James W. Foley Legacy Foundation

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James W. Foley Legacy Foundation Award-winning American journalist James Foley, 40, was kidnapped on November 22, 2012 in Syria and murdered on August 19, 2014 after 636 days in captivity.

The family of slain journalist Jim Foley created the James W. Foley Legacy Foundation. "Jim's bold commitment to bearing witness of the suffering in conflict zones and his extraordinary ability to befriend others drives us to keep his memory alive," said Diane Foley, mother of Jim Foley. "This initiative will further Jim’s life legacy that embodies his incredible empathy, humanity and courage. It will also further extend Jim's ideals and concern for suffering and disadvantaged people." OUR MISSION:
To advocate for the freedom of all Americans held hostage abroad and promote the safety of journalists worldwide. OUR VISION
All American hostages will return home and conflict journalists who bring truth to light, like Jim, will be protected. For more information and to support the James W. Foley Legacy Foundation visit www.jamesfoleyfoundation.org. Financial support and requests for information can be also sent to The James W. Foley Legacy Foundation, 201 Marcy Street, Suite 102, Portsmouth, NH 03801

Don't Wait... Register Today for the 2026 James W. Foley Freedom Run! Ready to run, walk, or cheer? ✅New Hampshire Onli...
10/14/2026

Don't Wait... Register Today for the 2026 James W. Foley Freedom Run!

Ready to run, walk, or cheer?

✅New Hampshire Online Registration Closes: TOMORROW, October 15
✅Washington, D.C. Online Registration Closes: Wednesday, October 21
✅Virtual Run open through November!

Registering online is the fastest and easiest way to join us as we honor Jim Foley's legacy, support journalist safety, and advocate for Americans held hostage or wrongfully detained abroad.

📣Important Race Day Updates for NH & DC: We've made several location and logistics changes this year to both in person runs. Before race day, please review all event details, schedules, parking information, awards, food, entertainment, and location updates here: https://secure.qgiv.com/event/2026jameswfoleyfreedomrun/page/5026661

Unable to join us? Make an impact from anywhere with a donation at WWW.FOLEYRUN.ORG.

Whether you're running, walking, volunteering, or cheering from the sidelines, we can't wait to see you in Rochester, Washington, and around the world!

For the third year in a row, the Foley Foundation is proud to support two remarkable runners as they . Each step they t...
10/13/2026

For the third year in a row, the Foley Foundation is proud to support two remarkable runners as they . Each step they take honors Jim’s courage, champions journalist safety, and shines a light on the Americans still held hostage or wrongfully detained abroad.

RUNNER SPOTLIGHT: DANIEL JOHNSON

Help support Daniel efforts by visiting: https://secure.qgiv.com/event/the2026marinecorpsmarathon/account/2439978-danieljohnson

2026 FOLEY FREEDOM RUN SPONSOR - FREEDOM SUPPORTERThe Foley Foundation is proud to recognize Godfrey Dentistry for their...
10/13/2026

2026 FOLEY FREEDOM RUN SPONSOR - FREEDOM SUPPORTER

The Foley Foundation is proud to recognize Godfrey Dentistry for their sponsorship of the 12th Annual Foley Freedom Run.

For many years, Godfrey Dentistry has been a steadfast supporter of our mission and a valued friend of the Foley family. We are deeply grateful for their continued partnership and dedication to creating a safer world for journalists and advancing hostage freedom efforts.

Thank you, Godfrey Dentistry, for standing with us year after year and helping us honor Jim's legacy through action, compassion, and community!

Join Godfrey Dentistry and make an impact! Register, donate, volunteer or become a sponsor today and help us honor Jim's legacy while supporting this vital work.

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NH COUNTDOWN – 4 DAYS!
DC COUNTDOWN – 11 DAYS!

🏃‍♀️ Don't Wait... Register Today for the 2026 James W. Foley Freedom Run! 🏃‍♀️Skip the lines, avoid race-day paperwork,...
10/12/2026

🏃‍♀️ Don't Wait... Register Today for the 2026 James W. Foley Freedom Run! 🏃‍♀️

Skip the lines, avoid race-day paperwork, and secure your spot today!

✅ New Hampshire Online Registration Closes: Thursday, October 15
✅ Washington, D.C. Online Registration Closes: Wednesday, October 21
✅ Virtual Run open through November!

Registering online is the fastest and easiest way to join us as we honor Jim Foley's legacy, support journalist safety, and advocate for Americans held hostage or wrongfully detained abroad.

📣 Important Race Day Updates: We've made several location and logistics changes this year. Before race day, please review all event details, schedules, parking information, awards, food, entertainment, and location updates here: https://secure.qgiv.com/event/2026jameswfoleyfreedomrun/page/5026661

Whether you're running, walking, volunteering, or cheering from the sidelines, we can't wait to see you in Rochester, Washington, and around the world!

