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2023 Program
Below are various new, updates, and blog posts of various stories of community service we find inspirational and worth a share.

The newly approved Bill Davis Scholarship for RHS seniors seeks donors.

Bill Davis
Dec 2020: The Richfield Spartan Foundation recently added this scholarship to its list (donate here). These began as 2 awards in 1990 and have grown to 25. Over the past 31 years, the Foundation has consistently supported scholarships and funding for arts and athletic programs. Bill Davis served on the board for all 31 years and as its President for the past 13 years. He wishes to award a senior who has shown “exemplary service” within RHS or in the larger community outside the school. RHS seniors can apply through the Counselors’ office. The Board asks for your contribution through its website at spartanfoundation.com and clicking on Donate in the upper right-hand corner. In this effort, we ask for your ‘exemplary community service.’ Sun Current article.

Jan 13, 2023 - The Bill Davis Obituary:

Bill Davis

Bill Davis

Arthur Willard 'Bill' Davis, Jr.
June 6, 1942 - Jan 13, 2023
Obituary

New Leadership

The Richfield Spartan Foundation Board of Directors has elected Blaine Joerger as the new President of the 31 year old Foundation supporting the youth of Richfield. In addition, the Board has elected Maria Kimmes and Stuart Lindgren to the positions of Secretary and Treasurer. Bill Davis has served as the President since 2007. The Board of Director’s gratefully appreciate Bill’s leadership these past thirteen years. Bill and Blaine will continue to work together over the next few months to accomplish this long planned transition to the new team of leaders. Congratulations to all!!!

George Karnas

George Karnas

It isn’t often that a community loses an icon, but that happened Oct. 19 in Richfield with the passing of George Karnas, the man many knew as The Red Godfather. Full Story.

Richfield’s Sefon hopes to fulfill NFL dream

Richfield’s Sefon hopes to fulfill NFL dream

Former Richfield High School and St. Cloud State standout Jordan Sefon was invited to participate in the Atlanta Falcons’ training camp this summer. (Photo courtesy of Jordan Sefon). Full story.

Richfield grad gets full ride scholarship

Richfield grad gets full ride scholarship

Edwin Quinon walks the halls of Normandale Community College April 4. Quinon is finishing up his final semester at the school and is on his way to North Central University in Minneapolis on a full-ride scholarship. (Sun Current staff photo by Andrew Wig). Full story:

2020 Award Winners

Today marks the 31st Annual Spartan Foundation Golf Tournament. We are so glad you could join us today at Crystal Lake Golf Club.
We are grateful to the supporters of this tournament and the young people of Richfield. Over the past 31 years, your support has provided over $400,000 in contributions to Richfield youth. Program. Award Winners.

2019 Award Winners

2019 Award Winners

Today marks the 30th Annual Spartan Foundation Golf Tournament. We are so glad you could join us today at Crystal Lake Golf Club.
We are grateful to the supporters of this tournament and the young people of Richfield. Over the past 30 years, your support has provided over $400,000 in contributions to Richfield youth. Program. Award Winners.

2018 Award Winners

2018 Award Winners

Today marks the 29th Annual Spartan Foundation Golf Tournament. We are so glad you could join us today at Crystal Lake Golf Club.
We are grateful to the supporters of this tournament and the young people of Richfield. Over the past 29 years, your support has provided over $350,000 in contributions to Richfield youth. Program. Award Winners.

2017 Award Winners

Today marks the 28th Annual Spartan Foundation Golf Tournament. We are so glad you could join us today at Crystal Lake Golf Club.
We are grateful to the supporters of this tournament and the young people of Richfield. Over the past 28 years, your support has provided over $350,000 in contributions to Richfield youth. Program. Award winners.

2016 Award Winners

2016 Award Winners

The Spartan Foundation 27 year history of fundraising for Richfield Public Schools and college scholarships provide the basis for a new era of synergy. This year the Spartan Foundation will present 24 $1000 scholarships to graduating seniors. (full list). Here is a photo of our 2016 winners: