The Rock Ranch recently completed its inaugural Country Christmas in Lights 5K, benefiting The WinShape Trailblazer Scholarship Fund. The Rock Ranch was able to raise $1,500 for the cause. The donation check was presented this week to the Barnesville/Lamar County Community Foundation board, which manages The WinShape Trailblazer Scholarship Fund.

The purpose of this fund is to provide children with scholarships to attend Camp WinShape for boys or girls. The late S. Truett Cathy, Founder of Chick-fil-A, started WinShape Camps in 1985 with the hopes of creating a camp experience that would offer kids fun, adventure, lasting friendships and a closer relationship with God.  At the core of the camp’s programming is the relentless pursuit of providing a camp experience that challenges campers to sharpen their character, deepen their Christian faith, and grow in their relationships with others. 

“The WinShape Trailblazer Scholarship opportunity is a cause that’s very special to me,” said Jeff Manley, General Manager of The Rock Ranch. “I personally benefited from one of Truett’s scholarships to camp as a kid, and the experience had a tremendous impact on my life. The Rock Ranch is thrilled at the chance to support kids today in the same way through our Christmas 5K.”

The Rock Ranch’s inaugural Country Christmas in Lights 5K was held the evening of December 13 and featured scenic views of ponds and cattle on the 1,500 acre ranch. The last leg of the course took runners and walkers through a magical Christmas lights display ending at Truett’s Barn.

To make an online donation to The Winshape Trailblazer Scholarship fund, visit www.cfcga.org/camp-winshape. If you would prefer to mail a check, please make it payable to "Community Foundation of Central Georgia" and indicate "WinShape" on the memo line.  Mail the check to Community Foundation of Central Georgia 277 MLK Jr. Blvd. Suite 303 Macon, GA 31201.