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Gold Foundation reports volunteers, events and $27,500 donation to Weber School Foundation
Summary
Gold Foundation representatives presented their 2025 annual report to the council, citing 2025 highlights: Ogden Marathon economic impact (~$2 million), 1,100+ volunteers (nearly 7,000 hours), 23 trees planted, youth camps (170 participants), donations including $27,500 to the Weber School Foundation, and plans for the 2026 marathon and relocated expo.
Ogden 'Representatives from the Gold Foundation presented their 2025 annual report at the Jan. 20 work session, summarizing signature events, volunteer contributions and community grants.
The foundation listed 2025 accomplishments including staging the Ogden Marathon and winter running series, hosting Northern Utah Trail Fest and 56 free community events, planting 23 trees through a green-initiative partnership, and serving 170 youth-camp participants across outdoor-skill programs. Staff reported more than 1,100 volunteers contributing nearly 7,000 hours and said the Ogden Marathon produces about $2 million in local economic impact for its weekend.
Philanthropy and programs: The foundation said it donated $27,500 to the Weber School Foundation for youth-focused projects, awarded approximately $5,500 in group grants and distributed roughly $5,000 in scholarships. The group also described partnerships with Ogden Valley Adaptive for adaptive races and with Visit Ogden to relocate the marathon expo downtown on May 15-16, 2026.
Next year: The foundation said it plans to increase outreach (targeting 25-30% more donated shoes) and to continue community programming including an adaptive series race in partnership with trails organizations. Presenters invited councilors and residents to volunteer and participate.
Ending: Council members thanked the presenters for their work and asked a small number of operational questions about traffic management and downtown impacts; presenters said updated traffic plans and volunteer coordination had addressed prior issues.
