5K Run/Walk for Shelter - Charlottesville, VA

The annual 5K Run/Walk for Shelter is an endurance event that takes place on the Charlottesville Downtown Mall. Participants receive a beanie/hat and can compete for awards in various categories. The event supports the Shelter for Help in Emergency, which aids victims of domestic violence through services like a 24-hour hotline, emergency shelter, and legal advocacy. The Shelter aims to be a community resource for information on domestic violence. Participants and supporters can contribute through registration fees or donations to further the Shelter's mission.