
CHSAA The Charge: on Hunger is a running race on September 12, 2026 in Fort Wayne, IN, with entry fees from $5 to $35.
From the Organizer
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!
Events
Weather
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
78°
Typical Low
55°
Chance of Rain
30%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Ft Wayne Intl Ap, 12 mi from the venue.
Host City
Population
266,235
as of 2023
City Elevation
767 ft
Nearest Airport
FWA
Fort Wayne International Airport · 9 mi
Major Hub
IND
Indianapolis International Airport · 114 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
A big city race. Expect multiple lodging options and plenty to do the day before.
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CHSAA The Charge: on Hunger
Sep 12, 2026