September 26, 2026

In the heart of one of the world’s most influential cities, NYC, this Challenge takes participants from Battery Park to Columbia University School of Nursing. Partnering with Dream Center NYC, we’re shining light into those "hidden in plain sight" spaces where human trafficking is prevalent and inviting you to walk for freedom and justice.

We’ll deepen our faith, passion, and sisterhood as we stand united against the injustice of human trafficking. Through guided hiking, prayer, and worship, we’ll seek heaven’s perspective, believing that God will move on behalf of the vulnerable and oppressed.

This is more than a hike—it’s an invitation to listen, respond, and carry God’s presence into the city as we believe He will move on behalf of the oppressed.

Funds raised support global projects that bring freedom through prevention, development, rescue, and restoration, setting oppressed women and children on a path to freedom. Together, we’ll dedicate our steps to freeing the enslaved.

Hiker Team

Challenge yourself, engage in powerful times of prayer, and be equipped to stand against human trafficking worldwide. We have trail options to suit different abilities (moderate and difficult).

$50
Experience includes:
- Hiking and prayer resources
- Celebration dinner
- Freedom Challenge gift
Does not include:
- Snacks
- Lunch
- Water
- Transportation to and from the trailhead and celebration venue
SCHOLARSHIPS ARE AVAILABLE: Please click here to apply for a scholarship.
Fundraising Requirement:
- To participate, hikers must raise a minimum of $500, with optional goals of $750+ or $1,000+.
- We provide all the tools and support you need to meet—and exceed—your goal.
You can also register as a team, working toward a shared fundraising target. If one member exceeds their goal, it can help others reach theirs. We’ll help you set your team goal during registration.
Difficult: Full NYC Route—Meet in Battery Park
- Length: 15 miles
- Elevation Gain: 300–500 feet
- Trail Type: Point-to-point
Moderate: Half Route—Meet in Central Park
- Length: 7 miles
- Elevation Gain: 200–300 feet
- Trail Type: Point-to-point
*Trails are subject to change.
When signing up for a Freedom Challenge, you are agreeing to challenge yourself on behalf of vulnerable and oppressed women worldwide. Joining a Challenge means that you commit to:
- Pray: Invite family and friends to pray for you on event day by sharing a prayer link.
- Give: Reach your personal fundraising goal to support global freedom efforts.
- Go: Hike on Challenge Day to raise awareness and help set women on a path to freedom.

Prayer Team

In addition to blessing the hikers through prayer and acts of service, we will prayer-walk to some of New York City's symbolically significant landmarks, including Wall Street, Staten Island ferry, and Madison Square Garden.

$50
Experience Includes:
- Prayer supplies & resources
- Celebration dinner
- Freedom Challenge gift
Does not include:
- Lunch
- Transportation
SCHOLARSHIPS ARE AVAILABLE: Please click here to apply for a scholarship.
Fundraising Requirement:
- To participate, Prayer Team must raise a minimum of $150+, with optional goals of $300+ or $500+.
- We provide all the tools and support you need to meet—and exceed—your goal.
You can also register as a team, working toward a shared fundraising target. If one member exceeds their goal, it can help others reach theirs. We’ll help you set your team goal during registration.
Your experience will include:
- Prayer for participants, ministry projects, and vulnerable women and children worldwide
- Worship
- Prayer walks
Friday, September 25
10:00–2:00 p.m. Introduction, Prayer, Communion, Hiker cards, Worship
3:00 p.m. Depart for Dream Center
4:00–7:00 p.m. Optional evening Prayer Gathering and Outreach
Saturday, September 26 (Challenge Day)
8:30–9:00 a.m. Introduction to the day
9:00–3.00 p.m Prayer Walking through NYC
3:00 p.m. Prepare for hikers’ arrival, welcome to celebration
When signing up for a Freedom Challenge, you are agreeing to challenge yourself on behalf of vulnerable and oppressed women worldwide. Joining a Challenge means that you commit to:
- Pray: Praying prior to the event for the participants and leaning into the issue of human trafficking.
- Give: Reach your personal fundraising goal to support global freedom efforts.
- Go: Pray on event day to raise awareness and help set women on a path to freedom.

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START LOCATION

Full NYC & Prayer Team: Castle Clinton National Monument

Half NYC: Hephzibah House

TRAVEL & ACCOMMODATIONS

Lodging is available nearby:

Manhattan

Nearest Airports:

John F. Kennedy International (JFK)

LaGuardia (LGA)

Schedule

September 25, 2026: Evening Prayer Gathering and Outreach

Time: 4:00–7:00 p.m.

Location: Dream Center NYC (9-11 44th Dr, Long Island City, NY 11101)