The Empire Runners Club was formed in 1975, during the early stages of the "running boom". Over the years the main focus of the club shifted from highly-competitive racing teams to local race sponsorship to social training group. Currently the Empire Runners Club encompasses all of those aspects of running with equal emphasis.
Student Grant Fund 2025 – Honoring Our Recipients
Over the past 12 years, the Empire Runners Club has awarded more than $60,000 to 80 graduating seniors, supporting their academic and athletic journeys. This year, thanks to the generosity of our members and donors, we awarded $5,000 to four outstanding student-athletes continuing their running careers in college.
🎓 2025 Recipients
🏅 Kaeden Anderson – Healdsburg High → Westmont College
🏅 Janelle Wanliss – Santa Rosa High → Westmont College
🏅 Amrie Lacefield – Montgomery High → Colorado State University
🏅 Brooke Szczekocki – Maria Carrillo High → Loyola Marymount University
The Student Grant Fund is fueled by club dues and donations. Applicants must excel academically and athletically, submit personal essays, and earn recommendation letters from coaches and teachers.
