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USGA Grant Recipients - Great Plains
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Programs
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| ALEGENT HEALTH IMMANUEL REHABILITATION CENTER — Omaha, NE |
| 2006: $12,750 |
| This grant is for the purchase of three single-rider golf cars, course and range access, equipment, and teaching aids. The Back 2 Swing program currently serves 125 individuals with disabilities and is held three times a month at three different golf courses over a six month period. Back 2 Swing has established relationships with four courses who have all agreed to host programming at no cost and store and maintain the single rider golf cars throughout the year. |
| 2007: $20,000 |
| This grant supports the Back to Swing Program for individuals with disabilities. Approximately 180 individuals will take part in the program in 2008. The program provides an atmosphere in which participants can regain the confidence to enjoy the sport of golf as well as develop friendships with others that have experienced similar challenges. |
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| CHICAGO DISTRICT GOLF FOUNDATION — Lemont, IL |
| 2001: $15,000 |
| To support the expansion of 10 new "Sunshine Through Golf" camps which are made possible through partnerships between area Special Recreation Associations and Chicago District Golf Association member clubs and courses. Participants are offered specialized instruction to help prepare them for state and regional Special Olympics competitions. |
| 2002: $10,000 |
| This grant supports instruction and golf course access for the "Sunshine Through Golf" program for individuals with disabilities. This program reaches 400 individuals with a variety of disabilities through 30 clinics. Participants receive golf course access at CDGA member courses and the three-hole short course at the Midwest Golf House complex. |
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| CITY OF CEDAR RAPIDS — Cedar Rapids, IA |
| 2001: $14,750 |
| To help purchase four single-rider golf carts for use by individuals with disabilities at each of the city courses. Also, to offset the cost of junior golf passes for 50 economically disadvantaged youths. |
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| COURAGECENTER — Duluth, MN |
| 2006: $2,805 |
| This grant funds two single-rider golf cars for a program that reaches 60 individuals with disabilities. The organization will offer two two-day golf clinics in Hibbing and Two Harbors Minnesota, as well as two 6-week programs in Superior, Wisconsin. |
| 2008: $4,250 |
| This grant will support the purchase of a single-rider golf car for participants in the Courage St. Croix golf program. This program serves 20 individuals with disabilities annually and provides a program for both children and adults. Additionally, it recruits several volunteers to assist one-on-one with participants on the golf course. |
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| DAMAR SERVICES INC. — Indianapolis, IL |
| 2007: $10,500 |
| This three-year grant will support spring and summer golf programming for 30 juniors with developmental disabilities. The program will also feature a mentor program which pairs each junior golfer with an adult volunteer for a round of golf at each meeting. |
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| EAGLE MOUNT BILLINGS — Billings, MT |
| 1998: $15,750 |
| To assist with the costs of instruction, equipment and transportation for the Eagle Golf program, reaching 61 individuals with varying disabilities and providing them with opportunities to learn and play the game of golf. |
| 1999: $13,900 |
| To fund access at three courses, equipment and two motorized carts for the disabled. This program operates from May through September. |
| 2000: $15,000 |
| This grant is in support of purchasing additional golf carts and other equipment associated with this disabled golf program which operates May through September. Lessons, course play and tournaments are offered at three regulation courses. Eagle Mount Billings is exploring ways of expanding the program to more disabled youth. |
| 2001: $10,000 |
| This grant supports expenses incurred throughout this golf program for individuals with disabilities. The program operates May through September and offers four six-week golf classes at three regulation golf courses. The participants meet once a week for one hour and focus on all aspects of the game. At the end of the program, all participants are given the opportunity to play in a 9-hole integrated golf tournament. |
| 2002: $10,000 |
| This grant supports access, instruction and transportation for the Eagle Golf Program for 69 individuals with disabilities. Each participant receives tailored instruction to match his/her needs through the six-week program. Participants are encouraged to improve their golf skills so they can play independently. |
| 2007: $5,120 |
