Amy Schuerholz Metz Scholarship

Charm City Run proudly sponsors the Amy Schuerholz Metz Scholarship, recognizing two exceptional student-athletes who embody Amy’s passion for running and community, and exemplifies Charm City Run’s mission “To Inspire and Move the Human Spirit, One Sole at a Time.”

Submissions will be evaluated by the selection committee and include an assessment of applicant’s overall high school experience and engagement. Once all applications have been reviewed, the top candidates will be selected for an interview. Two student athletes will be awarded the Amy Schuerholz Metz and Charm City Run Scholarship presented by Saucony. Winners will receive a one time $3000 award and a complimentary pair of Saucony running shoes.

Selection Criteria:

  • Leadership
  • Sportsmanship
  • Community Service

Student Qualifications:

  • Run at least two seasons of cross country, indoor track, and/or outdoor track
  • Must be a graduating senior of 2026
  • Attend a high school in Maryland or Delaware
  • Not be a Charm City Run employee or family member of an employee

Application Deadline: April 1, 2026
Notification Date: May 15, 2026

About Amy Schuerholz Metz:

Established in 2015, the Amy Schuerholz Metz Scholarship is a collaboration between Charm City Run and Amy's family. It honors Amy's memory by inspiring and supporting local high school runners.

Amy was a devoted and enthusiastic runner who found community and joy in her connection with Charm City Run, especially the Timonium store and its events. Running always brought a smile to her face, whether competing, running with friends, or enjoying a solo run. She deeply cherished her family, friends, and pets—especially her dogs. This scholarship embodies her love for running and enthusiasm for life.

Amy Schuerholz Metz Scholarship Application Form

Please answer the following questions (do not exceed 150 words per response):

Letter of Recommendation

Please ask that they include how you embody the qualities of leadership and sportsmanship, and any specifics about community service involvement
Max. file size: 50 MB.

If you have questions, please contact Kim Tortolani at kimt@charmcityrun.com.

Congratulations to our Past Winners:

  • 2025: Marley Dobson from St. Mary's High School
  • 2025: Theodore Brown from Towson High School
  • 2024: Jacob Paul from Hammond High School
  • 2024: Scarlett Seitz from Hereford High School
  • 2023: Dillon Owusu from Governor Thomas Johnson High School
  • 2023: Briley Sanford from Tuscarora High School
  • 2022: Piper Lentz from Hereford High School
  • 2022: Donovan Peyton from Aberdeen High School
  • 2021: Bronwyn Patterson from South River High School
  • 2021: Vinay Khosla from Dulaney High School
  • 2020: Dafne Estrella from Southern High School
  • 2020: Luke Bonfiglio from St. Mary’s High School
  • 2019: Leah Evans from Annapolis High School
  • 2019: Saxon Brown from Fallston High School
  • 2018: Dorothy Gaeng from Dulaney High School
  • 2018: Christian Hendricks from South River High School
  • 2017: Caroline Wilcox from Winters Mill High School
  • 2016: Nina Scher from Patterson Mill High School and Andrew King from Dulaney High School
    2015: Caitlin Pierson from South River High School and Jack Crino from South River High School