
From the Organizer
Strides for Shelter: A 5K to Combat Housing Displacement.
Lace up your shoes and join us for Strides for Shelter, a 5k run/walk dedicated to providing affordable housing and combating the displacement in our historic neighborhoods.
At Running for Real Estate, we believe everyone deserves the opportunity to stay in the neighborhoods they know and love.
Every step you take in the Strides for Shelter 5k directly supports our mission to:
Build and rehabilitate affordable homes: Creating safe and sustainable housing options for families in need.
Revitalize historic neighborhoods: Preserving the unique character and charm of our communities while ensuring affordability.
Stabilize communities: Empowering long-term residents to remain in their homes and build a secure future.
Prevent displacement: Offering a vital alternative to the pressures.
By participating in Strides for Shelter, you're not just running a race – you're:
Becoming a part of the solution.
Showing your support for affordable housing initiatives.
Helping families stay rooted in their communities.
Investing in the future of our historic neighborhoods.
Whether you're a seasoned runner, a casual walker, or simply passionate about our cause, we invite you to join us for a morning of community, fitness, and purpose. Be a part of the solution! Your participation in Strides for Shelter will make a tangible difference in the lives of our neighbors and the future of our community.
Event Details:
Date: Saturday, June 13, 2026
Time: 8 AM
Location: Witten Park, 13256 Saxony Blvd, Fishers, IN 46037
Registration Fee: $40 or less. All proceeds benefit Running for Real Estate's mission and affordable housing initiatives.
Join us as we take meaningful Strides for Shelter and build a more just and equitable community for all!
Register today at https://runsignup.com/Race/IN/Fishers/StridesForShelterRun and learn more about our work at www.runningforrealestate.org.
Events
Weather
Live forecast from the U.S. National Weather Service.
Race Day
Saturday, 6/13
High
87°
Low
67°
Conditions
Mostly sunny then slight chance showers and thunderstorms
Chance of Rain
24%
Wind
2 to 7 mph
Host City
Population
100,918
as of 2023
Elevation
815 ft
Nearest Airport
IND
Indianapolis International Airport · 23 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
A mid-size host city. Enough lodging and amenities to keep race weekend easy, without big-city sprawl.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
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Strides for Shelter 5K
Jun 13, 2026