Miles for Refugees: Move Your Body, Move Your Heart & Move to Welcome
Join the Movement: Move to Welcome This Summer!
Be part of Miles for Refugees: Move to Welcome—a community-wide movement kicking off June 1 in honor of World Refugee Day (June 20) and culminating in a live walk, run, or bike event and celebration on August 29.
This summer, every step you take helps support refugees and immigrants as they rebuild their lives with stability, dignity, and hope in the Greater Sacramento region.
Whether you walk, run, bike, or dance your way through the season, your movement becomes part of something bigger—helping create a culture of welcome and inclusivity where individuals and families can truly belong.
Why Participate?
• Support life-changing services including housing stability, employment support, ESL education, and health navigation.
• Raise awareness and advocate for refugees and immigrants in your community.
• Help create a culture of welcome and inclusivity where individuals and families can truly belong.
How to Get Involved?
1. Register
• Individual: $40
• Small Group (3–10 participants): $35 per person
• Large Group (11+ participants): $30 per person
👉 Registration Opens May 8 — Sign Up Soon!
*Registration includes a T-shirt upon request (while supplies last; limited sizes available).
2. Set Your Goal
• Challenge yourself to complete 100 miles throughout the summer.
• Fundraise $250+ as an individual or $1,000+ as a team.
• Share your “why” and invite others to support or join you.
3. Move to Welcome
• Stay active in a way that works for you—walk, run, bike, or move however you choose.
• Track your miles from June 1 through August 29 and be part of a collective impact across our community.
4. Celebrate Your Impact
Join us for a Miles for Refugees Celebration Event on the morning of August 29—a time to gather, reflect, and celebrate the difference you’ve made alongside others in the community.
HOW WILL YOU MOVE THIS SUMMER?
Whether you walk, run, bike, or dance, your movement—alongside the support of our community and sponsors—helps expand access to care, strengthen economic stability, and support the well-being of refugee families and vulnerable immigrants.
Every mile you log is more than movement—it’s impact. Together, we are creating pathways to healing, stability, and belonging.
Move Your Body💙 Move Your Heart 💙 Move To Welcome
There are countless ways to move this summer—here are a few ideas inspired by the journeys, resilience, and stories of refugees in our community:
Run a 5K
Whether you’re a seasoned runner or just starting out, running a 5k is a fantastic way to spread awareness of your mission while challenging yourself. (Bonus points: Do it on World Refugee Day)
Swim 2K over the month of July
In the movie "The Swimmers," we see the harrowing journey of two sisters who swam part of the Aegean Sea to save others on their raft attempting to reach safety. Swim to spread awareness of their stories.
Walk 70 miles over the whole summer
It’s estimated that several thousand migrants walk roughly 70 miles through the perilous Darien Gap to get from South to Central America. Walk 70 miles this month to show solidarity with those who have no other choice but to make this journey.
FAQ
Frequestly Asked Questions
Do I Participate by Myself or with a Group?
It’s up to you! Even if you are participating alone, you are collectively walking, running, or cycling with participants across the Sacramento region! But if you feel so inclined to gather a group to spread love and awareness, that will only increase the fun in our opinion!
What Does Participation Look Like?
Miles for Refugees: Move to Welcome is a flexible, community-wide movement you can join from anywhere. Throughout the summer, you can log miles by walking, running, biking, or moving in ways that fit your routine—on your own time and at your own pace.
Set personal or team goals—whether it’s miles completed, funds raised, or a fitness milestone—and make this journey your own.
Stay connected along the way by sharing your progress, photos, and stories. Tag @worldreliefsacramento, send us your highlights, or use our event hashtag #MilesForRefugees to be part of the collective movement.
Then, come together with fellow participants, partners, and sponsors at our in-person celebration on August 29 to honor the impact we’ve made—together.
@worldreliefsacramento #milesforrefugees
Is There a Fundraising Goal?
There’s no required amount, but we encourage individuals to set a goal of $250 and teams or groups to aim for $1,000. Every dollar you raise helps sustain vital services—like housing assistance, job readiness, and English classes—for refugees rebuilding their lives in Sacramento. Your support truly makes a difference!
How Should I Record My Activity?
On your Classy fundraising page, you can post updates to your progress. We encourage you to post your activities and photos if you have them!
Your supporters will get notified when you share an update!
Interested in Becoming a Sponsor?
Partner with us to make a tangible impact in our community while gaining meaningful visibility for your organization.
Sponsors receive:
- Recognition on event materials, website, and social media
- Opportunity to host a table at the August 29 celebration event
- Direct engagement with community members, participants, and partners
- Alignment with a mission-driven, community-centered cause
👉 Ready to partner with us? Email SacCE@wr.org to learn more about sponsorship opportunities.
Miles for Refugees 2024 - Kick-Off Event Recap Video
Every Dollar Counts.
Every dollar you raise or give through Miles for Refugees helps sustain life-changing services for refugee families and vulnerable immigrants—supporting access to care, economic stability, and long-term well-being.
At a time when policy changes are creating increased uncertainty, your support provides consistency, compassion, and critical resources. Your movement—and your generosity—make a lasting difference.
Move your body. Move your heart. Move to Welcome.
