The Dave Kitchell Endowed Fund was established by the Kitchell Family to honor Dave, who was a beloved coach at Ashland High School and elementary school teacher from 1984 until his death in 2007. The fund carries on the positive impact he had on the lives of young people through his work with the sports program at Ashland High School. 

The Dave Kitchell Endowment will help alleviate barriers to participation in sports for student athletes in Ashland, Talent, and Phoenix, through the funding of sports-related opportunities including scholarships, the purchase of equipment and uniforms, training for coaches, costs related to travel for competitions, and more. 

“My dad genuinely cared for and helped others and was well known for his mantra, ‘we love and care for each other,’ a phrase that perfectly sums up the intense passion and care he had for those around him.” - Brian Kitchell, ACHF Board Member