Feeds:
Posts
Comments

Archive for the ‘Fundraisers’ Category

Community rallies to offer help, hope

Posted in Fundraisers, tagged , , , , on August 16, 2022| Leave a Comment »

Brandon Graham

There is hope for others.

Through the hard work and dedication of family and friends, the memory of Brandon Graham and all the positives he brought into the world are treasured and remembered.

His life, the way he loved those around him and always sought out the best in himself and others, lives on.

Through the foundation they have launched in Brandon’s name, those closest to him are providing help for others who might consider taking their own lives.

The inspired work began with a highly successful luau fundraiser recently held at Coupeville’s Nordic Lodge, and will continue in the days, months, and years to come.

The Brandon Graham Foundation is sponsoring an appearance by a motivational speaker, who will meet with the youth of the community Sept. 14.

Details for that event, and a possible follow-up assembly that evening, are still being worked out.

Awash in the positivity of their opening fundraiser, organizers are taking a moment to thank the many people and businesses involved in making the luau a success.

From guest speakers Jennifer Marzocca and Tammy Joy to those who helped set up tables and auction items, to those running payment and t-shirt tables, all involved were invaluable.

 

Organizers thank:

Adorned by Jules
Anania Trucking
Applebee’s
Joe and Haylee Armstrong
Kelly and Jerry Asbjornsen
Ashley’s Design
Casey Audette – NW Cabinets LLC
Backbreakers
Barb and the boys
Bayleaf

Karen Berg
Ashley Bindschatel
Blue Fox Drive-In
Julie Brooks – One Lash Thing
Dan Brown
Melissa Brown
The Casual House
Dana Chambers
Chris’s Bakery
Ciao

A Clean Carpet Company
Dark Creek Candle and Soap
Kelly Dethlefs
Dirty Bird Studio
Ebey Academy
Irene Echenique
Flossy Nicole by Julie Savoy
Flyers
Freeland Family Dentist
Front Street Grill

Tammy and Stevie Glover
The Green House Florist and Nursery
Amanda and Dylan Gunning
The Henderson sisters
Hilltop Auto Service
Home Depot
Cheri Hovander
Gary and Jen Howard
Humphrey Sign Company
Island Glass Company

Ivar’s
Terry and Rita Jackson
Javy Javy
Jersey Mike’s Subs
Katie Johnson
Julie Natalie Imagery
Kapaw’s Iskreme
Melissa Losey
Maria Maguire
Melissa McCumber

Marcia Muchnick
Nite Owl Tattoo
Northern Quest Resort and Casino
Oak Bowl
Suzie Palmer
Penn Cove Brewing Company
Pepper Bridge Winery (John and Cheri Causey)
Pickle’s Deli
Pilgrimage Pottery by Marcia
PNW Vibe Market

Polished Studio
Popsies
Regency on Whidbey
Kristi Rosen
Seattle Mariners (Dan Wilson)
Bettie Sifuentes-Hart
Silver Cloud Hotel
Silver Reef Casino
Konni Smith
Starbucks Coffee

Steve Richardson Insurance
Swinomish Casino and Lodge
Sysco Food Service
Charlie Terpening
Terra Firma Wealth Management
Thrive Community Fitness
Trevor Asbjornsen Real Estate
Alicia Turner
Grant and Colleen Van Dyke
Mike and Debbie Vescovi

Vida Integrated Health
Jim and Dee Wheat
Whidbey Coffee
Zanini’s Deli

 

For more info on the Brandon Graham Foundation and its work, or to donate, pop over to:

https://www.thebrandongrahamfoundation.com/

Read Full Post »

Race the clock, hit the tape

Posted in Fundraisers, Running, tagged , , , , , on August 14, 2022| Leave a Comment »

Coupeville’s Aidan Wilson (left) and Mitchell Hall dueled for the 5K title at Race the Reserve. (Morgan White photo)

Mitchell Hall defended his home turf.

The Coupeville High School rising senior ran to victory in the 5K at Saturday’s Race the Reserve, earning one of three top finishes.

Joe Humrickhouse of Clinton and Chris Archer of Bellevue captured the half marathon and 10K titles, respectively.

Race the Reserve, which is the top fundraiser for Coupeville’s senior class, drew more than 200 participants to the prairie, with a huge chunk of runners claiming Coupeville as their home.

For the purposes of this article — since the blog is called Coupeville Sports and not the Boise Blabber or the Truckee Tattler — we’ll focus on just the locals.

