Run for Freedom 5K & Fun Run

🏃‍♀️ Race Overview

The Bridge 2 Home is a non-profit in Aiken, SC that supports girls who have been victims of sex trafficking. Take a healthy step for you and these young girls by giving them a safe place to live and heal. Find out more about this important cause at www.thebridge2home.com.

💰 Proceeds for a Purpose

• Assistance for Victims: A portion of the proceeds raised will immediately go toward assisting victims of Hurricane Helene.
• Community Response: Aiken and the CSRA have come together in amazing ways since Hurricane Helene.
• Dual Benefit: The funds will help both children who are victims of human trafficking and victims of the hurricane.
• Registration Link: Please register or donate at this link to do so much good for two groups of people in need!

🏅 Race Details

• Run Options: Run, walk, or roll in our 3rd annual 5K race! A 1-mile fun run is also offered for the kids.
• Accessibility: Strollers, wheelchairs, and friendly pets are welcome, but please line up in the back.
• Prohibitions: No bicycles or skates are allowed.
• Donation Options: If you prefer to donate to this great cause and skip the sweaty part, click the DONATE button above!

🏆 Prizes and Teams

• 5K Prizes: Men and women each have age categories with prizes for 1st place and ribbons for 2nd and 3rd.
• Overall Winners: 1st through 3rd overall winners for men and women will receive surprise prizes donated by generous donors.
• Team Prize: Create a fundraising team to group participants: the team who brings in the most money gets a prize!
• Team Help: Call/text the number below for assistance in creating a team.

👟 1-Mile Fun Run

• Free Participation: The fun run is free for kids 9 and under who aren't ready for the 5K yet.
• Encouragement: Encourage healthy habits early by running or fast walking this 1-mile course.
• T-Shirt Registration: Register online by 9/24 to receive a t-shirt as a participation prize.
• Safety First: Wear the race t-shirt provided at check-in for safety reasons.

🎉 Celebrate and Engage

• Activities: Music and games are available for all participants and spectators to enjoy for free.
• Snacks and Drinks: Snacks and drinks will be available for cash purchase.
• Beneficiary: Purchases will benefit The Bridge 2 Home or sponsoring organizations.
• Free Water: Plenty of water will be provided for free.

📅 Registration Information

• Early-Bird Pricing: Now through 9/24, register for $35: cost goes up to $40 on 9/25.
• Late Registration: Late registration is from 9/25 through race day.
• Check-In: 7:30 - 8:30 a.m. on race day in the park outside of Odell Weeks Activity Center.
• Registration Help: For registration help, instructions are here: Registration Instructions.

🏞️ Race Course

• Starting Location: Start at the Odell Weeks Activity Center (Virginia Acres Park), 1700 Whiskey Rd, Aiken, SC 29803.
• Course Details: The course is on paved streets in neighborhoods behind the park, mostly flat.
• See Race Map: See race map here: Race Route.
• Water Station: Water station will be at 1.5 mile mark, and race directors will ensure safety throughout the race.

📞 Contact Information

For questions, help, or for donation pickup, call/text Raquel at 314-807-6694.