Now Accepting Donations Via PayPal, GoFundMe or Check
Now Accepting Donations Via PayPal, GoFundMe or Check
The mission of our group is to preserve the memory of Ellison "Tarzan" Brown, by seeking donations for the creation of a life size bronze statue of Tarzan. Once completed, the statue will be housed at Tomaquag Museum's future location, at the University of Rhode Island. This space will be used to showcase and honor Tarzan's legacy as two time winner of the Boston Marathon, Olympic athlete, and member of the Narragansett Indian Tribe
Please note, we are a 501(C)(3) organization
We have initiated this fundraising effort to ensure that one of America's greatest runner's history and accomplishments are not forgotten. As a member of the Narrangansett Indian Tribe, his success is all the more remarkable. He grew up in poverty, and essentially with and off the land. He was a fisherman, hunter and mason, loving husband and father.
Byron is a nephew of Tarzan. He is a retired Lieutenant from the Westerly, RI Police Department and Chief Sachem "Sun Rise" of the Wiquapaug Eastern Pequot Indian Tribe. Like Tarzan, Byron grew up living off the land and running along the back roads. Byron was a runner for most of his life, but now spends his time walking and golfing.
Larry Hirsch is an accomplished attorney, former jewelry store business owner, philanthropist , and accomplished runner. He was a nationally ranked Masters runner .
Summer is a grand niece of Tarzan. She was a cross country runner and actively participates in local 5K's with her children. She is a community educator and an environmental scientist. Summer is providing administrative and accounting support.
Jim is a remarkable runner at all distances. On one Thanksgiving holiday weekend, he and the legendary George Gardner ran around the State of Rhode Island in four days. The distance covered was in excess of 200+ miles. Jim, for many years has supported the running community at meets around New England, and also led the Westerly Track Club's annual get togethers for many years.
Nick has had a remarkable running history, from distances of a mile up to the marathon. The Nick Bottone mile is run in our area annually, and brings out scores of people. Nick supports local races through his mentorship, assistance and coordination of local area races.
Joe has run for many years, entering multiple local races and marathons, walks and cycles during the warmer months. He is currently assisting with our fund raising efforts, the development of our website and creation of informational materials.
Steve is a C. P. A. and advises the Wiquapaug Eastern Pequot Indian Tribe and the Ellison "Tarzan" Brown Memorial Fund.
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