CleftStrong 5K and Kids 1K

Run for Advanced Care. Fundraise for Global Impact. Join us in supporting families impacted by cleft conditions! Participate in person or virtually — every step and every dollar make a difference. Choose Your Race (In Person | Virtual | Digital) In-Person Race Location: Dwight D. Eisenhower Park, SA,TXDate: October 4, 2026Start Times: 5K – 8:30 AM | 1K – 8:00 AMPacket Pickup: TBA/ Check social media or inbox to stay apprised of all race announcements and updates! Race Registration Pricing Registration Period Dates 5K Kids 1K Virtual Option Notes Early Bird + Virtual July 15–August 21 $40 $25 $50 Register by August 21 for a guaranteed race shirt. Virtual registration closes at 11:00 AM CST. General Registration August 22–September 18 $50 $30 — Race shirt not guaranteed. Late Registration September 19–September 30 $60 $35 — Race shirt not guaranteed. Pup Division participation is free with the registration of the pup’s owner. Digital Bib - Virtual Race Option (A digital/printable E-bib comes with this registration) Option Dates Available Price Details Digital Virtual 5K/1K July 1 – Oct 4 $10 Complete your race anytime on October 4, 2026, virtually. E-Bib provided via confirmation email. NEW Pup Division Award Challenge! Run with your furry teammate! Pups are welcome to join the 5K and Kids 1K. Add the optional Free Pup Division Award Challenge during registration for your pup to be eligible for Top 3 Pup Awards. Times are based on the registered adult participant’s chip time. Why Register Early? Registering early helps our fully volunteer team plan effectively, secure supplies, and maximize every dollar raised for cleft lip and palate research and family support. Your early commitment strengthens our mission—and guarantees the best price. Important Notes Online registration closes at 11:00 AM CST on September 30 Virtual registration closes at 11:00 AM CST on August 21 In Person race is professionally timed This is a fully volunteer-operated nonprofit event Virtual Race Details Run, walk, or move your way — indoors or outdoors Track your results using any app or device (optional) Receive a printable finisher certificate and race bib upon registration Race kits will be shipped during the week of September 14, 2026 for all virtual race registrants who receive a race kit with their registration. How to Register Select Register Choose Individual or Team Select your race type and category:(In-Person | Virtual | Digital — 5K or 1K) Optional: Add a Kickstart Confidence 25 Pack (receive a confidence starter pack with your first $25 raised!) Complete registration and join the CleftStrong community Build Confidence. Change Lives. Click Fundraise Below. This year’s event proudly kicks off the Kickstart Confidence 25 Challenge benefiting LEAP Global Missions and their amazing work to fund cleft lip and palate surgeries for children worldwide. No matter how you participate, your support helps families thrive. Click Fundraise below and raise your first $25 to unlock your Confidence Starter Pack! – The CleftStrong 5K Team