Honoring Donald Chaffin
One Step at a Time

Join a community tradition in Gainesboro, Tennessee, where every mile supports young Christians chasing their education dreams and urgent ALS research to find a cure for Lou Gehrig’s disease. Since 2010, we’ve awarded scholarships to inspiring students and sent thousands to breakthrough research through partners like Augie’s Quest.

Whether you run, walk, sponsor, or donate—your participation changes lives.

Finding a Cure

Scholarship Info

Remembering Don

4 A Scholarship

Supporting Young Christian Education

Now Accepting

Scholarship Applications

for the Class of 2026

Run4Don Scholarships empower the next generation of Christian leaders by providing financial support to high school seniors and students pursuing higher education. Funded by proceeds from our annual 5K/15K race, these awards honor Donald Chaffin’s legacy of service and perseverance.

High school seniors – Join the inspiring group of past recipients who are making a difference through their education and faith by applying for the scholarship this academic year.

Apply 4 A Scholarship

“Whatever you do, do all to the glory of God.” 1 Corinthians 10:31

2025 Scholarship Recipients

The Run4Don Board was proud to present scholarship awards to: (pictured left to right) Braden Smith, Savanna Roberts, Devin Parker, Mallory Jenkins, Raegan Howell, Hayden Coble, Hannah Hawkins, and Erin Hensley at Taylor Christian Camp.

$251,000

Awarded In Scholarships

Memories from Run4Don 2025

In-Person Race Results

4 A Cure

Funding Critical ALS Research

Augie's Quest Representatives Receiving Check from Run4Don

Visit AugiesQuest.org

Augie’s Quest is a dedicated nonprofit that funds innovative, cutting-edge research to accelerate effective treatments and ultimately find a cure for ALS (Lou Gehrig’s disease).

Run4Don supports this vital work by allocating a portion of its annual 5K/15K race proceeds to Augie’s Quest, helping advance awareness, fast-track breakthroughs, and drive progress toward ending this devastating disease.

In February 2026, we were able to provide a check in the amount of $10,000 to Augie’s Quest.

$147,000

Donated to ALS Research

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Sponsor or Donate Today

Your generous sponsorship or donation directly fuels life-changing impact—funding scholarships for young Christian students pursuing education and advancing ALS research through partners like Augie’s Quest (with over $147,000 donated to date, including a recent $10,000 gift). Choose from flexible levels like Title ($5,000), Platinum ($1,500), Gold ($1,000), Silver ($500), Bronze ($350), T-Shirt Sponsor ($100), or make a simple donation of any amount. Enjoy benefits such as logo placement on event T-shirts, advertising at the race, website recognition, free registrations, and more—helping your business or personal contribution make a visible difference in our community. Visit our sponsorship page to learn more and get involved!