14th Annual Miles for a Mission 5K Run/Walk – In Person AND Virtual – benefiting INTEMPO

Join us for the 14th Annual Miles for a Mission 5K Run/Walk event! 

Participate In Person or Virtually

For the In Person Run/Walk & Dogapalooza, join us at St. Francis Episcopal Church, 2810 Long Ridge Rd, Stamford, CT, on Sunday, Sept 20 at 9:00 AM - canine companions are welcomed to both events! The Run will NOT be chip timed but, if you register as timed, we WILL record your finish time and place. Your results will be posted on this website a few days after the event. The 5K course is USATF certified.

Dogapalooza activities will start at 9:15 AM and the contest will start at 9:45 AM with competitions for ‘Best Trick’, ‘Looks Most Like Your Dog’, ‘Best in Show’ and more.

To take part in the Virtual Run/Walk any time between Sept 14 - 20, walk, run, jog, hike, swim or hop on your treadmill to complete your own personal 5K. Participate with friends or family members!

Beneficiary of Run/Walk Proceeds

We are proud to announce that we have chosen INTEMPO as the beneficiary for the 2026 Miles for a Mission Run/Walk. Our goal is to raise funds and awareness for the work of this important organization.

INTEMPO's mission is to enable young people, regardless of their life circumstances, to thrive through instruction in classical and multi-cultural music, the building of life skills, and the fostering of community. The organization’s music education programs develop young people’s artistry, cultivate pride in heritage, and promote positive socioemotional growth, ensuring that young people gain the skills and knowledge they need to realize their potential. Since its founding in 2011 as a much-needed bridge between the Fairfield County arts sector and under-resourced communities, INTEMPO has reached thousands of young people and community members from all walks of life, through afterschool, summer, and partnership programs as well as concerts and outreach events. Visit their website at https://intempo.org/home/.

We hope you will join us by registering, making an additional donation if you can, and spreading the word among your family and friends.

Event day parking is available on Echo Hill Drive, just north of St. Francis Church. From there, follow the arrows to the path leading to the Church (i.e., starting line). NOTE: Church parking lot will be closed during the event for the safety of everyone.