Journey to Heal Ministries Hope Run
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Journey to Heal Ministries Hope Run
The Journey to Heal Ministries Hope Run is a charity run and walk in Wilmington, NC, held in person at Long Leaf Park on April 26, 2026, with a virtual participation window from April 1 to April 26, 2026. The event supports Journey to Heal Ministries, a volunteer run 501(c)(3) nonprofit that provides trauma informed, Christ centered peer recovery programs for adult survivors of past sexual abuse. Proceeds fund mentoring, support groups, education, resources, and an annual women’s conference.
The park course uses a paved trail. The 5K is a double loop and is timed. The 1.5 mile is a single loop and is not timed. The course is stroller and wheelchair friendly. Dogs are not allowed on the trail during the event. Long Leaf Park requests that participant parking be limited to hard top parking areas and not at the shelter area.
Race swag includes a 2026 Hope Run t-shirt made from Gildan Softstyle 100% ringspun cotton. In person shirt sizes are guaranteed until March 15. Virtual participants who register by March 15 are guaranteed race shirts by April 1; an additional shipping fee applies if swag is mailed.
Awards include top overall and age group prizes for the 5K, top finishers for the 1.5 mile youth race, and largest team awards for both in person and virtual participation. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