| This grant supports the purchase of new adaptive equipment for the Eagle Mount Billings golf program. Approximately 44 individuals with disabilities will be reached, and will use the equipment free of charge during programming and for outside course access. |
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| GREAT LAKES ADAPTIVE SPORTS — Lake Forest, IL |
| 2008: $1,700 |
| This challenge grant transportation expesnes for approximately 16 individuals with physical or visual impairments to use both during and outside of programming. |
| 2008: $6,195 |
| This grant supports the purchase of two single-rider golf cars for approximately 16 individuals with physical or visual impairments to use both during and outside of programming. The vast majority of individuals who will utilize the adaptive cars are relative beginners to the game of golf. |
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| HOGAN'S JUNIOR GOLF HEROES FOUNDATION — Omaha, NE |
| 2003: $47,000 |
| This partial matching grant supports the implementation of a golf program for individuals with disabilities at Miller Park Golf Course. The 150 projected participants, recruited through the Omaha Children's Respite Care Center and the Opportunity Industrialization Center adult daycare program, will receive small group instruction that adapts to their respective disabilities and emphasizes a self-esteem and confidence-building life skills curriculum. USGA funds will be used for instruction, transportation, and single-rider golf carts. |
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| I AM THIRD FOUNDATION — Billings, MT |
| 1997: $6,600 |
| Lessons and play for individuals with disabilities. |
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| LINK ASSOCIATES — Des Moines, IA |
| 2006: $1,400 |
| This grant supports the Leisure Times Golf program, a 10-week experience for individuals with disabilities designed to foster an independent and healthy lifestyle among its participants. Programming will be held at Willow Creek Golf Course; participants can access this course at a cost of $1 per round when accompanied by an adult and during off-peak hours. USGA funds will be used to support instruction, course access, golf clubs and bags, and transportation. |
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| LINKS ASSOCIATES — Des Moines, IA |
| 2007: $1,461 |
| This grant supports the Leisure Times Golf program, a 10-week experience for individuals with disabilities designed to foster an independent and healthy lifestyle among its participants. Programming will be held at Willow Creek Golf Course; participants can access this course at a cost of $1 per round when accompanied by a player who is paying full price, which is $14. USGA funds will be used to support instruction, course access, golf clubs and bags, and transportation. |
| 2008: $1,075 |
| This grant supports the thirteenth year of operation for the Leisure Times Golf Program for adults with mental disabilities. The program offers an opportunity for 12 participants to receive instruction and experience the game of golf on the driving range and course. USGA funds will support instruction, course access, and transportation. |
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| MARIANJOY REHABILITATION HOSPITAL — Wheaton, IL |
| 2007: $20,000 |
| This matching grant supports the expansion of the Therapeutic Golf Program to run adaptive clinics throughout the year for both children and adults with disabilities. Approximately 90 participants will take part in the program throughout the year; nearly all of the participants were former patients at the hospital. |
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| MARIANJOY REHABILITATION HOSPITAL & CLINICS — Wheaton, IL |
| 1997: $8,500 |
| This grant is in support of instruction, clubs and clinics for the participants of the Marianjoy's Disabled Golf program. The program operates April through October and offers six golf clinics for disabled individuals. Also, this year, they plan to hold three clinics for disabled youth. Throughout the program, two golf outings and one tournament will be offered. |
| 1999: $30,000 |
| In support of the Therapeutic Golf Program. In 2001, there will be 15 adult clinics, 4 youth clinics, 4 course play events, 4 outings and an annual tournament. It is anticipated that 500 individuals with disabilities will be participating in the program in total. |
| 2000: $10,000 |
| Educational clinics for individuals involved with therapeutic golf programs, and for disabled teaching clinics for golf professionals. |
| 2001: $30,000 |
| This grant supports instruction and access for Marianjoy's therapeutic golf program, which aims to reach 400 individuals with physical disabilities in the coming year. Participants learn golf through a series of clinics, golf outings, and tournaments. In addition, youth with disabilities are offered instruction through clinics and a summer camp. |
| 2004: $20,000 |
