The Hunter L. Mason Foundation, a nonprofit organization with the mission "to support and encourage personal and community development through sports, faith, and education, while bringing hope to those facing difficult times," today announced its launch.
The foundation was established during the summer of 2022 after Hunter’s brief but courageous battle with glioblastoma. Hunter was diagnosed in early April 2022, and within a few short weeks succumbed to the aggressive brain tumor on May 31, 2022. During his short but impactful life, Hunter inspired those close to him and those who just knew of him to live, learn, and play with humility and commitment. The foundation strives to continue Hunter’s inspiring legacy by providing opportunities for others to "#LiveLikeHunter."
Hunter’s impact on others knew no limit, as he inspired children and adults alike and impressed everyone who worked with or around him. “In 22 years, Hunter made a profound impact on the lives of many, more than most do in a full lifetime," said his former Western Illinois University coach, Jared Elliott. "He poured everything he had into everything he did.”
The Hunter L. Mason Foundation has worked to quickly make a local impact by donating to the Hunter Mason Courage Award and Scholarship at Western Illinois, donating to student-athletes in his hometown school district through the Nevada R-5 Hunter L. Mason Scholarship Fund, and donating to the Nevada Tigers All-Sports Booster Club. Plus, members of the foundation spent a week in October performing random acts of kindness in honor of Hunter’s birthday.
The foundation's goal for 2023 is to continue to grow and increase awareness, as well as to continue fundraising through ongoing initiatives and yearly events. That includes the Mason’s Masters Charity Golf Tournament scheduled for June 3, 2023, in Nevada, Missouri.
For more information, visit https://hunterlmasonfoundation.org.
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