SARAH RAMSEY STRONG 5K RACE
OCTOBER 29, 2023
Registration is now closed. You may donate to the Sarah Ramsey Strong Fund or view race results and photos via links below:
Thank you to everyone who participated in our 8th annual Sarah Ramsey Strong 5K! Ten years ago, we held the first 5K race in memory of Sarah Ramsey, who tragically died just one year after she graduated from Champlain College, Class of 2012. Thanks to Sarah’s friends, friends of the Ramsey family, and the Champlain College community, we’ve created a lasting legacy in honor of Sarah’s memory.
Our fundraising efforts continue to support the Sarah Ramsey ’12 Endowed Scholarship award, which just celebrated its 10th year with Defy All Odds a special tribute video created by Champlain College. And the newly established Sarah Ramsey Innovation Fund broadens our commitment to innovation and entrepreneurship in ways that exemplify Sarah’s passion and energy for thinking big and making an impact. If you’d like to donate to The Sarah Ramsey Strong Fund, we greatly appreciate your support in memory of Sarah Ramsey!
Defy All Odds
We are a non-profit organization committed to inspiring college students to defy all odds in pursuit of their dreams.
About Us
The Sarah Ramsey Strong Fund (SRSF) was established in memory of Sarah Elizabeth Ramsey whose life was tragically cut short one year after her graduation from Champlain College, Class of ’12.
We believe in creating opportunities for young people to explore their passions, overcome challenges and follow their hearts. Our mission is to invest in student programs that foster an environment of innovation, creativity and collaboration.
We invite you to view this short video to learn more about Sarah Ramsey, and our commitment to helping students make an impact in the world, just as Sarah did during her all too short life.
How You Can Help
Run for Sarah
Each year, we host a fun, family oriented 5K Race along Lake Champlain in honor of Sarah. Our race takes place during Champlain College Family Weekend, typically in October. We walk or run for Sarah along the Burlington Bike Path. After the race, we celebrate winners with prizes and refreshments. Can’t make the race? Join us virtually from your location. Stay tuned for details on our 2024 Sarah Ramsey Strong 5K.
Donate
If you would like to help us continue Sarah’s legacy, you can donate via PayPal, or mail a check to:
The Sarah Ramsey Strong Fund, Inc.
PO Box 1045
Manchester, VT 05254
Join Us
Our lean team is always on the lookout for volunteers and sponsors for our SRS 5K Race. Please contact us at sarahramseystrong@gmail.com and we’ll be happy to share more!
News
- New Sarah Ramsey Initiatives Drive Innovation & Entrepreneurship at Champlain College!The Sarah Ramsey Strong Fund team continues to honor the legacy of Sarah Ramsey, Champlain College Class of 2012. The latest initiative supports the newly formed Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship, under the leadership of Dr. Kylie King, Center Director and Professor of Entrepreneurship. This campaign has set a goal to raise an additional $50KContinue reading “New Sarah Ramsey Initiatives Drive Innovation & Entrepreneurship at Champlain College!”
- Winter 2020 NewsletterOur winter newsletter has been mailed out to everyone and you should be receiving it in your mail box any day now! If you want a sneak peak, download our PDF version to learn all about how the Sarah Ramsey Strong Fund continues to support the students of Champlain College.
- Summer 2019 NewsletterFeaturing an update on support, why we are moving the 5K to May, and a special congratulations to our newest scholarship winner. Click the image to read the entire newsletter.
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