Community Comes Together for McKenzie Community Track & Field
- Michael Bergmann
- 4 minutes ago
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The McKenzie Community Track & Field recently brought the community together for a successful TrackTown Pizza fundraiser, organized by new board member Matthew Barreau. The event raised close to $1,000 to support the track, while also helping introduce this special venue to the greater Springfield and Eugene communities.
Fundraisers like this do more than generate financial support—they help strengthen the connection between the track and the broader community that uses and supports it.
A Volunteer-Powered Community Asset
The McKenzie Community Track & Field (MCTF) is a volunteer-run 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to keeping the facility open and accessible for the entire community. From youth programs to community events and visiting athletes, the track has become a gathering place in the McKenzie River Valley.
However, keeping the track operating requires ongoing support. The facility has nearly $700 per month in basic operating expenses, not including the additional maintenance and upkeep that naturally comes with maintaining a high-quality outdoor athletic venue.
Because of this, MCTF relies heavily on grants, donations, and the hundreds of volunteer hours contributed each year by people who believe in maintaining this unique community resource.
Events That Bring the World to the McKenzie Valley
In addition to local fundraising efforts, the track hosts events that draw participants from across Oregon and beyond. Annual events such as the McKenzie River Trail Run and the Oregon Trail Gravel Grinders bring hundreds of participants from around the world to the McKenzie River Valley.
These events not only support the track financially but also showcase the beauty and spirit of the surrounding community.
A Place for Ideas, Events, and Community
One of the strengths of the McKenzie Community Track & Field is that it remains open to the ideas and energy of the community it serves. Whether through hosting events, volunteering, or bringing new ideas forward, there are many ways for people to contribute to the continued success of the track.
Community members, organizations, and event organizers are always encouraged to bring forward new opportunities that help keep the track active, welcoming, and performing at its best.
Thank You for Supporting the Track in the Mountains
The McKenzie Community Track & Field exists because of the dedication of volunteers, donors, and participants who believe in its value to the community.
Thank you for supporting our “Track in the Mountains” through your donations, volunteerism, and events. Together, we continue to ensure this special place remains active for athletes, families, and visitors for years to come.
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