Searcy Kids Track Night- Fundraiser for a Library in Kenya with the Rotich Foundation – Searcy, AR 2026

Kids Track Night is Back! This is our first annual Kids Track Event to celebrate the joy of running while raising vital support for the **Rotich T Foundation’s library project in rural Kenya . Founded in 2024 to expand access to books, technology, and learning opportunities for children in underserved regions, the Rotich T Foundation has already opened its first resource and cyber-connected learning center in Kabarnet, Baringo County, empowering local students through education and connection to the world of knowledge. At our event, participants will enjoy a fun night of running and community celebration, while being encouraged to donate to help expand this life-changing library work. Joining us will be Jacob Rotich , founder of the library and a former All-American 10K runner whose vision fuels this mission; Tia Stone , Arkansas runner, RRCA coach , and founder of Kids Track Night here in our community whose passion inspires young runners; and Coach Don Hood , head cross-country and t