Over $4,000 in prizes for runners, schools, and teams!

Bozeman, MT —November 6, 2025 — The Bozeman Schools Foundation will once again host the annual Santa Run for Education Sponsored by Stockman Bank on the morning of Saturday, December 6, 2025.

“The Santa Run for Education has become a favorite holiday tradition in the Gallatin Valley, and Stockman Bank is thrilled to sponsor it once again” shared Paul Pahut, Stockman Senior Vice President, Southwest Montana. “We believe strong schools build strong communities, and supporting the Bozeman Schools Foundation and this event is one small way we can give back to the community we’re proud to call home.”

The Santa Run for Education is the Foundation’s primary fundraiser, bringing together runners, families, and supporters for a festive 5K through downtown Bozeman. Proceeds from the event support the Foundation’s work promoting academic excellence, fostering teaching innovation, recognizing students of character, and helping connect students in need with housing, nutritional support, and other essential resources so they can focus on learning and thrive.

Now in its 11th year, the Santa Run celebrates the enduring partnership between Bozeman School District 7 (BSD7) and the community that champions its students. In recognition of this partnership, BSD7 Superintendent Casey Bertram and his Executive Cabinet have been named this year’s Honorary Race Marshals.

“Whether it’s promoting early literacy or addressing student well-being and mental health, the Bozeman Schools Foundation has repeatedly seen the commitment of Casey and his team to tackling important issues,” said Jenn Lammers, Executive Director of the Bozeman Schools Foundation. “With support from the Bozeman community, we are breaking new ground, and the work we are doing will make a difference in the lives of Bozeman students for years to come.”

“The partnership between the Bozeman Schools Foundation and BSD7 is an incredible example of what can happen when a community comes together around a shared belief in our students,” said Superintendent Casey Bertram. “The Foundation not only helps provide resources that enhance learning, but it also strengthens the connection between our schools and the broader Bozeman community.”

The Superintendent and his team will be donning festive costumes in keeping with the Santa Run’s spirited, family-friendly nature!

With prizes for both serious and not-so-serious runners, the Santa Run for Education is a great way to kick off the holiday season while showing support for local schools.

Prize highlights include:

• $1,000 each to the two schools with the highest participation (based on percentage of total enrollment). All Gallatin County schools are eligible

• $500 each to the two BSD7 teams or clubs with the greatest number of participants, thanks to the Neil Family.

• The return of “Tagging the Yeti,” sponsored by Bozeman’s independent Charles Schwab branch, giving attendees a chance to win assorted prizes by spotting and posting a photo with the race’s furry (and fast) Yeti mascot.

• Spontaneous rewards will also be provided at the Race Marshals’ discretion to participants in unique costumes, and/or adding positive energy to the event.

Racers, families, and friends are invited to warm up, visit sponsor booths, and enjoy hot chocolate inside the Winter Wonderland set up in the Willson Gym before, during, and after the race. Doors open at 8:30 a.m., and the race begins at 9:00 a.m. at the corner of Babcock and 5th Avenue.

Packet pickup will take place at Stockman Bank on Friday, December 5, from 10:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.

Registration is now open: https://runsignup.com/Race/MT/Bozeman/SantaRunforEducation5K