Leah's Legacy

09/06/2026

The Leah’s Legacy entertainment lineup is here!

Enjoy live music from Woody Woods, followed by a live concert from Josh Pantry!

This year’s entertainment is proudly presented by 107.3 The Beat and V100.

Join us Sunday, September 13 at Slack Plaza for an unforgettable evening of music, community and celebration!

09/06/2026

ONE WEEK TO GO!

The 4th Annual Leah’s Legacy 5K Run, 2-Mile Walk and Kids Fun Run takes over downtown Charleston next Sunday, September 13.

Join us at Slack Plaza as we run, walk and come together to honor Leah’s memory while supporting scholarships for local student-athletes.

Children under 10 can register for the Kids Fun Run for only $10 through race day. This registration option does not include a shirt.

Sunday, September 13
5:00 PM
Slack Plaza in downtown Charleston

Time is running out. Register today:

https://runsignup.com/Race/WV/Charleston/LeahsLegacy

09/05/2026

We are proud to recognize Quality Woods as a Title Sponsor of the 4th Annual Leah’s Legacy.

Their generous support helps make this event possible while advancing our mission of honoring Leah’s life and supporting student-athletes who demonstrate leadership, teamwork and perseverance.

Thank you, Quality Woods, for investing in Leah’s legacy and the community that continues to carry it forward.

Join us Sunday, September 13 at 5:00 PM in downtown Charleston for the Leah’s Legacy 5K, 2-Mile Walk and Kids Fun Run.

Register today: https://runsignup.com/Race/WV/Charleston/CharlestonDistanceRun

09/04/2026

We are making it even easier for families to participate in the Leah’s Legacy Kids Fun Run!

Children under 10 can now register to run for just $10 through race day. This registration option does not include a race shirt.

This new option was made possible through the generous support of our Kids Fun Run sponsor, Charleston Pediatric Dentistry, Ashley Patnoe DDS, PLLC. Their partnership is helping us encourage more families to register, run and celebrate Leah’s legacy together.

Join us Sunday, September 13 at 5:00 PM in downtown Charleston.

Register today!

https://runsignup.com/Race/WV/Charleston/CharlestonDistanceRun

09/04/2026

Only 10 days to go until Leah’s Legacy 2026!

Join us as we run, walk, and come together to celebrate Leah’s life, honor her legacy, and support scholarships for senior athletes who embody her team-first, ALL IN spirit.

Sunday, September 13
5:00 PM
City Center at Slack Plaza
5K Run, 2-Mile Walk, and Kids Fun Run

Time is running out. Register today and be part of this meaningful community celebration.

Register here: https://runsignup.com/Race/WV/Charleston/LeahsLegacy

09/03/2026

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09/03/2026

09/01/2026

TITLE SPONSOR ANNOUNCEMENT

We are incredibly honored to recognize Atkinson & Frampton, PLLC as a Title Sponsor of the 2026 Leah’s Legacy Race.

For the Strickland family, this partnership is deeply personal. Atkinson & Frampton stood beside the family following the tragic 2022 accident that took Leah’s life, helping them navigate an unimaginable time.

Today, they continue to stand beside the family by supporting a mission built to ensure Leah’s name continues creating opportunities for others.

Their Title Sponsorship directly supports the scholarships at the heart of Leah’s Legacy.

To the entire Atkinson & Frampton team: thank you for standing with the Strickland family then, standing with Leah’s Legacy today, and helping us carry her story forward.

Join us Sunday, September 13 for the 4th Annual Leah’s Legacy 5K, 2-Mile Walk & Kids Fun Run.

Register today and help us continue Leah’s Legacy.
https://runsignup.com/Race/WV/Charleston/LeahsLegacy

09/01/2026

Congratulations to the winner of our WVU ticket giveaway! Michael Belter!

*Winer has already been reached out to and claimed

Stay tuned for upcoming race day giveaways, auction items and prizes!

09/01/2026

HOME TEAM SUPPORTING A HOMETOWN LEGACY!

We’re proud to recognize the Charleston Dirty Birds as a Gold Sponsor of the 2026 Leah’s Legacy Race!

The Dirty Birds have become an important part of the Charleston community, bringing families together at GoMart Ballpark and showing up for organizations and causes throughout our area.

Now, they’re stepping up to the plate for Leah’s Legacy.

And families, we have something special for you on race day!

Dusty, the official mascot of the Charleston Dirty Birds, will be joining us at Leah’s Legacy. Bring the kids, find Dusty, and make sure you grab a photo with him!

Thank you to the Charleston Dirty Birds for supporting Leah’s Legacy, investing in our community, and helping make this year’s event even more memorable.

Sunday, September 13
Leah’s Legacy 5K, 2-Mile Walk & Kids Fun Run

Register today and join us for a day the entire family can enjoy!
https://runsignup.com/Race/WV/Charleston/LeahsLegacy