Welcome to the Injured Marine Semper Fi Fund community events page!
If you are interested in participating in a sporting event, or have already registered for an event, the IMSFF is the place for you!
The Semper Fi Fund offers the community an amazing opportunity to raise funds and awareness for our injured Marines, their families and service members injured while in direct support of Marine units.
Whether you’re a seasoned athlete or just participating in your first event, your efforts can make a difference in the quality of life for our wounded. By proudly wearing a Semper Fi Fund shirt and starting a fundraiser for the Semper Fi Fund, you can raise funds and awareness for our injured service members and their families.
If you would like to support one of our community runners, or if you would like to join them in their quest to represent the IMSFF, click on the link below to find your event.
We will help you setup your own fundraising web page that’s fast and easy to use. Your page is easily customized to suit your fundraising goals. You can use your page tell your story and why you choose to represent the IMSFF.
The Injured Marine Semper Fi Fund is a not-for profit 501(c) (3) organization, which has provided over 6000 grants totaling over $16 million in assistance to our wounded with less than 6% overhead since inception.
Since 1775 our Marines have been there for us; now it’s our turn to be there for them. Join us in “Serving Those Who Preserve Our Freedom.”
For more information or assistance with community athletic events, please contact jholland.semperfifund@gmail.com
UPDATE: As of May 7th, with one month to go, LtCol Scott was at $5,352 in donations to the website. He thinks he will make his goal of $10k in 90 Days. LtCol Scott wrote a story to spread the word about what he and his team are doing. Give the article a read and if you enjoy it, rate it "5 stars" so they can get some extra press.
LtCol Robert Scott will be participating in several sporting events to raise funds for the IMSFF. He has already run the Ironman 70.3 CA, the SUPERFROG 70.3 Triathlon and the Alpine Challenge. He will be finishing his 90 days by running the San Diego Rock & Roll marathon on June 1 and the San Diego International Tri on Jun 29.
Viper Engineering has agreed to match Rob's fund raising efforts so please support his effort by donating through the IMSFF donation page. Make sure you mention that your donation is for the Scott/Stromberg $10K in 90 Days event.
UPDATE: Nathan and Kelli have reached their goal of raising $10,000!!! A great big thank you to all who have supported them in this endeavor! Their fundraising efforts will end on September 1st, so if you would still like to contribute, it is not too late. If you would like to send them words of encouragement or ask questions, please contact them by email at nathanflewis@yahoo.com.
A great opportunity: If YOU would like to ride with Kelli and Nathan at some point on their trip, please let them know. They will be traveling through Owatonna on the 15th of July. Again, if you are interested in biking any portion of the route with them, just let them know by contacting Nathan and Kelli through their blog or Nathan's email address listed above.
Great job Nathan and Kelli!!! Thank you for your continued support.
This summer Nathan and Kelli will be biking across the United States to raise money for the Injured Marine Semper Fi Fund. Their goal is to raise $10,000. They will begin their journey in Astoria, Oregon on June 15th and end in Portsmouth, New Hampshire on August 4th. Nathan and Kelli will bike over 3,600 miles in 52 days and we will be averaging over 80 miles per day!
For more information on America by Bicycle please visit www.americabybicycle.wordpress.com. Any pictures can be taken from their site.
On June 28th, 2008 LtCol Michael Huff will “toe the line” for the Western States Endurance Run 100 Miler. The race is a 100 mile long ultramarathon that takes place on trails in California's Sierra Nevada annually on the last weekend of June. The trail ascends from the Squaw Valley floor (elev. 6,200 feet) to Emigrant Pass (elev. 8,750 feet), a climb of 2,550 feet in the first 4.5 miles. Runners then travel west, climbing another 15,540 feet and descending 22,970 feet before reaching Auburn. Runners finishing before the 30 hour overall time limit for the race receive a bronze belt buckle, while runners finishing in less than 24 hours receive a silver belt buckle. The Western States Endurance Run is one of the premier ultrarunning events in the world.
LtCol Huff is planning to donate 100% of the funds raised to the Injured Marines Semper Fi Fund. He will be running an additional 9 Ultramarathons on his path to The Western States Endurance Run. To follow LtCol Huff's progress please visit his fundraising page at www.active.com.