| This grant supports the Marianjoy Therapeutic Golf Program, which reaches approximately 300 individuals with disabilities of all ages through a variety of outings, clinics, and camps. USGA funds will be used to provide professional instruction and driving range access for the summer camps and clinics. |
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| MARYVILLE ACADEMY — Des Plaines, IL |
| 2007: $83,000 |
| This two-year matching grant supports a program that teaches youth many different aspects of the game, including club-making, caddying, and playing. One hundred percent of participants in the program come from households with an annual income of less than $25,000. |
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| MILWAUKEE PUBLIC SCHOOLS — Milwaukee, WI |
| 2008: $5,225 |
| This grant supports an Adaptive Golf Program that will reach individuals with physical, visual, and/or hearing impairments. All of the participants in the program come from an annual household income of $25,000 or less and will have the opportunity to play golf outside of programming free of charge. |
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| MINNESOTA SPECIAL OLYMPICS — Minneapolis, MN |
| 1999: $7,500 |
| This grant funds MSO's initial year of golf programming. During the year, MSO conducts three statewide training clinics and hosts the first state-level golf invitational for Special Olympics athletes. The program plans to have 150 registered golfers. |
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| NORTHEAST DU PAGE SPECIAL RECREATION ASSOCIATION — Addison, IL |
| 2002: $18,500 |
| To support the development of a new program for individuals with physical disabilities and expansion of a program for individuals with developmental disabilities. Additionally, the grant will assist NEDSRA in purchasing three single rider carts to be placed at area courses. |
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| NORTHERN ILLINOIS SPECIAL RECREATION ASSOCIATION — Crystal Lake, IL |
| 2002: $6,500 |
| This grant supports four golf programs that combined will reach over 100 youths and adults with disabilities. Funds will be used toward indoor equipment for the Leisure Education Golf Program, and PGA instruction for the Special Olympics Team . A matching portion of the grant will be used toward the purchase of two singe-rider golf carts for the Instructional Program and the Adapted Golf Program. Funds will also be used to purchase golf clubs for all four programs. |
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| NURTURING INDIVIDUALS NEEDING ASSISTANCE — Calumet City, IL |
| 2006: $4,800 |
| This matching grant supports a new program in collaboration with The First Tee of Hammond for 60 individuals with disabilities. Specifically, USGA grant funds will assist with program fees, clubs and bags, and transportation. |
| 2007: $2,000 |
| This grant supports a new program in collaboration with The First Tee of Hammond for 60 individuals with disabilities. |
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| PHYSICALLY LIMITED GOLFERS ASSOCIATION — Maple Plain, MN |
| 2002: $5,000 |
| This grant supports the Physically Limited Golfers Association, whose mission is to promote golf and conduct events for people with physical limitations and give more of these people the chance to play golf regardless of their skill level. |
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| REHABILITATION INSTITUTE OF CHICAGO — Chicago, IL |
| 1999: $18,000 |
| This grant assists with various equipment needs and course access for the Institute's Adapted Golf Program. The program will be able to purchase accessible golf carts, new clubs and 96 rounds of golf for individuals with disabilities who participate in the program's adaptive league. |
| 2001: $27,000 |
| To support the development of a new junior initiative and expansion of the existing adapted golf program at the nation's leading rehabilitation hospital. All participants have access to three single rider carts, purchased in part with USGA dollars. |
| 2003: $8,250 |
| This partial matching grant supports the RIC Golf Program, which provides opportunities for individuals with disabilities in the Chicago-area to enjoy the game of golf. Participants in the program have a variety of disabilities including amputee, cerebral palsy, head injury, spinal cord injury, spina bifida, stroke, and vision impairment. Programming is held at the Diversey Driving Range in Chicago's Lincoln Park, and typically 25-35 participants attend the evening sessions. USGA funds are to be used to provide adaptive equipment, access, and instruction to participants in the RIC Golf Program. |
| 2006: $11,066 |
| This matching grant supports the RIC Golf Program, which provides opportunities for individuals with disabilities in the Chicago-area to enjoy the game of golf. Participants in the program have a variety of disabilities including amputations, cerebral palsy, head injury, spinal cord injury, spina bifida, stroke, and vision impairment. Programming is held at the Diversey Driving Range in Chicago's Lincoln Park, and typically 25-35 participants attend the evening sessions. USGA funds are to be used to purchase two SoloRider golf cars and a cargo trailer, and provide adaptive equipment, access, and instruction to participants in the RIC Golf Program. |
