Mile in My Shoes Ultra Tour de MiMS Teams

One day · Eight segments

39 Miles
for Their Shoes

A one-day relay of eight segments to raise money, awareness and support for Mile in My Shoes.

Date: Saturday, November 14 Arrive: 7:00 am Run starts: 7:30 am

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The Run

  • 39miles
  • 8segments
  • 1day

A loop through all of the Mile in My Shoes team locations in support of the MiMS Give to the Max campaign. All runners are welcome for one, two or as many segments as you want to run.

Not feeling like running? There are plenty of other ways to support. To run or lend support, check out the rest of the site and then fill out the interest form.

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Schedule & Routes

All times are estimates; on-course contacts will be shared on the day. Join any segment, or come cheer at a handoff point.

2 Capitol (Photo Opp) → Union Gospel Mission

Est. start
8:05 am
Est. finish
8:17 am
Distance
1.12 mi
Start
Capitol
Handoff
Union Gospel Mission
Starting address Address Capitol Building Front Steps
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FAQ

How did this start?

It started as a wild idea between two then-board members, Joe Rauch and Andy Morgan: run a loop between all of the MiMS teams, in one day, to bring awareness to the MiMS Give to the Max campaign. Folks were invited to join, and a few came out and ran in the cold and the snow. We agreed it was just too much fun to keep to a few folks. Since then it has gotten a little bigger and a little more organized each year.

How are my donations used?

Every dollar goes to Mile in My Shoes, which partners with homeless shelters, substance-use recovery programs and reentry centers to build running communities. Donations put Resident Members in running gear, cover their race entries and milestone incentives, and support workshops and ongoing programming. For example:

  • $15 buys winter running gloves and a hat for one Resident Member
  • $50 buys a pair of running shoes or covers a 5K race entry
  • $202 sponsors a full gear kit: shoes, shirt, socks and shorts or pants
  • $500 covers a Member’s gear, incentives and end-of-season race

More than 1,000 people have run their first mile with MiMS, and over 600 have finished a 5K. See more on the MiMS donate page.

Can I run a segment with you?

Absolutely! You can run as many segments as you feel up to.

Do I need to run all 39 miles?

No! Come out for one, two or as many as you want.

Where can I watch or cheer?

Anyplace along the course. The routes and estimated start and finish times are listed above. Drive by and honk, stop and cheer, throw money at us—any and all support is welcome.

What happens if the weather is bad?

Define bad? We’re from Minnesota. There’s no such thing as bad weather if you’re dressed properly. The first year Joe and I did this, it was at or below freezing all day, snowed off and on, and our water bottles froze—and we still finished. Last year we ran in singlets and shorts. Unless there’s lightning or it’s dangerously cold, we will run.

Are there aid stations on the route?

Sort of. Support vehicles go ahead of us and set up at each handoff point, and mid-segment on the longer segments. They’ll have water and snacks, but we suggest you prepare as if you were doing a long run. The support vehicles can carry stuff for you so you don’t have to carry all of it.

What if I have to drop out, or I’m not doing the whole thing? How do I get back to my car?

In a pinch, we have folks who will get you where you need to go. We also ask that you coordinate with fellow runners who aren’t doing the full route—we’ll have a spreadsheet available to help.

From Past Runs

    Our Partner Teams

    The relay connects every Mile in My Shoes team location. These are the partners who host our teams.

    Union Gospel Mission

    Union Gospel Mission Twin Cities

    A Christian nonprofit serving people experiencing homelessness and hardship across the Twin Cities. Union Gospel Mission provides meals, shelter, housing, addiction recovery, and support for men, women, children and veterans as they rebuild their lives.

    Learn more →

    Roseville

    Volunteers of America Minnesota and Wisconsin · Roseville Residential Reentry Center

    A residential reentry center offering a safe, structured home for people completing their sentences in the community after incarceration. Residents get support with employment, job placement and financial management as they rebuild their lives.

    Learn more →

    Adult Teen Challenge

    Minnesota Adult & Teen Challenge

    A faith-based nonprofit helping teens and adults find freedom from addiction by addressing their physical, emotional and spiritual needs. Its programs include licensed residential and outpatient treatment, a long-term residential recovery program, and mental health care.

    Learn more →

    Salvation Army

    The Salvation Army · Minneapolis Adult Rehabilitation Center

    A six-month, faith-based recovery program helping men break free from addiction and repeat incarceration. Participants take part in work therapy, counseling and spiritual support as they build a new start.

    Learn more →

    Thank You, Sponsors

    A few of the sponsors that support MiMS or have directly contributed to this campaign.

    Why We Run: Mile in My Shoes

    Mile in My Shoes builds running communities where people facing homelessness, incarceration, addiction recovery or the move from military service run alongside volunteer mentors.

    Learn about Mile in My Shoes