Thanks to more than 120 donors the $25,000 Traverse City Track Club challenge match was met by December 31st, which secured an additional $5000 bonus from the Club. The challenge match spurred the support needed to begin constructing the next four-mile segment from the Dune Climb to Empire in 2013.
Campaign Tri-Chair Brad Anderson was ecstatic about donor response, “The TC Track Club challenge helped remind trail supporters that it takes many generous hearts to make great things happen. We really appreciate donors’ continued commitment to the Sleeping Bear Heritage Trail!”
Karen Wells, the TC Track Club board president shared, “The TC Track Club is dedicated to supporting local recreation, youth and adult running programs, and making our community a better place to live, work, and play. The club is pleased to share with our community the proceeds from our many successful events such as the Bayshore Marathon & Half Marathon, the Remembrance Run, the Lighthouse Half Marathon, and the Jingle Bell Run. In 2012, the TC Track Club donated over $215,000 to local non-profits.”
Fundraising for the SBHT continues for the connection from Glen Arbor to Port Oneida. A permanent donor plaza will be constructed at the base of the Dune Climb to recognize donors of $1,000 to the Sleeping Bear Heritage Trail. Well-known local artist Glenn Wolff created an illustrated map of the trail and donors of $5,000 or more will receive a limited edition signed print. Donations may be made online at www.sleepingbeartrail.org, or by contacting Pam Darling, Development Director of TART Trails, at 231.941.4300.
