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Fund a Scholarship

Dave Beeksma spent decades helping young runners believe in themselves. Your gift keeps that encouragement alive. One scholarship, one season, one runner at a time.

This is a dream of Dave's, and we're working to fulfill it. This scholarship fund isn't formally set up yet. Email us and we'll follow up personally as we build it out.

Scholarships we're working to fund

Youth Camp Scholarships

Send a young runner to a summer running camp where they'll build fitness, confidence, and lifelong friendships.

  • Camp registration
  • Lodging & meals
  • Transportation support

Race Entry Grants

Cover race fees for athletes who want to compete but face financial barriers to entry.

  • 5K to marathon entries
  • Team race fees
  • Uniform costs

Shoe & Gear Stipends

Provide quality shoes and seasonal gear so every runner can train safely and comfortably.

  • Two pairs of shoes per year
  • Cold-weather layers
  • Watches and accessories

Team Support Fund

Help school and community teams purchase equipment, travel to meets, and celebrate their seasons.

  • Equipment & timing tools
  • Travel subsidies
  • End-of-season gatherings

How your gift will make an impact

1

Choose a Fund

Pick the scholarship type that speaks to you, or give to the general fund.

2

Give What You Can

One-time gifts and recurring donations both keep the mission moving forward.

3

Meet a Runner

When possible, we'll share stories of the athletes your gift supports.

Want to fund a scholarship?

We're still setting up our donation platform. For now, email us and we'll help you direct your gift exactly where it matters most.

Start a Scholarship Gift