Support a Great Cause at Downtown Duluth's Annual Chipping Fore Change Golf Event at Ridgeview Country Club
- 96 people have moved off the street and into stable housing
- 82 People have agreed to accept treatment
- Downtown businesses call upon our services daily
Downtown Duluth's 7th Annual Chipping Fore Change
Presented by Kolar Chevrolet Buick GMC Cadillac - Duluth
Monday, September 21st, 2026
Noon Shot Gun Start - Rain or Shine!
Proceeds from the 7th Annual Chipping Fore Change will go to support
Downtown Duluth’s Outreach Program
The Downtown Outreach Program makes a difference in our downtown.
Since he started in November of 2022, Nathan has accumulated some significant statistics: 23,288 self-initiated contacts with unhoused individuals, 4,690 self-initiated business contacts, 96 people have moved off the street and into stable housing, 82 people have agreed to accept treatment. Downtown businesses call on these services daily.
Make a donation directly to Downtown Duluth's Street Outreach Program today!
Golfer Information:
Hole Sponsors
Includes:
• Tent, table, and chairs near the green (provided by you)
• Banner (provided by you)
• Company logo displayed in the Downtown Duluth Golf Promo emails
• Logo displayed on the banner at check-in
• Logo placement on Downtown Duluth's website
• Two (2) post-round dinner tickets
• Opportunity to put items in swag bags
Team of Golfers
Includes:
• Team of four (4) golfers
• Two (2) carts
• Four (4) post-round dinner tickets
THANK YOU TO THE 2026 SPONSORS SO FAR!
Presenting Sponsor & Hole in One Sponsor
Technology & Leaderboard Sponsor
Dinner Sponsor
Lunch Sponsor
Golf Cart Sponsor
Putting Green Sponsor
Survivor Ball Sponsor
Available
KNOW BEFORE YOU GO:
- Attendees Expected: 100
- Hole Sponsor Check-in: Ridgeview Golf Club Main Entrance
- Schedule of Events:
- Set Up/Arrival Time: 10:30-11:00 am
- Team Check-in Begins: 11:00 am
- Grill Opens with Lunch Available for Purchase: 11:30 am
- Scramble Start Time: Noon
- Scramble End Time: 4:30-5:00 pm
- Awards and Dinner Program: 5:30 pm
- What to Bring:
- Tent, table, chairs, and your branded tablecloth/banner
- 110 Promo Items for Swag Bags
- 110 Promo Items or Snacks/Beverages for your table - Additional suggested promo items for your table include:
- Business promo items (golf-themed not required but is a plus!)
- Snacks, candy, or beverages; alcohol must be purchased at Ridgeview Country Club
Hole Sponsors
Outreach Tee Box Sponsors
Includes:
- Yard sign with your logo, announcing your support of the Downtown Duluth Outreach Program
Downtown Duluth’s Outreach Program serves both the unsheltered community and the business community. The position was funded by ARPA grant dollars and those will be expiring later this year. We are tirelessly seeking additional funding opportunities to retain this important position.
Many of you know our Outreach Specialist, Nathan Kesti. Since he started in November of 2022, Nathan has accumulated some significant statistics:
- 23,288 self-initiated contacts with unhoused individuals
- 4,690 self-initiated business contacts
- 96 people have moved off the street and into stable housing
- 82 people have agreed to accept treatment
- Downtown businesses call upon our services daily
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Due to its overwhelming need and success, we are looking to continue the program, but need your help. Many businesses have approached us, asking how they can help, so we are offering this opportunity to support our golf event or provide a direct donation.
Together, we can continue to make a difference in our downtown.
Not golfing, but still want to support? Help us fund life-changing outreach efforts. View instructions on how to make a direct donation above.
2026 Businesses Participating in Teams Include:
Shiprock Management
Essentia Health
ICS
Duluth Entertainment and Convention Center
Duluth News Tribune
Duluth Accounting and Tax Services
Licari Larson & Co.
North Shore Bank
Expanding Horizons
Jamar Company
Canal Park Lodge
Pope Design Group
MediaUSA
ImOn Communications
A&L Properties
Silent Auction Items Include:
South Pier Inn
Dubh Linn Brew Pub
Vitta Pizza
Great Lakes Aquarium
Ridgeview Golf Course
And more!
Interested in donating a silent auction item? Email Melissa at: MLaTour@DowntownDuluth.com
