A Vision for Extraordinary Change
Improving the Lives of Children and Strengthening the Community
Inaugural Children's Charity Classic
Our Purpose:
This legacy event exists because of our hope and determination to collaborate and partner with like-minded individuals and organizations to maximize impact in the lives of children. We do this by focusing on education, health, and financial stability – the building blocks for a child’s quality of life.
Our Impact:
The Children’s Charity Classic Team ensures your support directly impacts local children’s causes, making a tangible difference where it’s needed most.
Ten teams—featuring professional, amateur, and junior riders paired with local charities compete to earn prize funds for local children’s charities in Marion County. Each nonprofit received support based on their team’s placement, with awards ranging from $5,000 to $30,000. In total, $100,000 was distributed to benefit children across our community.
Children’s Charity Classic Returns – February 20, 2026
*The Grant Application Window is Now Open*
Grant Application Information
We’re now accepting grant applications from local children’s charities in Marion County!
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Application Window: Now – November 5, 2025
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Training Session (Optional): October 14, 2025 at 10 AM
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Eligibility: Open to local children’s nonprofits serving Marion County
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Selection: 10 charities will be chosen after a thorough review and vetting process
Application Requirements:
- List of Current Board of Directors
- Current Financial Statement – Audit or IRS 990
- One-page narrative of how the funds will be used and their impact on children in Marion County
- A summary (50 words or less) of how the funds will impact the children served
- A video (less than 3 minutes) highlighting the service provided and how the Children’s Charity Classic will impact children. Videos do not need to be professional, but should be of good quality. All videos must be sent to cccinfo@uwmc.org
Training Session
Excitement is building as amazing organizations prepare to attend a training session for the upcoming Children’s Charity Classic!
This inspiring event, set for February 20th, 2026, will feature teams of riders paired with local organizations, all working together to make a difference in the lives of children in our community.
The United Way of Marion County is proud to host this incredible event, which brings our community together for a cause that truly matters. Join us for our training session on October 14, giving agencies the opportunity to learn more about how to participate.
Join us in making a difference—together, we can ride toward a brighter future
Selected Agencies
The highly anticipated Children’s Charity Classic has officially announced the 10 local organizations that will participate in its inaugural event, set to take place on February 21st at the picturesque HITS Post Farm.
This one-of-a-kind event aims to make a significant impact on the lives of local children by supporting organizations that provide assistance in education, financial stability, and health. The proceeds from the charity classic will be distributed among the selected agencies, enabling them to further their invaluable programs and initiatives.
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