Foster5K + Kids Dash
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From Foster5K
- Date Sun 17th May 2026
- Time 9:00AM PDT
- Location San Jose, California
- Price $48.70
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the 10th Annual Foster5K + Kids Dash, taking place on Sunday, May 17, 2026, at the scenic Martial Cottle Park in San Jose, Santa Clara! Organized by Foster5K, this vibrant event celebrates a decade of community impact while raising essential funds for Child Advocates of Silicon Valley (CASV). Participants of all ages are invited to join in the fun, whether you're taking on the 5K run/walk, which is chip-timed and open to all abilities, or cheering on the young athletes in the Kids Dash, featuring a thrilling 700m sprint for "Big Kids" aged 6-10 and a 250m dash for "Little Kids" aged 5 and under.
By joining us, you’re not just participating in a race; you're standing for change and making a tangible difference in the lives of foster youth who have faced adversity. All proceeds from this inspiring event go directly to support CASV’s Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA) Program, dedicated to empowering the most vulnerable members of our community. So come out, run, jog, or skip for a cause that matters—together, we can help lift up
By joining us, you’re not just participating in a race; you're standing for change and making a tangible difference in the lives of foster youth who have faced adversity. All proceeds from this inspiring event go directly to support CASV’s Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA) Program, dedicated to empowering the most vulnerable members of our community. So come out, run, jog, or skip for a cause that matters—together, we can help lift up
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 ensures 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: Fun runs for ages 12 and under, featuring a 700m sprint for "Big Kids" (ages 610) and a 250m dash for our "Little Kids" (ages 5 and under).
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 ensures 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: Fun runs for ages 12 and under, featuring a 700m sprint for "Big Kids" (ages 610) and a 250m dash for our "Little Kids" (ages 5 and under).
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
Incl. $3.70 Fee & Race Shirt
Sun 17th May 2026 (9:00AM PDT)
$48.70
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