Run for Refuge 5K

Event Overview

Every step makes a difference.

Join us for the Run for Refuge 5K on November 14, 2026, at 100 Museum Drive, Newport News, VA, and help bring hope, healing, and transformation to men and women experiencing homelessness in our community. This family-friendly race supports the life-changing work of Peninsula Rescue Mission, where individuals find safe shelter, hot meals, Christ-centered care, and a pathway toward restored lives.

Participation Details

• Who can join: Whether you are a seasoned runner aiming for a personal best or walking with friends and family, your participation directly impacts those seeking refuge from crisis and hardship.
• Proceeds: From the race support emergency shelter, long-term recovery programs, and our growing outreach to women with nowhere else to turn.
• What to expect: This is more than a race — it is a movement of compassion.
• Call to action: Together, we can run toward a future where every person has a place to belong and the opportunity to rebuild.

Get Involved

Lace up your shoes. Invite your friends. Run for refuge.

For more information, visit the race page: Run for Refuge 5K.