Spring Fever Chase Proceeds Grants Awarded

Annually, proceeds from Spring Fever Chase, a 10K run and 5 mile fun run/walk presented by Thomas Hospital of Fairhope and Daphne and Wells Fargo, benefit physical education programs in Baldwin County schools. This year, checks totaling more than $8,000 were presented to Christ the King Catholic School, Fairhope East Elementary School, Fairhope Middle School, Fairhope West Elementary School and J. Larry Newton Elementary School, according to an announcement. Schools with at least 25 race applicants (including parents who register through the school) receive $2 for each participant. In addition to prize money awarded to schools for participation, Baldwin County coaches can apply for Spring Fever Chase grants for physical education equipment. In the last 10 years, more than $73,000 has been granted to area schools. Next year’s Spring Fever Chase is planned for March.