| 2007: $4,000 |
| This grant supports the growth of the Virginia Wadsworth Wirtz Adaptive Golf Program, particularly the Caring for Kids Program. Approximately 65 participants will have the opportunity to practice at a driving range downtown and play golf during more than half of the meetings. USGA funds will support PGA/LPGA instruction, golf course access, adaptive golf clubs, golf bags, and fuel. |
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| REVELATION GOLF — Elk Grove Village, IL |
| 2006: $9,340 |
| This grant supports the first year of operation for Revelation Golf, with specific attention to the At-Risk Girls Program and the Therapeutic Golf Clinics. The organization, established in late 2005, will serve approximately 15 underprivileged girls and over 50 individuals with disabilities from the Chicago metro area, northwest Indiana, and southeast Wisconsin. Specifically, USGA funds will be used to support instruction and course access. |
| 2007: $35,000 |
| This matching grant supports the expansion of clinics throughout the suburban-Chicago area for individuals with disabilities. Participants will include economically disadvantaged girls, children with cancer or a physical disability, and adults with cancer or a physical disability. Approximately 300 participants will take part in at least one clinic throughout the year. USGA funds will be used for instruction, course and range access, golf clubs and bags, and a single-rider golf car. |
| 2008: $2,500 |
| This grant supports instruction at two new Veterans clinics at Jessie Brown VA Hospital and the Great Lakes Naval Base. |
| 2008: $45,000 |
| This matching grant supports a unique organization that reaches at-risk girls, children and adults with cancer and physical disabilities, and veterans. The organization will increase its participant reach by 150 individuals in 2008. USGA funds will support instruction, course and range access, golf clubs and bags, adaptive equipment, and transportation. |
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| ROCHESTER AREA DISABLED ATHLETICS & RECREATION — Rochester, MN |
| 2003: $2,000 |
| This grant funds the purchase of adaptable golf clubs for individuals with disabilities. The RADAR program has been offering golf clinics since 1988 with a goal of promoting independence within participants. |
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| ROCKFORD PARK DISTRICT — Rockford, IL |
| 2005: $12,959 |
| his grant supports the expansion of the Rockford Park District to include the Learning Links Adaptive Golf Program for local residents. Approximately 24 individuals with disabilities will participate in the program once a week for sixteen total weeks throughout the spring and summer months. The Rockford Park District offers a four-hole learning course as a place for the program to meet. Participants may also use the adaptive golf cars on all five of the park district golf courses throughout the year for continued access opportunities. Specifically, USGA funds will support the purchase of adaptive golf clubs and golf cars to enable more participants to take part in the program. |
| 2006: $1,200 |
| This grant supports the Rockford Park District golf opportunities to include the Learning Links Adaptive Golf Program for local residents. |
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| ROUND LAKE AREA PARK DISTRICT — Round Lake, IL |
| 2005: $3,170 |
| This grant supports the implementation of the Special Olympics Golf Program. The program plans to reach 15 individuals with disabilities through an 18-week summer program. The program will be designed to provide the athletes with the basic golf skills and knowledge to be able to actively participate and enjoy the game. USGA funds will be used for equipment and instruction. |
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| SISTER KENNY INSTITUTE — Minneapolis, MN |
| 1997: $6,000 |
| General operating support for golf league and tournament for people with physical disabilities. |
| 2001: $4,850 |
| This grant supports three outreach clinics, which will create more interest in golf for individuals with disabilities in Duluth, Rochester, and Elk River, Minnesota. |
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| SUNSHINE THROUGH GOLF FOUNDATION — Lemont, IL |
| 2008: $17,640 |
| This matching grant supports the expansion of the Sunshine Though Golf Foundation to include a Sunshine Series and Tournament Series. Approximately 150 individuals with disabilities who are more advanced golfers will have the opportunity to compete against fellow participants in the two new programs. By improving participants' skills, the program hopes to increase the number of athletes qualifying for the State Special Olympics tournament. |
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