JACKSON, Wyo. — The Community Foundation of Jackson Hole announced today that the 27th annual community-wide fundraiser, Old Bill’s Fun Run, will be held on Sept. 9 at Jackson Elementary School (JES) Field.
In 2022, the event raised $19,957,301 for Teton County nonprofits. During last year’s event, more than 24,000 individual gifts were made by 4,193 donors. Since its inception in 1997, Old Bill’s has raised an astounding $228 million dollars for local nonprofits.
“Old Bill’s is a community-wide celebration of our remarkable nonprofits and Jackson’s
culture of philanthropy,” Laurie Andrews, Community Foundation president said.
Launch Party
The Old Bill’s 2023 Giving Season kicks off on Friday, Aug. 11 from 9:30 a.m. to 11 a.m. with a Launch Party and Rubber Ducky Regatta at Russ Garaman Park. During the fourth-annual Rubber Ducky Regatta, the Foundation will send 200+ rubber ducks representing the Old Bill’s nonprofits racing down Flat Creek with the support of Teton County Search & Rescue’s Swiftwater Rescue team. The luckiest ducks will win grants for their nonprofits, and costumes are highly encouraged. This event is free and open to the community.
Run Day
On Saturday, Sept. 9 at 9 a.m., Run Day will take place on the playing fields at JES between Jean Street and Willow Street. Free runner registration is open at oldbills.org. Street parking is limited downtown, so bikes and public transportation are highly encouraged. Free Old Bill’s t-shirts are available for pickup on the Community Foundation’s front porch at 245 E Simpson Avenue starting on Aug. 11 (while supplies last).
New this year, the 5K and 10K Fun Run/Walk will start at 9 a.m. sharp on Willow Street, just north of Deloney Street. From 8:30 a.m. to 12 p.m., the entire community is invited to the Nonprofit Village in the JES Field featuring 100+ informational and activity booths hosted by Old Bill’s nonprofits, as well as the highly anticipated Diaper Derby, free refreshments and lots of community spirit.
Event Schedule:
- 8:30 a.m.Nonprofit booths open
- 8:45 a.m.: Runner/walker warm-up at start line
- 8:50 a.m.: Color Guard Ceremony and National Anthem
- 9 a.m.: Run/Walk begins
- 9:15 a.m.: Snacks served under big tent with DJ
- 10:15 a.m.: Race winners announced
- 12 p.m.: Event ends
About Old Bill’s
One of the most innovative philanthropic initiatives in the nation, Old Bill’s Fun Run is also one of the most successful. Twenty-six years ago, a generous couple, fondly known as Mr. and Mrs. Old Bill, envisioned a collaborative initiative to support local nonprofits. For the first time, organizations came together in an efficient, unified fundraiser that raised awareness of local nonprofits and community needs.
Since its inception, Old Bill’s has brought an astounding $228 million in philanthropic dollars to our community. These funds are busy feeding the hungry, supporting the sick and elderly, teaching kids to read, protecting wildlife, building affordable housing, enriching our lives through the arts and touching the lives of everyone in Teton County. Old Bill’s is administered by the Community Foundation of Jackson Hole. For more information, visit oldbills.org.
