> Beneficiaries
FreshAirSports' philosophy is two-fold: one, to create high-quality events for athletes and two, to provide visibility and support for local charities that focus on the health and well being of our community. To date, we've raised over $25,000 in the last four years. We feel pretty proud to be a contributor to Bend's charities.

Our beneficiaries receive a percentage of race registration fees, but we also create unique opportunities to raise funds and awareness for the vital programs these charities serve. Additional fundraising programs include the following:

Race for Free: Athletes raise money via sponsorships and pledges from family, friends and co-workers and in turn race for free. Both of our key events, Deschutes Dash and Haulin' Aspen. Raise funds for our beneficiary and race for free.

REI Community Challenge: The Community Challenge at the Deschutes Dash is a way for you, your company or a group of friends to help raise awareness and funds for our beneficiary. We hope to generate $10,000 in 2006 from this program alone!

Aid Station Sponsors: Trail marathons and half marathons need lots of support. This program allows local companies to donate funds directly to our beneficiary (minimum donation of $250) and provide volunteers to staff the aid stations on the course.

Current beneficiaries include:

The Center Foundation
Working Wonders Children's Museum
Mt. View High School's Cross Country Team

If you are interested in sponsorship opportunities, please send an email to Gina Miller