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Sat April 18, 2026
SEXUAL ASSAULT:
AN ISSUE WE CAN'T RUN AWAY FROM
Countdown to Race Day

Events

5K Trail Run

Strikethrough Price: $40
Price: $35
Time: 9:30AM EDT
Price increases after March 31, 2026 at 11:59pm EDT

Kids Fun Run (10 & Under)

Price: $22
Time: 10:30AM EDT
Price increases after March 31, 2026 at 11:59pm EDT

Description

Friend to Friend proudly presents our 10th annual 5K!

Start your weekend on a high note at the Rise & Run 5K. Race, walk, or jog your way through a scenic trail course with natural terrain that keeps things fun and adventurous. Then celebrate with live music, great food trucks, and a packed kids corner. Little runners can join the excitement in the Kids Fun Run for ages 10 & under.

Bring the energy, bring your friends, and rise with us for a morning that feels good and does good.
All proceeds support Friend to Friend and their work empowering survivors in our community.

Registrations on or before 4/1 will be guaranteed a t-shirt. All registrations after that date will receive a shirt if available. 

Kids Fun Run (Ages 10 & Under)

We’re excited to offer a Kids Fun Run as part of this year’s Rise & Run 5K! This shorter, kid-friendly course is designed especially for children ages 10 and under who want to be part of the race-day excitement.

The Kids Fun Run will follow the first section of the official 5K route. The course will be well marked and supported by volunteers to ensure a safe and fun experience.

Every child who participates will receive a finisher medal — because crossing the finish line is always worth celebrating!  
 
 

PACKET/SWAG BAG PICK UP

Packet pick up TBA.

Place

National Athletic Village
201 Air Tool Dr.
Southern Pines, NC 28387

About Friend to Friend

Friend to Friend is a nonprofit agency located in Carthage, North Carolina.

Our mission is to help survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, and human trafficking rebuild their lives.

Some of the services we provide include an emergency shelter for women & children, 24/7 crisis line, court advocacy, hospital accompaniment for adult survivors of sexual assault, support groups, and community education.

All of our services are free of charge.

Our Advocacy Office is located at 101 Monroe St. (Suite A) Carthage, NC 28327. 

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