to support a great cause while enjoying delicious food from local vendors and food trucks. Whether rain or shine,
Organiser's Description
Please join us for the inaugural Carroll High School Alumni Association: The Charge on Hunger 5K and Family Fun Run (one mile). This year, the race will raise funds for CHSAA and Boomerang Backpacks, an all-volunteer organization that serves NACS families with food assistance every week during the school year. We are thrilled to host this 5K on the beautiful Carroll High School campus, with support from the Northwest Fire District, Allen County Sheriff's Department, and other local sponsors.
On Saturday, September 12th, the Family Fun Run will kick off at 9:30am with a one mile race around the CHS track. This is a race for all ages, strollers and wheelchairs are welcome! The 5k will start promptly at 10:30am with a finish line on the CHS track, we invite families to cheer on your runner from the stands as they appear on the jumbotron in the final stretch! Awards for top finishers by age and gender.
Runners who register before September 1st lock-in the registration fee of $35 and receive a free t-shirt! After September 1st, the registration fee is $45 per participant; registration closes on September 11th.
Be sure to stick around and visit the food trucks and local vendors before you exit. The race will be an exciting community event and we look forward to seeing you, rain or shine!
On Saturday, September 12th, the Family Fun Run will kick off at 9:30am with a one mile race around the CHS track. This is a race for all ages, strollers and wheelchairs are welcome! The 5k will start promptly at 10:30am with a finish line on the CHS track, we invite families to cheer on your runner from the stands as they appear on the jumbotron in the final stretch! Awards for top finishers by age and gender.
Runners who register before September 1st lock-in the registration fee of $35 and receive a free t-shirt! After September 1st, the registration fee is $45 per participant; registration closes on September 11th.
Be sure to stick around and visit the food trucks and local vendors before you exit. The race will be an exciting community event and we look forward to seeing you, rain or shine!
Races
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5K Run
Incl. $3.10 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 12th September 2026 (10:30AM EDT)
$38.10
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Family Fun Run (1 Mile Around the Track)
Incl. $1.30 Fee
Sat 12th September 2026 (9:30AM EDT)
$6.30
The Family Fun Run is a four lap trip around the Carroll High School Football Stadium to reach one mile. This is a run for all ages, with strollers, wagons, and wheelchairs welcomed.
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Location
Carroll High School, 3701 Carroll Rd, Fort Wayne, 46818, IN, United States
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