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Why are we walking?
In 2015, modern slavery surpassed gun trafficking and is now the 2nd most profitable blackmarket enterprise in the world. Durga Tree International is even more committed to creating long-term, sustainable change in the area of anti-trafficking, and we need your help! Our theme this year is to Take a Step to Protect, with the goal of moving programs forward to ensure the safety of the world's children, protecting them from exploitation.
For the last five years, Durga Tree International's Freedom walkathon has raised funds that supported global initiatives to educate and economically empower survivors of Modern Slavery, enabling them to transform from survivor to thriver. We also work with communities to raise awareness about this growing epidemic.
Frequently Asked Questions
Just register to become a walker! Once that is done, you can create & manage your own personal page, share your photos, set your goals & get sponsors. Want to donate a corporate sponsorship? Visit the Sponsorship page for more information.
Can't join us in person in NJ? Why not become a HOMETOWN HERO? Walk in your hometown, create a team, raise funds and earn incentive prizes along the way.
When you register, you will be asked to select a specific entry category, especially whether you will be walking in person with us in New Jersey in Oak Ridge at Jefferson Twp HS, or in your own area as a Hometown Hero. The categories are as follows:
All walkers who raise at least $100 will receive, with their registration fee, a US made fair trade event T-Shirt, if they register before May 1st..
There are also prizes awarded for individual fundraising goals, even if you are part of a team, and the top earning walkers and team will receive a special prize the day of the walk.
The "Take a Step to Protect" event will be held rain or shine-
On Sat., May 18th -
1000 Weldon Road, Oak Ridge, NJ 07438 (Jefferson Township HS)
The walk will be approximately 5 miles total, 2.5 there and 2.5 back, along a comfortable and even leveled walking path.
It could take you anywhere from 30 to 90 minutes to complete, depending on your speed and whether you are walking or running. Afterwards, we would love for you to take some time to visit with our sponsors!
The path in Oak Ridge will be walked along the Jefferson High School cross country course. Map to be provided soon!
Prizes will be given to top earners, in the category of Canine, Youth individual, Adult individual, and Team. The types of prizes will vary depending on earner and what is donated to the event.
NJ walkers can pick up their prizes at registration check-in on the morning of the walk. (Note- there is a bathroom facility if you would like to change into your shirt before the event). For our Hometown Heroes, we will be distributing your prizes prior to the walk, so you have your goodies in time.
Durga Tree's walk is a fundraising event. We encourage all registrants to make every effort to raise as much money as possible for this very important cause. We suggest a minimum fundraising goal of $250 but want you to have fun and feel good along the way, so we included prizes to celebrate all your commitment to the cause.
If you've never raised money before, we provide tips and strategies on our walker support page. Visit the Walker Support Page to get started!
Signing up as a team is just a great way to have fun with friends while supporting a great cause TOGETHER! We will have a special recognition prize for the team that collectively raises the most in donations.
Sorry, donations are nonrefundable. However, please know that the funds you raised will forever change the lives of many.
YES! This is a family event! You can bring strollers and wagons for the youngest walkers, the walking path is paved and an easy walk for every level of participant. If you have a child that is too young to fundraise but who will be joining you on the journey, they must still be registered as a participant in this event. You will have the option to choose the child ticket when registering yourself. For a fee of $15, you can also get them an event tshirt to wear on the walk.
For the safety of all participants, registrants are not allowed to roller blade and bike on the course.
Unfortunately this year's location does not allow dogs on the premises. However, we are asking for canine HomeTown Hero participants, who also can earn event swag! Check out our Dogs Doing Good team, in fact!
To decrease our carbon footprint, we will not provide individually bottled water. We suggest you bring your own water bottle but will have a large container of water for refilling
We are also ensuring that there will be first aid services onsite for any health concerns.
This event will occur rain or shine. We reserve the right to cancel in extreme circumstances.
Free parking is available
Thank You for Your Support!
Please feel free to contact our office during business hours with any other questions or concerns.
Please call (973-461-6621) or email [email protected]
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