8th Annual Real Freedom Races Raise Awareness of Human Trafficking

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For Marshfield (OnFocus) – This season has not stopped injustice. Human trafficking continues to be a major issue in Wisconsin and abroad. While largely perceived as an urban issue, every county of Wisconsin has identified survivors of human trafficking.

Sadly, Wisconsin has previously held a reputation as one of the top five states of human trafficking cases. Learning the signs of human trafficking, referral services, and when and how to intervene can help our communities shed light on this issue and positively impact the lives of survivors.

One way of shining light on human trafficking is joining the Real Freedom Races event. All proceeds raised go to anti-trafficking organizations in Wisconsin and beyond to help end modern day slavery. Running, hope, and breakthrough are not cancelled!

On August 8th, 2020, Real Freedom Races is hosting their 8th Annual run/walk. The course includes a fun, flat, road course located in Necedah, WI. This event takes place on the 2nd Saturday in August, every year.

This great event includes a 5k run/walk, a 10k run, a Men’s High Heel Dash, Virtual Options for the 5k and 10k, Give-a-ways, goodie bags, race shirts, AND MORE! The first 100 registrations are guaranteed this year’s finisher medals.

If the virtual option is chosen, the race may be completed remotely any time after registration up through August 8th, 2020. Early Bird registrations received by July 17th are guaranteed the best prices and perks. Fundraising is encouraged.

To shed light on this issue, consider attending the Evening Service on Friday, August 7th beginning at 5:30pm featuring Susanne Cox, author, speaker, and founder of Legacy of Purpose. Live music and entertainment will be provided. Check out runsignup.com or on Facebook: Real Freedom Races-Breaking the Chains of Human Trafficking for more information.

Place:
901 N Harvey Street
Necedah, WI US 54646

5K Run/Walk Event:
Start Time: 8:30am CDT
End Time: 11:30am CDT
Price: $25.00 Race Fee+ $2.50 Signup Fee
Registration: Price increases to $30.00 after July 17, 2020 at 11:59pm CDT

Youth 5K Run/Walk Event (Youth 12 years and younger):
Start Time: 8:30am CDT
End Time: 11:30am CDT
Price: $15.00 Race Fee + $2.50 Signup Fee
Registration: Price increases to $20.00 after July 17, 2020 at 11:59pm CDT

10K Run Event
Start Time: 8:30am CDT
End Time: 11:30am CDT
Price: $35.00 Race Fee + $3.00 Signup Fee
Registration: Price increases to $40.00 after July 17, 2020 at 11:59pm CDT

Youth 10K Run/Walk Event (Youth 12 years and younger):
Start Time: 8:30am CDT
End Time: 11:30am CDT
Price: $20.00 Race Fee + $2.50 Signup Fee
Registration: Price increases to $25.00 after July 17, 2020 at 11:59pm CDT

100m Men’s High Heel Dash (Free Event!)
Start Time: 10:30am CDT

Virtual 5K/10K Event:
Price: $35.00 Race Fee+ $3.00 Signup Fee
Registration: Price increases to $40.00 after July 17, 2020 at 11:59pm CDT

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