FOLSOM, Calif. — The Break Free Run, the annual fundraiser organized by 3Strands Global Foundation to raise awareness of and funds to combat human trafficking, will return to Lakeside Church, 745 Oak Ave. Parkway, on Saturday, Oct. 18. Runners and walkers can choose from a 10K, 5K and a kids’ fun run; virtual registration is also available for those who cannot attend in person. RunSignup+1
Event organizers say packet pick-up and the vendor village open early, with the 10K scheduled to start at 8 a.m. and the 5K to follow. An awards ceremony and family activities round out a morning planned to wrap up around midday. Registration tiers and deadlines are posted on the race registration page; early-bird pricing is available and fees increase in the final days before race day. RunSignup+1
2025 Event Details (October 18, 2025)
Here are the known specifics for the 2025 edition:
| Item | Information |
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| Date | Saturday, October 18, 2025 |
| Location | Lakeside Church, 745 Oak Avenue Parkway, Folsom, CA 95630 |
| Start Times / Schedule | – Packet pick-up & vendor village open at 6:45 AM – Welcome & warm-up at 7:15 AM – Kids’ Fun Run at 7:45 AM – 10K starts at 8:00 AM – 5K starts at 8:15 AM – Awards ceremony at 9:45 AM – Event concludes around 12:00 PM |
| Race Options / Divisions | – Adult 10K – Adult 5K – Youth 10K – Youth 5K – Kids’ Fun Run (shorter/family-friendly) – Virtual 10K & Virtual 5K (remote participation) |
| Registration Fees | – Adult 10K: ~$52.62 (includes a $4.62 fee) – Adult 5K: ~$47.30 (includes $4.30 fee) – Kids’ Fun Run: ~$28.13 (includes $3.13 fee) – Youth 10K: ~$38.78 (includes $3.78 fee) – Youth 5K: ~$38.78 (includes $3.78 fee) – Virtual 10K: ~$33.45 (includes $3.45 fee) – Virtual 5K: ~$33.45 (includes $3.45 fee) |
| What You Get / Extras | – Scenic courses through trails and streets in Folsom – Event energy: emcee, music, vendors, community booths – Finisher perks: medal, race shirt, snacks – Post-race celebration, awards, vendors, fun activities in “family zone” – Team registration incentives (largest team prize) |
| Purpose / Where the Funds Go | The proceeds support 3SGF’s prevention education programs, survivor services, and community mobilization efforts to combat trafficking. |
Historical / Contextual Information
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The 2025 race marks the 15th anniversary of the Break Free Run.
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Over the years, the Break Free Run has helped support 3SGF in reaching many students, educators, families, and community members through prevention education.
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In one report, it was noted that in Sacramento County from 2015–2020, more than 13,000 minors and adults experienced sex trafficking. 3SGF uses that kind of local data to underscore the need for awareness and prevention.
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3Strands Global Foundation itself was founded in 2010, and over time it has expanded its reach across the U.S. with offices in multiple states.
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The foundation runs programs like PROTECT (prevention education for youth, adults, schools) and Employ + Empower (E+E) for survivors or those at risk of exploitation, offering wrap-around support.
3Strands Global Foundation (3SGF), headquartered in the Sacramento area, says proceeds from the Break Free Run go to its prevention education programs (including PROTECT), survivor reintegration services and community engagement initiatives. The nonprofit emphasizes prevention education in schools and job-readiness and case management for survivors as core uses of event funds.
“The Break Free Run is more than a race — it’s a movement to end human trafficking,” said Ashlie Bryant, co-founder and CEO of 3Strands Global Foundation. “One foot in front of the other — together.”
Local context: experts and recent studies show human trafficking is not confined to other countries or large cities. A Sacramento State-led study estimated more than 13,000 adults and minors experienced sex trafficking in Sacramento County between 2015 and 2020 — the kind of data that organizers cite when asking neighbors to get involved locally.
Volunteers, vendors and sponsors are still being recruited. Race-day volunteer roles include packet distribution, course marshals, parking support and first-aid assistants; organizers list multiple shifts and say more volunteers are needed for setup and cleanup. Those interested can sign up on the race volunteer page. RunSignup+1
Registration and logistics for El Dorado County residents
• How to register: The event registration page lists options for adult and youth 5K/10K entries, kids’ fun run and virtual participation. Fees vary by category and increase after late registration; the runsignup page includes the full pricing schedule and sign-up link. RunSignup
• Packet pick-up and race-day arrival: Organizers recommend arriving early for packet pickup and to allow time for parking and the vendor village. Event pages note family activities and an awards ceremony for top finishers.
• Teams & fundraising: Participants can form teams and fundraise; prior events have offered team prizes such as “largest team.” Local businesses or community groups considering sponsorship or vending should contact 3SGF through the organization’s events page. findarace.com (UK)+1
Why the run matters to El Dorado County readers
3SGF’s annual run is positioned as both a fundraiser and an educational outreach tool: the group argues that local awareness and school-based prevention are essential to reducing vulnerability and identifying victims early. For residents who want to do more than run, the organization points to volunteer opportunities, donations and local advocacy as meaningful ways to contribute.
A note on safety and partnerships
3Strands Global Foundation partners with local agencies and service providers and has a history of advocating for prevention legislation and training for educators and first responders. Organizers say their events are designed to highlight that human trafficking appears in urban, suburban and rural communities alike and that community mobilization is critical.
Event contacts & links
• Register or learn more: Break Free Run registration and event details.
• Volunteer sign-up and shifts: Break Free Run volunteer page.
• About the organizer and programs (PROTECT, Employ + Empower): 3Strands Global Foundation.
