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Run For Their Lives

August 22, 2026 6:30 am

Kiwanis Park
1800 Wicker Street, Sanford, NC 27330

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Welcome to Carolina Animal Rescue & Adoption’s 18th Annual Run For Their Lives!

Race Options

  • 5K / 10K Run-Walk
  • 15K Challenge Race
  • 1/2 Mile Kids’ Fun Run

Join us Saturday, August 29, 2026 at Kiwanis Park in Sanford for one of CARA’s biggest fundraisers of the year.

Run For Their Lives helps keep our shelter in operation and supports the care of unwanted animals throughout Central North Carolina. Whether you run, walk, participate virtually or simply support the event, you are helping provide food, shelter, medical care and second chances for animals in need.

Race Day Registration: Bib pickup and new registrations begin at 6:30 a.m. at Kiwanis Park. There is no advance bib pickup.

The course winds through Historic Sanford and the Greenway, with just enough hills to remind you that your legs made questionable life choices.

Participants may also choose a virtual option, complete their own 5K or 10K route or select the “Sleep For Their Lives” option to support CARA without running.

Thank you for your ongoing support of Carolina Animal Rescue & Adoption, where pets become family.

Thank you to our Generous Sponsors!