FREESTONE TRAIL SCHOLARSHIP

We know trail running isn’t free (though we wish it were!) and that financial barriers are often a major reason why diverse voices and runners don’t make it to the start line

That’s why Freestone Endurance teamed up with Altra Running to create

— Freestone Scholars —

A trail running scholarship built to lift up runners from the Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC) communities and break down the barriers that can make chasing big goals feel out of reach

This scholarship is for all runners—whether you're lacing up for your first trail race or you're a seasoned runner with a few under your belt

22 spots are available for Colorado athletes in West Line Winder 30K/50K & Sawatch Ascent 50K

Along with a free race entry, each 30K/50K recipient will receive a $500 stipend to be used on whatever runners need to make it to the start line

If a runner is wanting to compete in the High Lonesome 100, they may apply to race the Sawatch 50/50 which is a qualifying race for the 2026 High Lonesome

Scholarship recipients will be announced on May 14th.

Eligibility Requirements:

The 30K/50K entries are exclusively available to Colorado-based athletes

The High Lonesome 100-mile entry is open to athletes nationwide who have completed 50mile - 100K between 01/1/2024 and 04/15/25 or a 100mile race  between 01/01/2022 and 01/15/2025