3rd Annual Race for a Summer of Second Chances benefiting CARE
Date
Sat, May 16, 2026, 8:00 AM CDTRace options
3 distancesTap any distance below for fee tiers and close dates.
Quick take
Run or walk to support CARE Humane Society and give animals a summer of second chances in Auburn, AL.
Best for: cause-driven runners
Race options
Distances & registration
3 optionsTap a distance to see fee tiers and close dates.
1 Mile
closes May 16, 2026, 4:00 AM CDT
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Closes May 16, 2026, 4:00 AM CDT · From $32.80
5K
2 options · closes May 16, 2026, 4:00 AM CDT
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Closes May 16, 2026, 4:00 AM CDT · From $38.10
3rd Annual Virtual-Race for a Summer of Second Chances b…
Closes May 16, 2026, 4:00 AM CDT · From $27.50
Race feel
- For a Cause
For a CauseJoin the 3rd Annual Race for a Summer of Second Chances, a 5K run and one-mile walk/run benefiting CARE Humane Society in Auburn, AL. This event offers a meaningful way to support animals in need, helping to provide them with second chances. Whether you choose to run the 5K, enjoy the one-mile walk, or participate virtually, your involvement directly contributes to a compassionate cause. It's an opportunity to connect with community and make a tangible difference.
What to expect
- Participate in a 5K run or a one-mile walk/run.
- A virtual 5K option is available for remote support.
- Packet pickup on Friday or race day morning.
Standout details
- Benefits CARE Humane Society
- Supports animals in need
- Virtual 5K option
Past results at a glance
Past race snapshot
What the field usually feels like
Based on past public results. Helpful context, not a prediction.
Selected year + distance
21 finishers in 1 Miles
Ranked by gun time when available
Very small finish count here - use this as loose context, not a race-day expectation.
Crowd
Small field
21 1 Miles finishers. A quieter race where the pack may spread out more quickly.
Typical finish
15:27
Middle-of-pack benchmark using gun time when available.
Competitive feel
Speedy front
There is real pace up front, even if the overall field is broad. Front-group read: 8:30.
People mix
More women
About 62% women and 38% men among finishers who listed gender.
Quick read
For the 1 Miles in 2025, this looks like a small field: 21 finishers in this data set. A middle-of-the-pack finish was around 15:27. The quicker front of the field averaged about 8:30. Use it as a feel check, not a promise about race day.
Fastest finishers in this file: 8:22 (male) and 10:34 (female).
Show historical award cutoffs3 rows
Cutoff = slowest posted time still inside the top finishers for a division.
| Division | Gender | Top N | Cutoff | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | Unspecified | Top 3 | 8:46 | finish-order sample |
| Female | Female | Top 3 | 12:35 | finish-order sample |
| Male | Male | Top 3 | 8:46 | finish-order sample |
Show the year-by-year numbers
| Distance | Year | Finishers | Typical | Average | Front 10% | Fastest M / W |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Miles | 2025 | 21 | 15:27 | 14:07 | 8:30 | 8:22 / 10:34 |
| 1 Miles | 2024 | 35 | 20:51 | 18:51 | 10:28 | 9:18 / 12:45 |
| 5K | 2025 | 69 | 33:23 | 34:38 | 22:18 | 18:09 / 24:57 |
| 5K | 2024 | 86 | 40:02 | 41:12 | 22:10 | 17:28 / 21:49 |
Last summary update: May 10, 2026
Ready to register?
Finish signup on the organizer site (check fees and dates there).
From the organizer
Join us for CARE’s 3rd Annual Race for a Summer of Second Chances benefitting CARE Humane Society™! Date: Sunday, May 16th Location: 1150 S Gay Street, Auburn, AL 36832 One Mile Walk/Run: Starts at 8:00 AM 5K Run: Starts at 8:30 AM Registration Fees:
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One Mile Walk/Run: $30 5K Run: $35 Virtual 5K: $25 Late/Registration for May 13 through Race Day $55 for 5K | $50 for One Mile Walk/Run Sponsorships are also available. For more information or to become a sponsor, email development@carehumane. org. Sign up today and help give animals a second chance this summer. Friday Packet Pickup will take place on May 15th from 4:00–6:00 PM at CARE Humane Society, 1140 Ware Drive who registered by May 12th at 11:59 PM. Race Day packet pickup begins at 7:00 AM for participants. Please arrive in enough time for all participants to get checked in. Late/Race Day Registration will be available May 13th through May 16th at 8am