2026 FOLEY FREEDOM RUN SPONSOR - FREEDOM SUPPORTERWe are grateful to the Family of Robert Levinson (Help Bob Levinson) f...
10/12/2026

2026 FOLEY FREEDOM RUN SPONSOR - FREEDOM SUPPORTER

We are grateful to the Family of Robert Levinson (Help Bob Levinson) for their sponsorship of the 2026 James W. Foley Freedom Run!

For many years, the family of Robert Levinson has been an unwavering partner and sponsor in the fight to bring Americans held hostage and wrongfully detained abroad home. The Levinson family's 13 years of public and legislative advocacy helped drive the creation and passage of the Robert Levinson Hostage Recovery and Hostage-Taking Accountability Act, creating lasting change in how the United States approaches hostage recovery and supports affected families.

We are deeply grateful for their partnership! Thank you for meaningful action that continues to impact countless lives.

Join the Levinson Family and make an impact! Register, donate, volunteer or become a sponsor today and help us honor Jim's legacy while supporting this vital work.

WWW.FOLEYFREEDOMRUN.ORG

🏃🏻‍♀️Foley Run Friday! 🏃🏽October 17: Rochester, NHOctober 24: Washington, DCAll October: VirtualAs we gather to run, wal...
10/09/2026

🏃🏻‍♀️Foley Run Friday! 🏃🏽

October 17: Rochester, NH
October 24: Washington, DC
All October: Virtual

As we gather to run, walk, and celebrate, we'll also honor Jim Foley, whose birthday is October 18, and carry forward his legacy of moral courage, compassion, and commitment to others.

New Hampshire Highlights
✅Kids Fun Run
✅Awards Ceremony
✅Live music from the Thursday Afternoon Band
✅Beer tent featuring Bayside Distributing
✅Coffee, donuts, c***r, ice cream, chips & salsa, and more!

Washington, DC Highlights
✅ Run at beautiful East Potomac Park
✅Snacks
✅ Winners receive a Foley Freedom Run Mug!

Every registration and donation directly supports the Foley Foundation's work to advocate for Americans held hostage or wrongfully detained abroad, promote journalist safety, and inspire moral courage in communities around the world.

Be part of something bigger than a race.
Run. Walk. Volunteer. Donate.
Register today: www.foleyrun.org

2026 FOLEY FREEDOM RUN SPONSOR - FREEDOM SUPPORTERWe are grateful to the Lantos Foundation for Human Rights & Justice fo...
10/09/2026

2026 FOLEY FREEDOM RUN SPONSOR - FREEDOM SUPPORTER

We are grateful to the Lantos Foundation for Human Rights & Justice for their sponsorship of the 2026 James W. Foley Freedom Run and for their many years of partnership and support.

Their unwavering commitment to advancing human rights and advocating for those whose voices are too often silenced reflect the very values at the heart of our mission.

Thank you for your continued friendship, collaboration, and support. Your sponsorship helps make the Foley Freedom Run possible and strengthens our collective efforts to the safe return of Americans held hostage or wrongfully detained abroad.

Join the Lantos Foundation for Human Rights & Justice and make an impact! Register, donate, volunteer or become a sponsor today and help us honor Jim's legacy while supporting this vital work.

WWW.FOLEYFREEDOMRUN.ORG

2026 FOLEY FREEDOM RUN SPONSOR - FREEDOM SUPPORTERThe Foley Foundation is proud to recognize the Family of Patrick and P...
10/08/2026

2026 FOLEY FREEDOM RUN SPONSOR - FREEDOM SUPPORTER

The Foley Foundation is proud to recognize the Family of Patrick and Patricia Durkin!

The James W. Foley Freedom Run is made possible by the generosity of supporters who believe in our mission, and we are incredibly grateful to the Family of Patrick and Patricia Durkin for their sponsorship of this year's event.

A special thank you to Patricia Durkin for her many years of unwavering support and dedication to the Foundation. Your commitment has helped strengthen our work and expand our impact year after year.

We would also like to recognize Tom Durkin, Jim's best friend and the Director of Safety Education for the Foley Foundation. Tom, thank you for always standing with us, advancing safety education, and helping carry Jim’s Legacy forward.

Join the Durkin Family and make an impact! Register, donate, volunteer or become a sponsor today and help us honor Jim's legacy while supporting this vital work.

WWW.FOLEYFREEDOMRUN.ORG

Three years after the October 7 attacks, we remember Adrienne Neta, Gadi Haggai, Judy Weinstein-Haggai, Itay Chen, and O...
10/07/2026

Three years after the October 7 attacks, we remember Adrienne Neta, Gadi Haggai, Judy Weinstein-Haggai, Itay Chen, and Omer Neutra, whose lives were taken. May their memories be a blessing.

We also remember those taken hostage that day, and the families forced to endure unimaginable uncertainty while fighting for their loved ones. Behind every hostage is a family whose life is forever changed.

Today, we mourn those who were killed, honor the families who fought tirelessly for their loved ones, and reaffirm a fundamental principle: hostage-taking must never be tolerated as a tool of violence.

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200 Marcy Street, Suite 102
Portsmouth, NH
03801

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Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

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