2025 Nonprofit Race Participants
In addition to the Ducky Derby and Street Fair, a Virtual Ducky Race featuring Duckies swimming for local non-profits will be held in the weeks leading up to Ducky Derby Day. Every on-line Ducky Derby ticket purchased between now and the close of online sales earns the opportunity to "Cheer" for a non-profit Ducky.
The top 3 non-profit Duckies with the most cheers by close of online sales will receive an additional amount for their nonprofit. The Ducky Leaderboard will be updated regularly on the Rotary Club of Castle Rock’s Facebook Page.
Next race is starting please contact us if you are interested in the Virtual Ducky Race.
Wellspring Wally is racing for Wellspring Community, empowering lives of adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD)!
Wally likes to train by joining Wellspring participants in a variety of program offerings from ASL to Yoga, the world is his oyster!
When he isn’t training, he treats himself to a hand-crafted drink and baked good at the Castle Rock Collective and peruses the unique artisan market.
Wellspring Wally is not only a champion in the creek, but a champion of creating accessible and inclusive opportunities for people with I/DD
Duckleberry Finn is racing for Douglas County Libraries Foundation, to inspire a love of reading, discovery and connection! Duck Finn and the DCL Foundation support the incredible work of Douglas County Libraries, granting Camp DCL scholarships for kids, helping adults obtain their GEDs, introducing new parents and their babies to the library’s early literacy services, supporting summer reading and literature-inspired events for all ages, delivering free books to Douglas County kids ages 0-5 in partnership with Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library, supporting adult learning and literacy, and planting roots for the future through its endowment fund.
The Douglas County Libraries Foundation delivers funding and resources to help sustain Douglas County Libraries and positively impact our community members so they can grow and thrive.
Doug is racing for the Douglas Land Conservancy (DLC). He loves to train on guided hikes led by the DLC on the over 28,000 acres of open space in Douglas, Elbert and Jefferson County that is permanently preserved by conservation easements managed by the DLC. He also likes to get involved with the educational programs that are supported by funds from the Castle Rock Rotary Foundation.
Douglas Land Conservancy (DLC) exists to protect and conserve the natural character, habitats, ecosystems, and open spaces of the Central Front Range region of Colorado.
Hope Castleton knows that a little help can make a big splash for Help & Hope Center constituents.
She’s an avid shopper at Treasures Thriftique where she fills her bags with lovingly repurposed clothes, home goods, jewelry and other fabulous finds…because she knows that 85% of every purchase goes directly to assist Douglas and Elbert County residents in need.
You’ll also find her quacking around the community, drumming up groceries for Help & Hope Center’s food pantry, and funds to support the center’s rent and utility assistance programs.
Meet Rockin’ Seniorita, the “Lucky Duck” racing for the Castle Rock Senior Activity Center (CRSAC) and all the older adults in Douglas County! Seniorita is paddling through her training with the ultimate goal of supporting and providing resources to those in our community who are “Loving Life in the Second Half”.
From delivering Meals on Wheels to homebound seniors to shuttling them around town for medical appointments (and of course, her favorite activity—shopping), she’s always on the move! But that’s not all! Seniorita keeps busy with the many classes and programs offered at the Center, like Sports, Afternoon of Games and Wellness Programming. She’s the quack of all trades when it comes to keeping seniors active, healthy and engaged. When it’s time to spread her wings, Seniorita loves taking off on all the exciting trips offered, including Casino Trips, Bucket List Trips and Mystery Getaways. She’s always ready for a new adventure, making sure all the ducks in the flock shine.
When it comes to helping older adults live their best lives, Seniorita is racing to make a splash in the lives of those right in our own community.
Quacks McParktrails, the ducky derby racer, embodies the Castle Rock community’s spirit, sponsored by the Castle Rock Parks and Trails Foundation for the Rotary Club’s annual Ducky Derby. This duck symbolizes the town’s commitment to enhancing local parks and trails, contributing to Castle Rock’s lively atmosphere. The foundation leads projects like the Fit Ground, Legacy Trail, and the inclusive Possibilities Playground, which was built in 2022, featuring accessible amenities for children of all abilities.
The Ducky Derby’s proceeds fund community projects, with Quacks’ race symbolizing Castle Rock’s collective efforts to support and uplift its residents. As Quacks competes, each stroke in the water is a stroke for community improvement, making it a beloved figure for supporters along the banks. 🦆💦
🎵 Daddy Duck, doo doo doo doo doo doo! 🎵
Coming in hot with a quack, a cause, and a whole lot of dad energy, Daddy Duck is repping the Dads of Castle Rock Community Outreach with pride and purpose!
He’s got moves like a dance floor legend and the heart of a hometown hero—rallying dads, families, and businesses to come together, support one another, and make Castle Rock stronger one flap at a time.
From community clean-ups to fundraising for families in need, Daddy Duck isn’t just here for the race—he’s here to lead with integrity, lift others up, and prove that dad power is a force to be reckoned with.
Let’s hear it for Daddy Duck—doo doo doo doo doo doo! 👨🦱🦆💙
Gridiron Gus is charging onto the scene for the Castle View Football, where football isn’t just a game—it’s a way to build champions on and off the field!
Gus trains hard with Castle View student-athletes, perfecting his speed and strategy while embodying teamwork, discipline, and heart. When he’s not preparing for the big race, you’ll find him rallying the community at tailgates, team meals, and cheering on his fellow Sabercats under the Friday night lights.
More than just a competitor, Gus is a mentor in the making—proving that with dedication, support, and a strong team behind you, anything is possible. Whether on the field or in the creek, Gridiron Gus is racing for a future where every athlete has the opportunity to succeed!