Portraits of Hope Fun Run

Portraits of Hope is proud to announce the 2nd Annual Stay the Course Fun Run, taking place on March 15, 2025, at 9:00 AM in Homewood Park. Participants are invited to run, walk, or scooter their way through the one-mile flat course, perfect for all ages and skill levels.
The fun run benefits recent graduates (within six months) of The Lovelady Center in Birmingham, with this year’s goal to raise funds to provide 25 women with 25 cars in 2025. In partnership with First Fruits Ministries, the initiative aims to help women secure reliable transportation, empowering them and their families toward stability and independence.
First Fruits secures the cars and gets them in reliable condition. The Lovelady graduates raise $1500 and then Portraits of Hope matches the $1500 in order for the ladies to obtain a car after taking auto maintenance classes. Several recipients of previous First Fruits cars will be at the fun run with their cars.
“We believe that transportation is a vital step toward sustainable success for these women and their families,” said Beverly McNeil. “Our collaboration with First Fruits Ministries exemplifies community-driven support for lasting change.”
In order to register for the fun run, go to portraitsofhope.charity where you can enter your information and have the opportunity to donate. Participants are encouraged to arrive early for pre-race activities, including Chance to Win games, a food truck, a bouncy house and an opportunity for the community to interact with the Lovelady graduates.
Event Details:
What: 2nd Annual Stay the Course Fun Run
When: March 15, 2025, at 9:00 AM
Where: Homewood Park, Birmingham, AL
Course: One-mile flat course suitable for all ages and skill levels
Why: Support graduates of The Lovelady Center in achieving reliable transportation through the “25 Women, 25 Cars in 2025” campaign
About Portraits of Hope:
Portraits of Hope is dedicated to uplifting and supporting women graduating from The Lovelady Center who might need one extra “hand up” in their continuous journey of recovery through community-focused initiatives that provide tangible solutions and long-term support. Our annual Stay the Course Fun Run is just one of the ways we foster connection and meaningful impact in Birmingham and beyond.