But to see all the finishers, even the ones who came from Canada or Florida, pop over to:

 

Coupeville runners:

 

Half Marathon:

Abiam Melendez (2nd) 1:26:14.2
Amanda Fabrizi (13th) 2:01:03.8
Elizabeth Bitting (17th) 2:03:12.6
Theresa Sanders (19th) 2:04:59.4
Lark Gustafson (25th) 2:09:11.8
Paige Spangler (45th) 2:30:24.2
Lincoln Kelley (56th) 3:10:19.1
Shannon Tumblin (57th) 3:15:03.9
Desi Greene (58th) 3:15:04.0

 

10K:

James Steller (4th) 43:55.2
George Spear (5th) 47:46.7
Ralph Gamble (10th) 51:16.9
Helene Lhamon (11th) 52:04.0
Sandra Johnson (14th) 53:40.1
Lindsey Roberts (25th) 1:04:03.4
Christina Jump (26th) 1:04:25.3
George Thawley (32nd) 1:07:39.5
Anthony Hernandez (39th) 1:16:40.3

 

5K:

Mitchell Hall (1st) 20:16.8
Aidan Wilson (2nd) 20:21.2
Todd Wilson (3rd) 21:06.7
Cael Wilson (5th) 22:13.2
Landon Roberts (6th) 22:21.9
E. Wilson (7th) 22:50.4
Nicholas Wasik (9th) 23:26.2
Luke Summers (14th) 25:58.2
C. Sparacio (15th) 27:44.5
O. Hall (18th) 30:31.2
John Hughes (19th) 30:34.0
Maria Summers (23rd) 31:38.7
River Simpson (36th) 33:06.9
Chase Simpson (37th) 33:06.9
Laken Simpson (38th) 34:35.8
Shellie Barnett (41st) 35:15.2
Heather Nastali (43rd) 38:04.6
Rebecca Roberts (44th) 38:29.2
Stone Simpson (47th) 41:06.3
Jerrold Regan (51st) 41:55.5
Helen Sinclair (54th) 43:42.7
Alice Runk (55th) 44:18.9
Rainy Simpson (58th) 46:21.5
Mel Regan (61st) 46:59.7
Janet Chaykin (62nd) 47:01.1
Lisa Olds (66th) 48:17.4
Ana Brown (77th) 57:29.9
Robyn Myers (82nd) 1:08:37.7
Sherry Bonacci (83rd) 1:08:38.2
Michelle Glass (84th) 1:08:38.9
Charlene Joyce (88th) 1:12:58.5
Georgie Smith (90th) 1:13:55.2
Charles Arndt (91st) 1:13:56.7

Read Full Post »

Prairie paparazzi come out clickin’

Posted in Fundraisers, Running, tagged , , , , on August 13, 2022| Leave a Comment »

“Let’s go for an early morning run!” (Morgan White photo)

Everywhere a runner, almost everywhere a camera.

Wolf Moms were all over the course Saturday as Race the Reserve took over the prairie.

The event, which features a half marathon, 10K, and 5K, is the biggest fundraiser for Coupeville High School’s senior class.

The photos above and below capture a wide swath of competitors and scenery.

The stampede begins. (Morgan White photo)

An event winner poses with his prize — a limited edition print of a watercolor by CHS senior Helen Strelow. (Morgan White photo)

Support for the runners was everywhere. (Amber Wyman photo)

It’s a family affair. (Amber Wyman photo)

Wolf legend Lindsey Roberts runs away from a tractor heading out to work. (Michelle Glass photo)

Marinating in the moment. (Amber Wyman photo)

The moment right before the stampede began. (Morgan White photo)

Loud ‘n proud. (Amber Wyman photo)

The look of victory. (Morgan White photo)

Read Full Post »

All the support, all the effort

Posted in Fundraisers, Running, tagged , , , , , on August 13, 2022| 1 Comment »

Coupeville cheerleader Pamela Morrell, ready to get the crowd rockin’. (Morgan White photo)

If you plan it, they will volunteer.

Coupeville High School athletes showed up strong Saturday for Race the Reserve, the biggest fundraiser for the CHS senior class.

Wolf volleyball came with a big crew, but ultimately it was the CHS cheer squad which topped all fall sports teams in terms of total volunteers.

For their efforts, Jennifer Morrell’s cheerleaders captured the “Golden Shoe Award,” and will also snag an assortment of homemade cookies.

CHS volleyball players show off their spirit. (Helene Lhamon photo)

Full of cheer and joy, even early on a Saturday morning. (Helene Lhamon photo)

Read Full Post »

Tasty treats for Race the Reserve volunteers

Posted in Fundraisers, Running, tagged , , , , on August 3, 2022| Leave a Comment »

Lucy Sandahl dodges raindrops during 2019’s Race the Reserve. (Photo by JohnsPhotos.net)

Do it for the thrill of competition.

Do it for the glow of being #1.

Do it for the homemade cookies.

But whatever you do it for, just do it.

With Race the Reserve — the biggest fundraiser for the Coupeville High School Class of 2023 — set for Saturday, Aug. 13, organizers are scrambling to field a full team of volunteers.

They’ve launched a competition between Wolf fall sports teams, with the team with the most volunteers nabbing the Golden Shoe Award and a batch of cookies from acclaimed cook Helene Lhamon.

It’s a royal rumble between volleyball, soccer, tennis, cross country, and football, with a tasty finale.

 

Volunteers are currently needed for:

Food Team (1)
Parking (3)
Photographer (1)
Race clean-up (9)
Race set-up (2)
Registration (5)
Water at Hill Road (1)
Water at Wanamaker (2)

 

To sign up, pop over to:

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/9040f48adad2babfd0-race

Read Full Post »

« Newer Posts - Older Posts »