Introduction to Cruisin’ 2 Freedom
An annual car cruise backed by In-N-Out Burger is moving to Redondo Beach in January. It’s called Cruisin’ 2 Freedom, and it benefits the Slave 2 Nothing Foundation founded by In-N-Out owner and president Lynsi Snyder-Ellingson and her husband Sean Ellingson to fight substance abuse and human trafficking.
The Slave 2 Nothing Foundation
The foundation provides funds to grassroots organizations working in communities where In-N-Out does business. This is a crucial step in supporting local initiatives that aim to combat substance abuse and human trafficking. By partnering with these organizations, the Slave 2 Nothing Foundation amplifies its impact and helps create a safer, healthier environment for everyone.
Event Details
It will take place Jan. 17 at Seaside Lagoon in the South Bay city. Details are coming soon, according to the Slave 2 Nothing website, and people can sign up to receive notification when registration opens. This event is part of a series of fundraisers organized by the Slave 2 Nothing Foundation, which includes a recent concert called Rock 2 Freedom at the Hollywood Palladium.
Recent Events and Fundraisers
Slave 2 Nothing just wrapped up another major fundraiser, a concert called Rock 2 Freedom last weekend at the Hollywood Palladium, and broke the news in a save-the-date note at the end of an email to attendees thanking them for their support. Both the cruise and the rock show have taken place in Orange County in recent years. Last year’s cruise began with a car show at Huntington City Beach on Pacific Coast Highway and proceeded to the OC Fair & Event Center in Costa Mesa, where dinner was served out of food trucks, including a fleet from In-N-Out serving Double-Doubles.
Sean Ellingson, left, performs with .48 Special at the Hollywood Palladium on Saturday, Oct. 18, 2025. (Photo by Fielding Buck, The Press-Enterprise/SCNG)
The Significance of the Events
Slave 2 Nothing’s cruises take place in January, which is Human Trafficking Awareness Month. The rock shows take place in October, which is Substance Use Prevention Month. The Hollywood Palladium show, which included an hourlong set by Papa Roach, raised $934,700. Restaurants will continue to raise funds for the rest of that month with Slave 2 Nothing canisters set out on their counters. In-N-Out will match contributions three-to-one up to $300,000.
Additional Fundraisers and Events
Slave 2 Nothing held a third major fundraiser in September, a three-day Tough Mudder Challenge at Big Bear Lake. Seaside Lagoon has been the home to the BeachLife Festival, which will take place May 1-3. The lineup hasn’t been announced, but tickets are on sale. The facility is closed until May 23, according to the city’s website, but can be booked for events off-season.
In-N-Out Burger’s Expansion and Relocation
In-N-Out’s headquarters are currently in Irvine, but the chain has announced that by 2030 it will relocate its corporate offices to Baldwin Park, where it was founded by Lynsi Snyder-Ellingson’s grandparents in 1948. The chain is in the midst of a major expansion into Tennessee, where it expects to open offices next year and is building several restaurants.
Conclusion
The Cruisin’ 2 Freedom event, backed by In-N-Out Burger, is a significant fundraiser for the Slave 2 Nothing Foundation, aiming to combat substance abuse and human trafficking. By moving to Redondo Beach, the event is expected to attract a new audience and raise more funds for this important cause. With its series of fundraisers, including the Rock 2 Freedom concert and the Tough Mudder Challenge, the Slave 2 Nothing Foundation is making a tangible impact in the communities where In-N-Out operates.
FAQs
- Q: When and where will the Cruisin’ 2 Freedom event take place?
A: The event will take place on January 17 at Seaside Lagoon in Redondo Beach. - Q: What is the purpose of the Cruisin’ 2 Freedom event?
A: The event benefits the Slave 2 Nothing Foundation, which fights against substance abuse and human trafficking. - Q: How can I register for the Cruisin’ 2 Freedom event?
A: Details are coming soon, and people can sign up on the Slave 2 Nothing website to receive notification when registration opens. - Q: What other fundraisers does the Slave 2 Nothing Foundation organize?
A: Besides the Cruisin’ 2 Freedom car cruise, the foundation organizes the Rock 2 Freedom concert and the Tough Mudder Challenge, among others. - Q: How can I support the Slave 2 Nothing Foundation?
A: You can support the foundation by attending its events, donating through the canisters at In-N-Out restaurants, or visiting the foundation’s website for more information: slave2nothing.org
