16th Annual Race For A Soldier Half Marthon, 10K & 5K, Virtual Run, or Kids Run

Sun, Sep 13, 2026, 8:25 AM PDT

Location: Gig Harbor, WA; 10550 Harbor Hill Drive, 98332
Type: RUN

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Run to support military service members, veterans, and first responders impacted by PTSD and TBI through the Permission To Start Dreaming Foundation.

For a Cause

Great for

Military & First Responders

The 16th Annual Race For A Soldier supports the Permission To Start Dreaming Foundation, dedicated to aiding military service members, veterans, and first responders. This event raises awareness for those living with Post Traumatic Stress and Traumatic Brain Injuries, helping to fund vital programs like Mind, Body and Spirit workshops, leadership summits, and the Warrior PATHH training program. Participate in the Half Marathon, 10K, 5K, or Kids Run to contribute to their mission of restoring lives.

What to expect

Choose from a Half Marathon, 10K, 5K, or Kids Run, with a virtual option available.
Navigate a hilly course in Gig Harbor, designed to challenge participants.
Join a community focused on honoring and supporting our nation's heroes.

Standout details

Supports military, veterans, and first responders
Benefits Permission To Start Dreaming Foundation
Addresses PTSD and TBI awareness
Includes Half Marathon, 10K, 5K, Kids Run

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Distances & registration

5 options

Registration for all distances is through the official signup link above.

3.1 Miles
Sun, Sep 13, 8:30 AM PDT · From $38.53
Opens Feb 23, 2026, 7:00 PM PST · Closes Sep 13, 2026, 5:00 AM PDT
7.5 Miles
Sun, Sep 13, 8:25 AM PDT · From $54.40
Opens Feb 23, 2026, 7:00 PM PST · Closes Sep 13, 2026, 5:00 AM PDT
Virtual Run
Sun, Sep 13, 8:00 AM PDT · From $49.11
Opens Feb 23, 2026, 7:00 PM PST · Closes Sep 5, 2026, 7:59 PM PDT

+ 2 more options

Half Marathon
Sun, Sep 13, 8:15 AM PDT · From $80.85
Opens Feb 24, 2026, 1:51 AM PST · Closes Sep 13, 2026, 5:00 AM PDT
Kids' Run
Sun, Sep 13, 7:45 AM PDT · From $17.37
Opens Feb 24, 2026, 1:51 AM PST · Closes Sep 13, 2026, 5:00 AM PDT

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Steady Effort

The course

Hilly
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From the organizer

Race For A Soldier is presented by the Permission To Start Dreaming Foundation to raise awareness of the challenges faced by our military service members, veterans and first responders living with the effects of Post Traumatic Stress and Traumatic Brain Injuries. The Foundation has delivered Mind, Body and Spirit workshops; courage and leadership summits; eliminated barriers for veterans to receive equine therapy and counseling; facilitates the Warrior PATHH training program; and peer to peer support meetings called “Huddles” in Tacoma, Gig Harbor, and Bremerton.

The Permission to Start Dreaming Foundation is committed to finding the best tools and training to enhance the mind, body and spiritual wellbeing of our nation’s veterans, first responders and their family members. We believe they should be provided the very best programs that help restore their lives and overcome the trauma they face while serving their country and communities.

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