p4p in the news
Boise State Public Radio News | Published Sept 29, 2025
At Pace for Peace, Idahoans speak on foreign aid and Boise community
“On Saturday, local nonprofit Pace For Peace hosted a 5k race called "Run for Afghanistan" to raise money for Afghans living under Taliban rule. The nonprofit is partnering with the Qamar Foundation, which provides emergency food, supplies, and medicine to Afghan communities.”
The Arbiter | Published Oct 03, 2025
Students organize 5k run to raise funds for Afghanistan earthquake relief
“Pace for Peace “Run for Afghanistan” drew Boise residents of all ages to Veterans Memorial Park on Saturday. The run, organized by the youth-led initiative Pace for Peace (P4P), took participants through Ester Simplot and Quinn’s Pond and aimed to raise money for Afghans under Taliban rule. ”
Idaho News 6 | Published Jun 05, 2025
Boise locals with international ties react to President Trump's travel restrictions
“BOISE, Idaho — As President Trump announces new travel restrictions on 19 countries, Boise locals with international ties are speaking out. “This is so unfair to see,” said Sayed Mirbahcha.”
IKTVB 7 | Published May 23, 2025
'No one chooses to be a refugee': 'Pace for Peace 5K' supports Idaho refugee services amid federal funding cuts
BOISE, Idaho — At least 200 runners are expected to participate on Saturday in the second annual "Ana & Pace for Peace 5K," a fundraising event to support refugee services after the federal government halted refugee admissions in January.
Idaho News 6 | Published May 25, 2025
Boise community gathers to support Idaho refugees at 5k run event
“BOISE, Idaho — On Saturday, hundreds of members of the community gathered at Veterans Memorial Park for a 5K event to support Idaho refugees.”
Idaho Press News | Published May 21, 2025
Refugee support 5K returns to Boise this weekend
“The second annual Pace for Peace 5K fundraiser supporting refugee resettlement will take place Saturday at Veterans Memorial Park in Boise, according to a press release from the Agency for New Americans.”
After fleeing their home country, these refugees still face challenges as they adjust to a very different life in Idaho, and a group of dedicated people are hoping a new 5-k run in Boise will help build bridges between our community and its newest members.
Pace for Peace: Running for a cause
Boise State Public Radio News | Published Oct 16, 2024