SVdP Santa Sophia Conference - Friends of the Poor® Walk is a running race on September 26–30, 2026 in Spring Valley, CA, with an entry fee of $10.
From the Organizer
Each year, Conferences and Councils of the Society of St. Vincent de Paul host the Friends of the Poor® Walk, which raises funds and awareness for the Society’s work serving people living in poverty. Since 2008, the FOP Walk® has raised more than $27 million for those in need across the country.
Thank you to everyone who supports the Friends of the Poor® Walk – including every walk coordinator, participant, corporate sponsor, and donor. You are making a difference for those living in poverty!
The 2026 National Friends of the Poor® Walk annual date is Saturday, September 26th, 2026 – St. Vincent de Paul’s Feast Day.
Weather
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
85°
Typical Low
60°
Chance of Rain
3%
Based on US Climate Normals data from El Cajon, 5 mi from the venue.
Host City
Nearest Airport
SAN
San Diego International Airport · 12 mi
Time Zone
Pacific Time
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SVdP Santa Sophia Conference - Friends of the Poor® Walk
Sep 26, 2026