<div>The Birdie Bonanza is a one-day fundraising event to support the PGA REACH Nebraska Foundation and other charitable organizations to impact lives through the game of golf. Nebraska Section PGA Professionals will play (54) holes of golf in one day to make as many birdies as possible! Through each professional’s network, solicited donors make a financial pledge per birdie to “support their pro!” and help raise funds to benefit the non-profit 501c(3) organizations. Every pledge, every flat donation, and financial support of any NEPGA Professional in the field truly impacts lives - Please consider helping us today!</div>
<h3 class="text-secondary">Our Impact in 2024</h3>
<div>- Over 2,200 kids participated in PGA Jr League - over 800 kids received financial scholarships to join local teams.</div>
<div>- 42,000+ kids participated in the Golf N Schools program across the Nebraska Section PGA</div>
<div>- 212 Veterans graduated the free 6-week PGA HOPE program</div>
<div>- Since 2018, 45% of those who went through the PGA HOPE program have stayed engaged through post-program events.</div>
<div>- Governor Pillen announced PGA HOPE Day in Nebraska - December 16th, 2024</div>
<div>- 50 sets of brand-new clubs and pushcarts were given to 10 high school girls golf teams in Nebraska through the Clubs FORE Youth program.</div>
<div>-3 female students received the Tasha Keiter Scholarship to assist in furthering their education.</div>
<div><strong>NEW for 2025!</strong> Omaha Fire Department and Lincoln Fire &amp; Rescue's Roles</div>
<div>The Omaha Fire Department and the Lincoln Fire &amp; Rescue Department will have two of their own team members competing in the Birdie Bonanza. They'll be competing for a friendly rivalry with high stakes:</div>
<div>· All funds raised through each fire department's Birdie Bonanza fundraising page will stay 100% with each fire department.</div>
<div>· The fire department with the most birdies on September 8 will receive additional bonus funds toward their cause.</div>
<div>This means every swing—and every birdie—counts!</div>
<div>Both the Omaha Fire Department and the Lincoln Fire &amp; Rescue Department serve our community every single day, responding to emergencies, saving lives, and putting themselves in harm's way for the safety of others. By supporting their Birdie Bonanza team, you're helping provide the life-saving equipment and resources they need to do their jobs safely and effectively. It's also an opportunity to honor the bravery and dedication of First Responders, especially in remembrance of the heroes of September 11, 2001.</div>

<div>PGA REACH Nebraska is proud to host the 3rd Annual Birdie Bonanza! Nebraska PGA Professionals will team up for 54 holes of golf to make as many birdies as possible to raise funds to support the PGA REACH Nebraska Foundation and other charitable organizations. Support your PGA Professional today!</div>

3rd Annual Birdie Bonanza

Birdie Bonanza - 2025

PGA REACH Nebraska Foundation

<div>Please support our Nebraska PGA Professionals and help to reach the Birdie Bonanza fundraising goal of $150,000 to benefit the PGA REACH Nebraska Foundation by making a financial pledge for every birdie made over 54 holes at Benson Golf Course on September 8th, 2025</div>

	Donor	Per Birdie	Flat
1	Troy Lagasse	$50.00
2	Michael Noonan	$10.00
3	ryan anglim	$10.00
4	Mark Stokes	$10.00
5	Mike Dahir		$700.00
6	Mike Kubat		$500.00
7	Harry Pocras		$300.00
8	Patrick Guinan		$250.00
9	Jack Struyk		$250.00
10	Kirt McAlpine		$250.00
11	Joel Ackerman		$250.00
12	Matt Breunsbach		$250.00
13	Jeffrey Kavich		$250.00
14	Anonymous		$250.00
15	Andy McNeil		$250.00
16	Scott Alexander		$250.00
17	Mick Shonsey		$200.00
18	Jason Eggers		$200.00
19	David Allen		$200.00
20	Jim Boulay		$200.00
21	Cory Cutchall		$150.00
22	Doug Hegarty		$150.00
23	Scott Brown		$100.00
24	Bryan Martin		$100.00
25	Robert/Laura Vermeer		$100.00
26	Gail and Irv Veitzer		$100.00
27	Pete Krsnich		$100.00
28	Philip Prendergast		$100.00
29	Ralph and Kathy Tschantz		$100.00
30	Lauren McDonnell		$100.00
31	Rudy Thomas		$100.00
32	Blake Benton		$100.00
33	Thomas Wolf		$100.00
34	Brian Duensing		$100.00
35	Blake Giroux		$100.00
36	Linda Randall		$100.00
37	Bob Meyer		$100.00
38	Ty Huebert		$100.00
39	Michael Croker		$100.00
40	Mike Mapes		$100.00
41	Dean & Sylvia Jenkins		$100.00
42	Joe Goldstein		$100.00
43	Roy Edwards		$50.00
44	Bruce Lubach		$25.00
45	Anonymous		$25.00
	Total	$80.00	$6,950.00

R. Vermeer/C. Schaake

Carson Schaake

Ryan Vermeer

$11,030.00

Birdie Bonanza

Carson Schaake

Ryan Vermeer

R. Vermeer/C. Schaake

Carson Schaake

Ryan Vermeer

$11,030.00

Birdie Bonanza

Carson Schaake

Ryan Vermeer

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