2Fly Derby

A New Chapter for Idaho2Fly: Looking Ahead Beyond the 2Fly Derby

After much careful consideration, the Idaho2Fly Board of Directors has made the difficult decision to redirect our fundraising efforts starting in 2025, which includes the cancellation of the beloved 2Fly Derby. While this marks the end of an era, our 10 years with the Derby have been an incredible journey, full of memories, growth, and support from an amazing community of donors, participants, and volunteers.

The 2Fly Derby has been an important annual event for us, and we are deeply grateful for the time, energy, and resources everyone has invested over the years. The Derby has provided an opportunity for us to connect with so many of you who share in our mission, and together we’ve made a lasting impact on our community and beyond.

A special thanks must go to Ron Sali and Orville Thompson for their unwavering generosity in providing the venue and the beautiful lake that became the heart of the Derby. Without their incredible support, this event would not have been possible for so many years. Their commitment to Idaho2Fly and the success of the Derby is something we will always cherish.

However, in recent years, we’ve faced challenges in meeting the attendance and fundraising goals necessary to sustain the event. While the Derby has always been a source of pride for us, these difficulties have made it clear that it’s time to explore new opportunities that will better engage our supporters and continue to advance our mission.

As we look to the future, we’re excited to announce that we will be dedicating the upcoming year to developing a new fundraising event—one that will be fresh, innovative, and inclusive. We are committed to creating an experience that brings all of our supporters together and helps us continue to grow and fund the vital work we do.

On behalf of the entire Board of Directors, I want to express our deepest thanks to everyone who has participated in and supported the 2Fly Derby over the past decade. Your involvement has been instrumental in helping us reach new heights, and we are incredibly grateful for the generosity and passion you’ve shown. Although we will miss the Derby, we’re optimistic about the exciting possibilities ahead.

We look forward to unveiling our new fundraising initiative in the coming months and hope you’ll continue to be part of the Idaho2Fly community as we turn the page to this next chapter.

Thank you again for your unwavering support. Together, we will continue to make a meaningful difference.

Sincerely,

R. Keith Murphy

President

Idaho2Fly Board of Directors