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Committed to serving as a capital fundraising partner to School District #206.

Our History

The Alexandria Cardinal Athletic Foundation was established in 1994 as a 501(c)(3) by Cap Paciotti and a group of forward-thinking business and community leaders.  We are an organization committed to serving as a capital fundraising partner to School District #206 so today's student athletes can be equipped to serve as tomorrow's community leaders.

Since our inception, the Cardinal Athletic Foundation has provided nearly $250,000 to support a variety of Cardinal sports and sports-related needs. Through capital campaigns, support from the community, and the Cap Paciotti Memorial Golf Tournament, we continue to raise needed funds for programs that help our student athletes.

And through programs like the Tom Lehman Scholarship, we share these funds with those who need it.

The Cardinal Athletic Foundation has provided

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to support a variety of sports-related needs.

Our Mission

To partner with Alexandria Public Schools and the community to positively enhance and support the student-athlete experience

The Alexandria Cardinal Athletic Foundation exists to positively impact the lives of student athletes by supporting, promoting, and enhancing the athletic programs, facilities, and equipment of Alexandria Public Schools. Athletic participation complements the education and development of the whole person and the Cardinal Athletic Foundation is committed to serving as a capital fundraising partner, so that today's student athletes can be equipped to serve as tomorrow's community leaders.

The Cardinal Athletic Foundation values its strategic relationship with Alexandria Public Schools, its alumni, and the surrounding community. By partnering together, we strive to provide the resources necessary to allow the comprehensive school sports programs of APS to excel and become a model for other communities to follow.

Excellence  |  Stewardship  |  Tradition  |  Opportunity  |  Integrity  |  Pride

Our Values:
Excellence
Stewardship
Tradition
Opportunity
Integrity
Pride

Our Vision: Enriching the Experience of Cardinal Athletics

Hall of Fame

A legacy of excellence in Cardinal Athletics, the Hall of Fame recognizes individuals who have significantly contributed to Alexandria’s athletic programs as athletes, coaches, administrators, or dedicated supporters.

John Schmidt

John Schmidt

2026 Class

Board Members

sam steidl CAF board member

Sam Steidl

President

Andrea Tripp

Vice President
ben kvidt CAF board member

Ben Kvidt

AAHS Athletic Director
Matthew Fischer

Matthew Fischer

Treasurer
eddie reif CAF board member

Eddie Reif

Secretary

Luke Johnson

Board Member
sarah geris CAF board member

Sarah Geris

Board Member
josh meyers CAF board member

Josh Meyers

Board Member
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John Hoven

Past President

Support our athletes

Donate to the Cardinal Athletic Foundation and help us continue to fund and enhance the Alexandria athletic programs.