The Baton Club plays a vital role in supporting the Drake Relays and the many opportunities it creates for young athletes in our community.

Your contribution helps provide memorable experiences for youth and elementary school participants, including events such as Relays Night at Drake Men's Basketball and the Elementary Shuttle Relay at the Drake Relays. These programs introduce young runners to the excitement of competition while fostering a lifelong love of fitness and sport.

Support from generous donors is essential to sustaining these opportunities and ensuring that athletes of all ages can be part of the Drake Relays tradition.

Individuals who donate $1,000 or more annually are recognized at the Medallion Club level. These contributors are instrumental in preserving and advancing Drake’s distinctive athletic legacy.

In addition to supporting the future of Drake Relays events, your gift may qualify for outstanding benefits. Donors who give by March 16 will be listed in a special section of the Drake Relays program and included in the University’s annual Honor Roll of Donors. Your gift is tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law and may be eligible for employer matching programs.

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