Foster5K + Kids Dash
From Child Advocates of Silicon Valley
- Date Sun 17th May 2026
- Time 9:00AM PDT
- Location San Jose, California
- Price $63.54
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
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Event summary
Join us for the 10th Annual Foster5K + Kids Dash on Sunday, May 17, 2026, at Martial Cottle Park in San Jose, Santa Clara! This vibrant event, organized by Child Advocates of Silicon Valley, celebrates a decade of community impact while supporting foster youth who have faced trauma. Lace up your sneakers for a chip-timed 5K run/walk suitable for all ages and abilities, or let the little ones participate in the exciting Kids Dash, with categories for both "Big Kids" (ages 6-10) and "Little Kids" (ages 5 and under). Every step taken during this uplifting event turns into hope for foster children in our community, ensuring that Child Advocates of Silicon Valley can continue providing vital support through their Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA) Program. By participating, you're not just running; you're standing for change and making a meaningful impact in the lives of vulnerable youth. Let's come together to uplift our foster children and create a brighter future!
Organiser's Description
THE 10TH ANNUAL FOSTER5K + KIDS DASH
RUN FOR HOPE. STAND FOR CHANGE.
The 10th Annual Foster5K celebrates a decade of community impact. Amidst a critical funding crisis, your participation in our 5K ensures that we can continue providing advocates for foster youth who have experienced trauma. On Sunday, May 17, 2026, we gather at Martial Cottle Park to turn steps into hope. Race proceeds support Child Advocates of Silicon Valley [https://childadvocatessv.org/about/] (CASV) and its Court Appointed Special Advocate [https://childadvocatessv.org/casa/] (CASA) Program, dedicated to providing everlasting impact on our community's most vulnerable youth.
WAYS TO MOVE:
5K Run/Walk: A chip-timed race for all ages and abilities at Martial Cottle Park.
Kids Dash: Featuring a "Big Kids Dash" (ages 610) and a "Little Kids Dash" (ages 5 and under). All Dashers get a goodie bag at the finish line!
WHETHER YOU SPRINT, JOG, OR SKIP, YOU ARE RUNNING FOR THEIR FUTURE. JOIN US AND STAND FOR CHANGE!
_ALL PROCEEDS BENEFIT CHILD ADVOCATES OF SILICON VALLEY, AN INDEPENDENT NONPROFIT SERVING OUR COMMUNITY'S MOST VULNERABLE YOUTH - FOSTER CHILDREN AGED BIRTH TO 21 YEARS OLD WHO HAVE EXPERIENCED ABUSE, NEGLECT AND/OR ABANDONMENT. TOGETHER WE CAN HELP LIFT UP OUR FOSTER CHILDREN. LEARN MORE ABOUT HOW TO HELP A CHILD IN FOSTER CARE AT _CHILDADVOCATESSV.ORG [http://www.childadvocatessv.org]_._
RUN FOR HOPE. STAND FOR CHANGE.
The 10th Annual Foster5K celebrates a decade of community impact. Amidst a critical funding crisis, your participation in our 5K ensures that we can continue providing advocates for foster youth who have experienced trauma. On Sunday, May 17, 2026, we gather at Martial Cottle Park to turn steps into hope. Race proceeds support Child Advocates of Silicon Valley [https://childadvocatessv.org/about/] (CASV) and its Court Appointed Special Advocate [https://childadvocatessv.org/casa/] (CASA) Program, dedicated to providing everlasting impact on our community's most vulnerable youth.
WAYS TO MOVE:
5K Run/Walk: A chip-timed race for all ages and abilities at Martial Cottle Park.
Kids Dash: Featuring a "Big Kids Dash" (ages 610) and a "Little Kids Dash" (ages 5 and under). All Dashers get a goodie bag at the finish line!
WHETHER YOU SPRINT, JOG, OR SKIP, YOU ARE RUNNING FOR THEIR FUTURE. JOIN US AND STAND FOR CHANGE!
_ALL PROCEEDS BENEFIT CHILD ADVOCATES OF SILICON VALLEY, AN INDEPENDENT NONPROFIT SERVING OUR COMMUNITY'S MOST VULNERABLE YOUTH - FOSTER CHILDREN AGED BIRTH TO 21 YEARS OLD WHO HAVE EXPERIENCED ABUSE, NEGLECT AND/OR ABANDONMENT. TOGETHER WE CAN HELP LIFT UP OUR FOSTER CHILDREN. LEARN MORE ABOUT HOW TO HELP A CHILD IN FOSTER CARE AT _CHILDADVOCATESSV.ORG [http://www.childadvocatessv.org]_._
Races
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10th Annual Foster5K + Kids Dash Presented by Rubrik
Incl. $4.54 Fee & Race Shirt
Sun 17th May 2026 (9:00AM PDT)
$63.54
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5283 Snell Ave, San Jose, 95136, CA, United States
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