Talmadge Morrison, the namesake of the organization, founded the Dallas Marathon, previously known as the White Rock Marathon, and the Dallas Running Club, previously known as the Cross Country Club of Dallas. He is a veteran of World War II whose contributions to our country and the Dallas area running community set a high standard for all. The Tal Morrison Scholarship Fund, Inc. continues to follow Mr. Morrison's high standards in supporting the education goals of Dallas high school students. Contributions to the TMSF are fully tax deductible and almost 100% of the funds received are disbursed in the form of scholarships.