The Ashland Rotary Club has hosted the first annual Ashland Rotary Run on Saturday October 3rd 2009 to raise funds and awareness in the effort to eradicate polio. Through the generous donation of our sponsors, with the help of a matching grant from the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation, and thanks to the enthousiatic support and participation of 171 participants, this fantastic event raised well over $30,000

Thank you all so much for your support and participation to make this first annual Ashland Rotary Run such a success!!!  - Rob Skinner, Race Director

 The 171 runners and walkers on their way for the 1st annual Ashalnd Rotary Run

 Mack Strong, retired Seahawk Full back and two-times pro-bowler, addresses the crowd

 High fives from Mack Strong and Rob Skinner for the winners.