Helping kids love running
The Ruston Family Foundation
Our mission is to promote high school cross country in Washington state
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Announcements
Paul Ruston Memorial Run 2026
This year’s Memorial Run 5K was our biggest yet, with a record 233 total registrants and 202 timed runners. We are incredibly grateful to everyone who showed up, ran, walked, cheered, and volunteered. You helped make this our biggest Memorial Run 5K yet!
Take a look at our photos! Post and share your favorite pictures, and don’t forget to tag us on Instagram and Facebook @rustonfamilyfoundation so we can celebrate with you!
The Ruston Family Foundation 2026 Grants have been awarded (April 1st, 2026)!
Thank you so much to all the high school XC coaches and assistant coaches who applied for our grant! We look forward to seeing the sport of cross country grow within Washington state through your efforts. The 2027 grant cycle will be announced early next year.