U.S. Embassy Yerevan employees, the Marine Security Guard Detachment, expatriates, and local Armenians are coming together on August 10th to participate in an Olympic distance triathlon (1.5km swim, 40km bike ride, 10km run) in and around Lake Sevan in Armenia, to raise money for the Injured Marine Semper Fi Fund. Some will complete the entire event on their own, some will participate in teams, and many others will volunteer - all will show their support for our wounded.
For more information, contact zach.burstein@gmail.com or mckinleydm@hotmail.com.
Inspired by the Injured Marine Semper Fi Fund, four motivated Marines have dedicated a run in honor of our Wounded Warriors who've faithfully served overseas. From October 22-26, 2008 they will embark on a 177.5 mile run to raise funds, awareness, and support for these Warriors through the Injured Marine Semper Fi Fund.
The run will begin on October 22nd at Tun Tavern in Philadelphia, PA and end at the Marine Corps Marathon finish line in Washington, DC on October 26th. Please lend your support in helping them honor our Wounded Warriors. Semper Fi & many thanks for your generous donations! Team Esprit De Corps: Joe, Brandon, Andrew and Dennis.
View the tribute video on their blog or YouTube.
UPDATE: Congratulations to Marvin and Pam Atwood who finished the “Race Across the West” in 2 days, 16 hours and won the 2-person mixed division. They were also the first team overall, beating two 4-person all male teams. Marvin and Pam also finished ahead of 12 other “Race Across America” teams - mixed divisions and teams. Thank you for your continued support of the Injured Marine Semper Fi Fund.
The 24-Hour Adventure Trail Run will be held within the Prince William Forest Park, located just outside historic Triangle, VA and Marine Corps Base, Quantico. Found 35 miles south of Washington D.C., this run offers a great opportunity to visit the Nations' Capital and explore 15,000+ acres of Virginia's National Park wilderness. Proceeds from the event will benefit the Injured Marine Semper Fi Fund (IMSFF).
The idea for the 24-Hour ATR came from the trail on which it is held. The goal is to promote the growth of trail running and endurance trail running. Athletic Equation works to contribute and give back to the local community & the National Parks Service. 2006 saw the inaugural event go off without a hitch. In addition to running, the event contributed and facilitated over $5000 in donations. 2008 will see one minor change to the successful event. This year the course will be run in the REVERSE direction. The mileage will be the same; the elevation gain/loss with be the same; the direction will vary! Runners can compete in Solo or Team categories.
Visit the event website at: www.athletic-equation.com.
The Cooper River Bridge Run/Walk is one of the most popular races in the Southeast.
Last year the race had over 38,000 participants. The 10k race has been highlighted by
Runner's World and Running Times magazines. The Bridge Run is a 3-day festival:
a 2-day pre-race exposition Thursday and Friday (April 3rd and 4th) at the Gaillard
Auditorium, and the race and post-race exposition on April 5th, 2008.
Register as a participant: www.bridgerun.com.
Register as an athlete for IMSFF: http://www.active.com/donate/semperfifund/crbr.
More information for runners and to volunteer: www.lowcountrytoday.com.
Read the article "First-timers, old salts come together for race" at www.charleston.net.
Fifteen Marines attended the QOV presentation at the Pasta Dinner prior to running the Cooper River Bridge Run. Four of the 15 Marines had not previously received a quilt, so it was a joy watching these young men select their quilts. The remaining 24 quilts went to Camp Lejuene.
This brings the total of quilts made and shipped to 646! Thank you for all your hard work!
Click on photos above to view larger images • Photos taken by Robert Stephenson
UPDATE: Congratulations to Major Andrew Christian for completing the Ironman New Zealand, one of the world's oldest international Ironman competitions. Major Christian finished the grueling race in 10:10:46 and dedicated his race to raising funds and awareness for the Injured Marine Semper Fi Fund. We would like to thank Andy and his supporters for raising over $5700 and making this challenging event a great success. Thank you and job well done!
Wow, what an amazing destination and race!
Our Community TSF Runner is Major Andy Christian • andrew.christian@usmc.mil
Visit Andy Christian's Fundraising Page
As if a marathon wasn't enough, this race also includes a half marathon the day before!
Our Community TSF Runner is Howard Denney Jr • howarddenneyjr@hotmail.com
Oct. 26, 2008