At the CDGA, we create opportunities for everyone to experience the benefits of golf – on and off the course. It is part of our primary mission to give back in order to grow the game and create accessibility for all golfers. The following CDGA Foundation events are available this year to raise support for CDGA Outreach programs:
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Monday, August 26 | Chicago Highlands Club Benefiting Therapeutic Programs
Proceeds from this annual fundraiser – hosted in partnership with the Sullivan Family – support CDGA Adaptive Golf Programs for individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder and other physical, intellectual, sensory and cognitive disabilities.
Monday, July 22 | Ivanhoe Club Benefiting Veterans Programs
All proceeds benefit CDGA Sunshine Programs for Veterans, including therapeutic golf clinics, educational scholarships and the new CDGA VGA (Veteran Golfers Association) Two-Person Veterans Cup Series. Taking place each year at a renowned private golf facility in the Chicago District, the event features a memorable day with fun and challenging on-course contests and team competitions.
Concluding on Father's Day and the final day of the U.S. Open, this year's CDGA Foundation Online Auction raised more than $88,000 for CDGA Sunshine Programs. Items included stay-and-play packages at luxury golf resorts, foursomes at prestigious private courses, sports memorabilia and much more. Thanks to all who placed bids!
Saturday, May 18 | Zigfield Troy Golf Benefiting Youth on Course
The newly-imagined Better Through Birdies Par-3 Challenge was held at Zigfield Troy Golf in Woodridge, with 25 golfers competing in a two-person modified scramble format to try and make as many birdies as possible. The fundraiser, which served as the first of the new Better Through Birdies 2024 Series, raised more than $109,000 (182 total birdies).
