A Scholarship Fund in honor of
Clayton Smith
July 29, 2008 – September 11, 2026
Clayton found purpose and built some of his strongest friendships through running track and cross country during his high school years. He competed in running for South Lake, East Ridge and Lake Minneola High Schools, becoming part of the athletic communities at each school. His involvement in the sport created connections with teammates, coaches and fellow students who are now left to remember the time they shared with him.
Clayton also carried a passion in doing for others, kindness, compassion and generosity, which is why we started the
Clayton Smith Memorial Foundation
We hope this scholarship fund will help spread the joy of running that Clayton held so deeply.
Clayton’s High School Track and Field Legacy
Southlake High School
East Ridge High School
Lake Minneola High School
Advance Tomorrow’s Runners Through Today's Gift
Donations to the Clayton Smith Memorial Foundation will provide more opportunities for other track and field loving students to continue their dreams, just as Clayton would want.
Our mission: To support passionate student-athletes in pursuing their dreams, on and off the track.
The Clayton Smith Memorial Foundation is a donor advised fund with Raymond James Charitable. Raymond James Charitable is an independent non-profit organization and a public charity that receives donations from individuals, corporations and others and then makes grants to various qualified domestic charitable organizations. Learn more at raymondjamescharitable.org.