The Foundation is continually working to expand our mission of bringing the sport of golf into the lives of children. Our goals cannot be met without the dedication and support of champions in the community; those that take on the role of a “Site Coordinator” and bring golf to their organization.
Through participation in the Foundation, Site Coordinators, the organizations they represent, or program volunteers may be eligible for awards and recognition. The Foundation is excited to recognize the following individuals and program sites for their contributions in 2011.
On October 1, business professionals gathered at Rich Harvest Farms in Sugar Grove, Illinois to spend the day with a junior golfer and created positive memories surrounding their careers and passions.
Following the success of last year’s Other Side Of The Green, the Kids Golf Foundation offered up the event for its male program participants for another round this year!
The Kids Golf Foundation was at the festival for its tenth year to introduce the game of golf to the many children who visited. Each youngster that came to the Foundation’s SNAG (Starting New At Golf) Interactive Zone was able to put their golf skills to the test.
“It was a very rewarding experience for me to be a part of Thinking Outside The Tee Box. My partner and I talked about many things, mainly preparation and balance – together, we recognized that there is always time for others, but what’s most important is making time for yourself.”
Adrienne Coleman
Business Professional
“At the Foundation’s Training Session, I was most excited to learn about the funding and grants that are available for the program. People often don’t get involved in these kinds of activities because of the cost – but this is really an accessible opportunity.”
Micheryl Ames
Site Coordinator
A Special Place 2 Stay
“Other Side of the Green is for the kids to talk with someone in the field so they can get a basic understanding of what it is they want to do and what it is they have to look forward to as well as how to further their education.”
Cecil Smith
Business Professional
Other Side Of The Green
“After attending the Foundation’s Training Session, I have a more complete and better understanding of the program. Attending has also given me more ideas on how to get our community involved whether it be our Park District and MacMurray College. I think they will both be able to help us implement our golf programs.”
Karen McClure
Site Coordinator
Virginia Community School District
“As married adults, we don’t often have the opportunity to continue playing organized ‘team’ sports. So we look at golf as a team sport, within our marriage, which requires us to regularly stay aware of our behavior, be considerate of each other and supportive of each other’s game!”
Matt & Christine Aquino
Volunteer
“Golf has opened the door for so many new experiences for me, several of which were offered through the Kids Golf Foundation. I started volunteering with the Foundation four years ago and have been able to see the joy young golfers have by participating in events like Thinking Outside The Tee Box.”
Liz Healy
University of St. Francis Student-Athlete
“The program is more than kids learning the basic fundamentals of golf. The guest speakers that participate in the program provide a very positive message about making the right choices now and later in life.”
Michael Day
Site Coordinator
Carbondale Park District
FCA JUNIOR GOLF CAMP SCHOLARSHIP HAS BEEN CHANGING KIDS’ LIVES SINCE 2000!
“Thank you so much for the scholarship to attend the FCA Junior Golf Camp. I had a ton of fun and made a lot of new friends that I am still in touch with. I am hoping to participate in more upcoming events through the Kids Golf Foundation, and am glad I have participated in others because of you. I learned a lot and am very grateful.”
MacKenzie Fabrizius
2010 Camp Participant
Urban Youth Ministries/ Wayside Cross