History of the State Street Mile

The State Street Mile began in 1983 as a grass roots running event organized by a few local runners seeking the thrill of running a downhill mile through Santa Barbara’s scenic downtown corridor. The State Street Mile has evolved into a premier event that offers something for everyone and every dog who runs, jogs or walks.

In 2000 the Santa Barbara County District Attorney’s Office Victim Witness Assistance Program resurrected the State Street Mile bringing back a popular event while raising funds for the District Attorney’s Crime Victim Emergency Fund. Every dollar of your entry fees translates into tangible help for victims: rent assistance for an elderly woman whose social security check was stolen; food, clothing and hotel expenses for a family escaping domestic violence; a therapeutic bike for a disabled man hit by a drunk driver, and repair costs for a victim’s vehicle that was stolen in the course of a bank robbery, just to name a few.

On behalf of our office and crime victims in our community, thank you for your support! Have Fun!

Megan Rheinschild, Program Director
Christie Stanley, District Attorney