ChildSafe’s 2025 Annual Golf Tournament Recap
Event Overview
The 2025 edition of ChildSafe’s Annual Golf Tournament brought together families, volunteers, sponsors, and community partners for a day of competitive golf, kid-safe education booths, and generous philanthropy. This year’s event marked the 12th annual edition, expanding outreach to more communities and increasing fundraising momentum to support ChildSafe’s child safety education programs, prevention initiatives, and family support services.
Dates, venue, and attendance
- Date: Saturday, May 3, 2025
- Venue: Kingsport Hills Golf Club, Hillside Resort
- Participants: 420 players (amateur and corporate teams)
- Volunteers: 120 volunteer ambassadors on site
- Funds raised: Over $210,000 for ChildSafe’s education programs
Purpose and impact
- Raise essential funds for child safety workshops, school outreach, and community policing collaborations
- Provide families with a family-friendly, safe, and fun event that emphasizes healthy activity and education
- Showcase partnerships with sponsors who share a commitment to youth safety and well-being
Highlights and Winners
the day featured spirited competition, generous fundraising challenges, and a parade of moments that showcased teamwork and sportsmanship. Here are some of the standout achievements and recognition from the event:
- Low-scorer: Michael Chen (68) — narrowly surpassing a crowded leaderboard with disciplined approach play.
- Top fundraising team: Team Hope raised $42,000, driven by a wave of donor matches and student volunteers who hosted mini-golf challenges around the course.
- Longest drive: Sophia Ramirez, 14, demonstrating power and precision on the back nine.
- Closest to the pin: David Kim, celebrated for consistent accuracy on the 6th and 12th holes.
- Best team spirit: The Kids’ Safety Squad, a group of volunteers from local youth leagues, who organized pep rallies and on-course safety tips for participants.
In addition to competitive play, many participants used the possibility to learn practical safety tips for families, including child-seatbelt reminders, safe cycling practices, and digital safety habits. The combination of competition and education created lasting value beyond the final scorecard.
Sponsor Spotlight
We are deeply grateful to every sponsor who made a difference in 2025. Their generosity supported safety education, youth programs, and community outreach that extend well beyond the golf course.
- Gold Sponsor: Suncrest Bank — sponsored the charity auction and funded safety gear for volunteers.
- Supporting Sponsor: GreenWave Technologies — funded our on-course safety scanning and contactless check-in systems.
- community Partners: BlueNeedle Roofing, Mainsail Media, and Horizon Realty — delivered in-kind services and event branding that elevated the experience.
- In-kind Partners: Local golf shops and coaching academies provided equipment demos, clinics, and youth clinics throughout the day.
Sponsored booths offered hands-on demonstrations for families, including helmet wear checks, bike safety checks, and cyber safety tips. The sponsor presence reinforced a collaborative approach to child safety that resonates with participants across generations.
| Sponsor | Support Type | Impact (est.) |
|---|---|---|
| Suncrest Bank | Fundraising match & auction | $60,000 |
| GreenWave Technologies | Tech for check-in & safety kiosks | Improved throughput by 35% |
| BlueNeedle Roofing | In-kind venue services | Cost savings: $18,500 |
Activities, Education & Community Impact
Beyond the fairway, the 2025 event integrated a robust lineup of kid-focused education and family-friendly activities designed to reinforce child safety in everyday life.
- On-course safety demonstrations led by trained volunteers and local law enforcement partners.
- Youth safety clinics covering bike helmet fitting, pedestrian awareness, and digital parent-child conversations about online safety.
- Interactive booths with fast safety quizzes that rewarded participants with small prizes to encourage repeat visits.
- Healthy, kid-friendly catering options and a designated “quiet zone” for families with younger children.
The immediate impact included increased awareness of safety practices and a measurable uptick in sign-ups for ChildSafe’s upcoming workshops. local schools reported elevated interest in safety curriculums aligned with what participants learned at the event.
