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Saturday, October 4, 2025

9:00–11:30 a.m.

Tournament Park, Caltech Campus, Pasadena, CA

Trek for Talented Youth

Support Gifted and Talented Learners in Pasadena and Nationwide

Why It Matters

Ƶ’s Trek for Talented Youth is a national fundraiser and local celebration that brings together families, alumni, educators and supporters to help gifted, talented and high-ability youth thrive. Every dollar raised supports Ƶ programsand 50% is allocated directly to financial aid, helping more students access transformational learning experiences.
Too many gifted and talented students are unidentified and have no access to the services they need. An estimated 3.6 million gifted and talented youth in the United States from all socioeconomic backgrounds are being overlooked in schools, left to struggle silently in classrooms not designed for the way they think, feel, and learn.1 Without access to programs that nurture their potential, these students risk disengagement, anxiety, and underachievement—not due to lack of ability, but because their needs remain unseen.
By participating in the Trek for Talented Youth, you’re not just raising funds—you’re helping change lives. Whether you walk with us in Pasadena or join from your hometown, become a sponsor or donate, you are advancing our shared mission: to help bright young minds reach their potential.

How you can Support Trek for Talented Youth

Become a sponsor

Show your support and get recognized on the event T-shirt and more! Registrations included.

Register and walk with us

Celebrate with us in Pasadena or walk on your own or with a group across the country. Every registration includes a free event t-shirt.

Make a Donation

No need to walk!

Give directly toward Ƶ programs and financial aid.

Create a Fundraising Page

Ask your networks to donate to Ƶ and compete for fun prizes!

Together, our steps move students forward.

Fundraising Goal

Our community-wide goal is to raise $50,000 to support Ƶ’s programs.50% of all funds raised are allocated directly to financial aid.

Event Details

LOCAL EVENT

Join us in-person to walk and raise awareness and funds for Ƶ and talented youth in our home city of Pasadena!

WHERE

In-person in Pasadena, CA at Tournament Park on Caltech Campus

WHEN

Saturday, October 4, 2025 at 9:00a.m.–11:30 a.m.

WHAT TO EXPECT

  • 9:00–9:30 am: Check-in / Registration
  • 9:30–9:45 am: Opening Remarks
  • 9:45–11:00 am: The Walk Begins!
  • 11:00–11:30 am: Ceremony & Prizes


Free parking

Tournament Park-Caltech Loop = .5 mile
Small playground for younger children
Wear your Trek for Talented Youth T-Shirt

Breakfast bars, water and juice provided

NATIONAL EVENT

Join us on this special day to walk and raise awareness and funds for Ƶ and talented youth from wherever you are!

WHERE

In YOUR location anywhere across the U.S. and the globe

WHEN

Saturday, October 4, 2025 any time in your time zone

WHAT TO EXPECT

  • If you registered, wear your Trek For Talented Youth T-shirt.
  • Select the location and length of time for your walk.
  • Take a photograph of you and any additional participants in your location.
  • Share your photos to compete to win some fun prizes!

Prizes

Join Trek for Talented Youth, help Ƶ fundraise and compete for some exciting prizes!

Local Treasures

Pick up a special trinket from our treasure trove after each lap of Tournament Park (local only, choice of Local Treasures or The Lucky One(s) per lap)

The Lucky One(s)

Get a raffle ticket for each lap of Tournament Park for a chance to win special prizes (local only, choice of Local Treasures or The Lucky One(s) per lap)

Social Butterfly

Individual fundraising page with the largest number of donors (local and national)

Monopoly Man

Individual fundraising page with the largest total amount raised (local and national)

Cheerleader

Show off your Ƶ spirit by sharing a photo from your walk from anywhere while wearing your event t-shirt for a chance to win a cool prize! (national only, more details soon)

Squad goals

Satellite event with the most participants. Take a photo and share with it the # of participants at your satellite eventfor a chance to win a cool prize! (national only, more details soon)

All-Stars

Fundraising team (on our ) that raises the largest total amount (local and national)

Local winners will be announced at the end of the local Trek for Talented Youth event. National winners will be announced via email and social media in the week followingTrek for Talented Youth.

Help Fundraise For iEA

Trek for Talented Youth relies entirely on the help of the Ƶ community.

Create a personalized fundraising page and help raise funds for Ƶ! Ask friends, family, neighbors, co-workers, and your extended community for donations to Trek for Talented Youth and share your fundraising page. Be creative and have fun!

Visit and click the “Create a Page” button to get started.

Contact

For questions, volunteer info or sponsorship opportunities, contact: Jane Laudeman at jlaudeman@educationaladvancement.org.

1 Purdue University The Gifted Education Research and Resource Institute (GER2I), , 2019

Sponsors & Advertisers

High Top Heroes

$5,000

Runners League

$2,500

Trainers Team

$1,000

The Monroe Coleite Family

Sneaker Society

$500

Skater Squad

$250

Bikel Family

Supporters & In-Kind Donors

569 S Marengo Ave.
Pasadena, CA 91101

(626) 403-8900
ieagifted@educationaladvancement.org

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Ƶ Emergency Fund

The Institute for Educational Advancement has established a dedicated Emergency Fund to support families and staff affected by the recent [insert emergency here]. Please consider donating via the link below. We appreciate your support for the Ƶ Community at this time.

A Message to our community

We are deeply heartbroken by the devastating fires impacting so many friends, families, and staff in Southern California. The health and safety of our community remain our top priority.

While our offices are outside of the evacuation zone, staff will be working remotelythrough Wednesday, January 15as we continue to monitor the situation. We are staying in touch with staff and families affected by these fires.

We sincerely appreciate your support during this challenging time. If you need to reach us, please email us at ƵGifted@educationaladvancement.org.

Thank you for your understanding and care. We’ll provide additional updates soon.