Buddy Run
The spirit of Sam Day—dream big, laugh often, live well—was alive and well at this year’s Buddy Run. Just in time for the race, the rain cleared, making way for a cool, dry morning as 20 dedicated runners made their way through 12 miles of Portland’s parks, hills, streets, and sidewalks.
The 2025 Buddy Run was presented by Regence.
The Event
The spirit of Sam Day—dream big, laugh often, live well—was alive and well at this year’s Buddy Run. Just in time for the race, the rain cleared, making way for a cool, dry morning as 20 dedicated runners made their way through 12 miles of Portland’s parks, hills, streets, and sidewalks.
But the best part? Kids and their families felt it. They knew they weren’t alone—that there’s a powerful community rallying behind them, showing up, and taking action.
One especially inspiring story stood out: Mason, a Ewing sarcoma survivor and former Buddy, returned this year—not as a honoree, but as a runner. Even more incredible, he ran in honor of another child facing Ewing sarcoma and raised an astounding $11,000. That’s the kind of full-circle passion that fuels real change.
