How to apply for a scholarship
application is easy
The expectation is that those who can afford to pay their own travel arrangements should. For those who need help, we're there for you.
Because we're a small community and everyone knows one another, applying for a grant is simple: Just reach out to us at info@kirkwoodfreeridefoundation.org and let's have a conversation about what your needs are and how we can help.
We'll take it from there
Our Team
Our Board
- Karyn Ellis, Founder and President of the Board: Karyn Ellis is a lifelong Tahoe-area skier with a passion for fundraising.
- Andy Adams: Vail Corp liaison. Andy Adams heads Expedition Kirkwood, which runs the Kirkwood Freeride program
Coach and parent reps
Garrett Wisniewski - Coaches Representative
Carolina Walbrun - Parent Representative and KFF Chief Financial Officer
Ellen Chang - Fundraiser Organizer and Parent Representative
Valerie Terrill - KFF Merch Manager and Parent Representative
Marika Shawstad - Parent Representative
Team Reps
Tessa Payne - Skiers Representative
Kate Winslow - Snowboarders Representative
Asta Hartwell - Snowboarders Representative