EAU CLAIRE, Wis. – The Eau Claire Marathon has announced the three area nonprofit organizations will benefit from the Charity Classic 10K presented by Royal Credit Union.
The Chippewa Valley Pickleball Club, the L.E. Phillips Senior Center, and the YMCA of the Chippewa Valley, were selected by the Eau Claire Marathon and the Royal Credit Union Foundation to be the beneficiaries of the 10K Charity Classic race.
The Royal Credit Union Foundation has pledged $15,000 to the organizations and the amount awarded to each nonprofit is voted on by race registrants.
“Community support has always been at the heart of the Eau Claire Marathon,” said Emi Uelmen, race director and owner of the Eau Claire Marathon. “Over the years, our event has contributed more than $600,000 directly to local organizations, and we’ve helped raise an additional $500,000 by creating fundraising opportunities for charitable groups. We’re thrilled to grow that impact even further through our partnership with Royal Credit Union and the RCU Foundation.”
“Royal Credit Union Foundation is honored to support the Chippewa Valley Pickleball Club, L.E. Phillips Senior Center, and YMCA of the Chippewa Valley. These organizations are dedicated to promoting healthy, active lifestyles, and fostering a sense of community,” said John Sackett, RCU Foundation President, in a statement. “We look forward to continuing our work to raise awareness and funds for local organizations at the 10K Charity Classic through our partnership with the Eau Claire Marathon.”
