Running with a Purpose

Each summer, thousands of runners take on the epic 199-mile Hood to Coast relay. But for Portland Rescue Mission’s Sober and Thriving team, this isn’t just a race—it’s a powerful, Christ-centered mission to bring hope to men, women, and children in crisis. 

In 2025, our team is racing toward a bold goal: raising $50,000 to support addiction recovery, safe shelter, and long-term transformation through Portland Rescue Mission. We’re thrilled to be supported by an amazing group of sponsors who share in our vision for healing and restoration. 

Leading the charge is our Premier Sponsor, Panera’s Share the Dough Foundation, whose generous investment is helping power every mile we run. Their commitment to uplifting communities and restoring lives makes them a perfect match for this meaningful journey. 

Joining us as Title Sponsor is the Wagner Planning, with additional support from our Presenting Sponsors, Wade Au Insurance Agency from State Farm, and The Partners Group. We’re also grateful for our Featured Sponsors: Brown and Brown and CIDA—organizations that believe in second chances and life transformation. 

While many of our runners have stories of personal redemption, this year’s focus is on the greater mission—helping others find their way out of addiction. Our team includes PRM alumni, staff, and volunteers who live out the Recover and Give Back pillars of our PRM Transformation Model every day. 

We know this race is bigger than any one person. Every mile run is powered by prayer, community, and the generosity of our partners. Every dollar raised fuels meals, safe shelter, spiritual guidance, and the long-term recovery care that transforms lives forever. 

This is your chance to join us on the journey. Whether you’re cheering us on, praying for our team, or giving generously, we need you.

To our incredible sponsors: thank you. Your support is more than financial—it’s deeply personal to the lives being transformed through Portland Rescue Mission. 

With your help, we’re not just running to the coast. We’re running toward a future where every person in crisis can find healing, dignity, and purpose in Christ.

How You Can Help

You can be part of this journey. By supporting the Sober and Thriving team, you’re helping provide meals, safe shelter, recovery programs, and the hope of new life to people in our city who desperately need it.

👉 Donate here to support the team.

Together, we can run this race of hope and life transformation, one step at a time.

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