For the first time ever, the Golf to Give Outing sold out—welcoming an enthusiastic crowd of 122 golfers to Westhaven Golf Club for a day that was as impactful as it was fun. With the incredible generosity of our community, we’re thrilled to share that the event raised nearly $25,000—our most successful outing yet.
The course was buzzing with energy, laughter, and purpose as teams came together not just for friendly competition, but to support literacy programs that are helping children across our community thrive. From the first drive to the final putt, this outing proved that when we unite around a shared goal, we can make a powerful impact.
Fueling a Love of Reading—One Hole at a Time
Proceeds from the outing will benefit two impactful Oshkosh Area United Way programs:
Growing Readers, which offers personalized tutoring for 3rd–5th grade students helping build confidence and critical reading skills during a pivotal stage of their education.
The Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library, which provides free, high-quality books each month to children from birth to age five, sparking a lifelong love of reading.
Thanks to your support, more children in our community are gaining access to the tools they need to become confident, lifelong readers.
Thank You to Our Sponsors
Events like this are only possible thanks to the generous businesses and community partners who believe in our mission.
Specialty Sponsors:
- Partner Sponsor: Bank First
- 19th Hole After-Party Sponsor: Wihlm Dental
- Breakfast Sponsor: Bristol Morgan Bank
- Lunch Sponsor: The Roxy Supper Club
- Golf Cart Sponsor: Avail Switchgear Systems
- Beverage Cart Sponsors: Dublin’s Irish Pub and Revs Bowl Bar & Grill
- Hole-in One Sponsor: U.S. Bank
- Hole Sponsors: Ascension Mercy Hospital, GEMS, and Oshkosh Southwest Rotary
Corporate Foursome Sponsors:
Amcor, Ascension Mercy Hospital, Bank First, Greene’s Pour House at Westhaven, Hoffmaster, Jor-Mac, Oshkosh Corporation, PACUR, Thrivent, and U.S. Bank.
We also extend a heartfelt thank you to Bee Bella for donating locally made lip balm, custom laser-engraved with our logo; to Dublin’s Irish Pub for contributing drink tokens to every golfer’s Ready-to-Roll bag; and to Greene’s Pour House at Westhaven for generously donating beverages to our Corporate Foursome Sponsors.
A Shoutout to Our Volunteers
From setup to final prizes, our volunteers brought this event to life:
- The Monday Ladies helped assemble the Ready-to Roll golfer bags.
- OAUW board members and community members secured raffle and silent auction items.
- Wendy M. prepped for the event and ran the popular Dart Poker game.
- Kaitlin helped with the event prep and, alongside Matt B., assisted with set up and various needs throughout the day.
- Greater Oshkosh Economic Development Corporation (GO EDC) and Al H. managed a smooth check-in process.
- Kelly C. and Trevor B. sold raffle and 50/50 tickets and manned the Putt for Prizes game.
- Cal J., our Beat the Pro golfer, for giving participants a fun challenge they won’t forget.
- S. Bank volunteers hosted four hole-in-one challenges and assisted with on-course 50/50 sales.
- Ascension Mercy Hospital added extra fun with their sponsored hole game and giveaways.
- And the Westhaven Golf Club staff ensured a fantastic course set up and experience for all.
More Than Just a Round of Golf
This event was about more than birdies and bucket raffles—it was about coming together to create opportunity. Every donation, every hole played, and every volunteer hour helps build a strong, more literate future for children across the Oshkosh area.
This year’s outing also offered a sneak peek at our brand-new 2025 Volkswagen Jetta sweepstakes car, generously provided by Bergstrom Automotive. Positioned near the clubhouse, it gave attendees an early look at the exciting prize that will be featured in our upcoming car sweepstakes. Stay tuned for details on how you can enter to win—while helping support local programs that change lives.
To everyone who golfed, volunteered, donated, or sponsored—thank you for helping us drive change in our community.
United is the Way to turn today’s readers into tomorrow’s leaders.
Looking Ahead
After this year’s record-breaking success, we’re already looking forward to the next Golf to Give Outing. Stay tuned for details—and be ready to reserve your spot early. You won’t want to miss it!
In the meantime, mark your calendar for our next big fundraising event: the 22nd Annual Race for the Light on Saturday, December 6. Watch for more information on how to register and join us for this festive, family-friendly tradition that helps light the way for local programs.