This foundation was established in loving memory of Terry Muzzy in September 2007. Among other charitable initiatives, the Terry Muzzy Foundation annually supports scholarships to two graduating seniors from the Downingtown School District who will be continuing their education at an accredited post-secondary educational institution. Please use the following form to apply for the Terry Muzzy Scholarship.

     Donations to the Terry Muzzy Foundation are entrusted with the Chester County Community Foundation and invested so that this scholarship may be perpetuated for many years to come. Please click here to make a donation.
 

     Terry Muzzy, the Student Assistant Specialist for the Downingtown School District, was killed tragically in an automobile accident early in 2006. During his 16-year tenure, Terry--who was affectionately known as "Muz"--counseled students through a variety of personal crises, saving lives in the process.

     Terry’s tireless efforts influenced countless teens and families sparing them the devastation of drug addiction, alcohol abuse, and other life endangering events. Through his kid-first mentality and immutable character, Terry made sure that each student received the help they needed when they needed it.

     As the founder of LINK, a leadership program at both Downingtown High School campuses that ties together different social groups within the high school community, Terry worked with teens to lay a common foundation for harmony and acceptance in order to create a positive and welcoming school environment.

     Combining his compassionate and insightful nature with his delightfully idiosyncratic sense of humor, Terry made more colorful the lives of everyone he touched.  His limitless energy supply made his person and his message ubiquitous throughout the District.

     An avid runner, Terry enjoyed jogging nearly every day after work with his beloved dog, Buddy. 

     In an effort to continue Terry’s important work with teens, we are hosting the second annual Terry Muzzy Run on April 20, 2008 at the Downingtown West High School Campus in Downingtown, PA.  Proceeds from the walk/run will go toward the Terry Muzzy Foundation, which will award scholarships and fund programs to help our youth. 

Join us in remembering Terry and help raise money for some deserving Downingtown High School students!

Place: Downingtown West High School (445 Manor Avenue)
Date: Sunday, April 20, 2008
Schedule:
8:00 a.m. Registration
9:00 a.m. Run begins
Benefits: The Terry Muzzy Foundation
Registration Deadline: April 13th **The pre-registration period is now over! To participate in the Walk/Run you must register in person the day of the race.

There are many ways to help! You may participate in the 5K Run/Walk. Though the pre-registration period is over, you can still register the day of the race.

You can also sign up to be sponsor. There are four levels of sponsorship available: Platinum ($500+), Gold ($250), Silver ($150), and Bronze ($100). If we receive your sponsorship information before April 1st, your company, corporation or group’s name will be printed on the back of the T-shirts provided to each of the runners.  Of course, if you cannot attend the event or are not interested in sponsorship, please consider making a donation! We would appreciate any contributions, whatever you feel you can afford.

To register or make a donation online, please click here. **The pre-registration period is now over! To participate in the Walk/Run you must register in person the day of the race.

To sign up to be a sponsor online, please click here.

To register, sign up for a sponsorship, or make a donation by mail, please print and complete the 2008 Terry Muzzy Walk/Run flier. Please make your check payable to The Terry Muzzy Foundation and return the completed form with your payment to:

The Terry Muzzy Foundation
28 W. Market Street
West Chester, PA 19382

**Please note: The event will go on rain or shine!**

Questions? Please call the Chester County Community Foundation at 610-696-8211.
 

The Terry Muzzy Foundation is a fund of the Chester County Community Foundation. A copy of the official registration and financial information of the Chester County Community Foundation may be obtained by calling the PA Department of State at 1-800-732-0999. Registration does not imply endorsement.