
About this Event
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 13 – SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 20, 2025Presented by C.A.R.E.™ – Community Animal Rescue Effort
Join us for a week-long celebration benefiting rescue pets!
Our 30th Annual Strut for Strays is a hybrid event—walk in-person or virtually, and help raise critical funds for animals in need.
🚶♂️ IN-PERSON KICKOFF WALK
📍 McGrath Evanston Subaru📅 Saturday, September 13, 2025⏰ Morning walk – 2.5 miles on the scenic Northshore Sculpture Path
Come strut with fellow C.A.R.E.™ supporters and kick off the week with energy, enthusiasm, and community spirit!
🌍 VIRTUAL WALK OPTION
Prefer to walk on your own? No problem!Complete your Strut anywhere, anytime between September 13–20.
Whether it's your neighborhood, a favorite trail, or a treadmill—your steps still save lives.
🎁 SWAG PICKUP & SHIPPING
Participants can:
- Pick up swag at the September 13 event,
- Attend one of our other scheduled pickup events, or
- Have swag shipped directly to you!
💙 WHY STRUT?
Strut for a Reason: Fundraise for Rescue Pets.Every dollar raised goes directly to helping C.A.R.E.™ rescue, rehabilitate, and rehome pets in need.
and help us make our 30th Strut the most impactful yet!Let’s walk, give, and save lives—together. 🐶🐱👟
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
McGrath Subaru Evanston, 3340 Oakton Street, Skokie, United States
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