Firsthand Experiences and Testimonials
“Our family has attended every year since 2018. The 2025 golf tournament not only felt more organized but also more focused on practical takeaway lessons for kids. The safety clinics were top-notch, and the energy from volunteers was contagious.” — Haley M., mother of two
“As a frist-time sponsor, we were impressed by the openness and the direct link between fundraising and program outcomes. It’s rare to see an event that combines fun with real-world safety education for families.” — Marcus L.,sponsor liaison
Thes firsthand experiences underscore how ChildSafe’s golf tournament acts as a catalyst for community engagement,donor confidence,and tangible safety outcomes for children and families alike.
Benefits and Practical Tips for Future Events
Hosting a charity golf tournament at scale requires careful planning, community engagement, and a clear value proposition for participants and sponsors. The 2025 recap reveals several recurring benefits and practical tips that venues and organizers can apply to 2026 and beyond.
- Clear mission interaction: Opening remarks, signage, and sponsor messaging should consistently tie back to youth safety outcomes.
- Integrated education: Pair golf activities with safety workshops and family-oriented learning stations to maximize impact.
- Volunteer leadership: Create a volunteer captain model to streamline on-course operations, safety checks, and guest services.
- data-driven planning: Track participation,funds raised,and safety outreach metrics to demonstrate ROI to sponsors.
- Father/mather-friendly scheduling: Offer morning and afternoon tee times to accommodate busy families and work schedules.
- Digital safety tools: Use contactless check-in, digital scorecards, and QR codes for quick access to resources.
For organizers planning 2026, establishing a pre-event alignment session with sponsors, vendors, and program partners can help ensure that the event’s safety education components are scalable and enduring.
Data, Metrics & Case Studies
The following quick metrics illustrate the impact of the 2025 tournament and offer a baseline for future improvements. All figures are rounded estimates based on event data and sponsor reports.
| Metric | 2025 Recap | 2024 Benchmark | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Participants | 420 players | 385 players | includes amateur teams and corporate teams |
| funds Raised | $210,000 | $170,000 | Increased donor matches and higher ticket sales |
| Volunteer Hours | 1,740 hours | 1,420 hours | New volunteer captain program boosted efficiency |
| on-site Safety Demos | 12 booths | 9 booths | Expanded partner participation |
| Digital Engagement | 7,400 on-site interactions | 5,900 | QR code resources and mobile app check-ins |
Case study: the Community Safety Booths. A shared space where children and parents could practise bike helmet fitting and weather-appropriate safety gear checks led to measurable outcomes: a 22% increase in helmet usage among local kids within two weeks of the event and a notable rise in sign-ups for the upcoming ChildSafe youth safety curriculum in partner schools.
Get Involved: Sponsorships, Volunteers & Registration for 2026
ChildSafe invites organizations, families, and volunteers to participate in the next tournament. Your involvement helps amplify safety education, fund crucial programs, and strengthen community resilience for children and families.
Gold,Silver,and Community levels with on-site branding and digital promotions. - Volunteer roles: On-course safety marshals, registration desk, youth activity coordinators, and post-event thank-you communications.
- Participant registration: Team and individual slots open,with options for beginner clinics and family bundles.
to learn more,contact the event committee or visit the event page on our website. Early-bird registration and sponsor slots typically fill quickly, so consider planning ahead to secure preferred packages.
| Stage | Deadline | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Early Bird Registration | Jan 15 | Discounted entry and extra raffle tickets |
| Sponsorship Confirmation | Mar 1 | Logo and link placements guaranteed |
| Volunteer Sign-up | Apr 1 | Role assignments and training materials |
FAQ: About ChildSafe’s Golf Tournament Recap
Q: How does the tournament support child safety?
A: Proceeds fund ChildSafe’s education programs, safety workshops, and community outreach. The event also serves as a platform to share practical safety resources with families.
Q: Are children welcome to participate?
A: Yes. The event is family-friendly and includes kid-focused activities, safety demonstrations, and junior clinics to encourage family engagement in safety education.
