2024 ANNUAL REPORT
Dear Dormie Network Community
2024 marks another record-breaking year for Dormie Network Foundation’s charitable giving. To our donors, event participants, and supporters—your generosity has powered life-changing initiatives, uplifted nonprofits, and strengthened communities. We are deeply grateful for your continued commitment to making a lasting impact.
Dormie Network Foundation is unique in its ability to blend golf, hospitality, and philanthropy. This annual report is our way of showcasing the difference we’re making together—as a Foundation, as members, and as a community. You’ll find our mission in action, key initiatives, and the transformative nonprofit partnerships that define our work.
Since our founding in January 2020, our impact has grown exponentially. In 2024 alone, our total donation amount was $7.6 million—a remarkable increase from an impressive $4.9 million in 2023. These funds are profound, aiding 850 nonprofit entities across all giving sectors, including donations to GolfStatus events.
In-kind giving, which includes money raised through donated Dormie Network memberships and Stay and Play Packages, totals $16.5 million to date. $6.9 million of that total was raised just last year. Additionally, we have awarded $1.7 million in cash grants since our inception, with $712,988 granted in 2024. Our goal for 2025 is to surpass these milestones and extend our reach even further.
Seeing the real-world impact of these contributions on nonprofits—both small and large—inspires us. As we look ahead, we’re dedicated to expanding our support for organizations that are making a difference.
Thank you again for your trust and support, enabling us to help nonprofits raise more and reach further. If you have a nonprofit close to your heart, we invite you to reach out—we’d love to explore how we can help.
Here’s to an impactful 2025!
Yours in service,
Brian J. Schenk
Chief Philanthropy Officer
Mission
Giving Pillars: Our partnerships span across four crucial pillars to ensure a wide-reaching and diverse impact.
Types of Giving: Our nonprofit programs leverage the appeal of golf to offer nonprofits a unique pathway to boost fundraising efforts and reach.
One-year donated Dormie Network memberships
Donated Dormie Network Stay and Play Packages through GolfStatus technology sponsorships
Play It Forward
Cash granting
“Dormie Network Foundation provides an incredible opportunity to help our nonprofit organization raise additional funds through enhanced sponsorships that include a Dormie Network annual membership.”
Carl Mistretta, First Tee-Florida Gold Coast Executive Director
Growing Impact
Philanthropic Lifetime Giving
Since our founding in 2020, Dormie Network Foundation has raised over $18.2 million for more than 3,350 nonprofits. Of this total, $16.5 million has been raised by in-kind donations, while $1.7 million was given as cash grants.
In-Kind Giving for Golf Tournaments
Golf for Good: Intersection of Golf and Philanthropy
Our sister company and partner, GolfStatus, is the leading event management platform for charity golf tournaments and fundraisers. Together, GolfStatus and Dormie Network Foundation leverage the appeal of golf to bolster fundraising for nonprofits. By integrating the Dormie Network Stay and Play Package through GolfStatus’ Technology Sponsorship, this partnership opens new opportunities to strengthen and expand the Foundation’s impact.
Play It Forward
In its fourth annual campaign, Play It Forward celebrates those who use golf for good. Presented in partnership with GolfStatus, the campaign invites individuals to nominate a golf tournament fundraiser for a chance to win a $10,000 donation. In 2024, Play It Forward supported after-school and summer programs in underserved areas, with Coalition for Kids selected as the winner from over 1,000 submissions.
In-Kind Giving for Auctions
Dormie Network Foundation offers in-kind donations for auctions in two ways: Stay and Play Packages and one-year memberships. In-kind donations raised nearly $6.9 million in 2024. It’s a win for everyone: donors enjoy a world-class experience, nonprofits enhance their fundraising efforts, and Dormie Network connects with fellow destination golf enthusiasts.
Stay and Play Packages
Stay and Play Packages are charity auction items that give the winning bidder an exclusive experience of a two-day, one-night stay at a private Dormie Network golf club. 100% of the amount raised from the Stay and Play Package in the auction goes to the nonprofit.
Tee It Up for the Troops, based in Burnsville, MN, raised an impressive $17,100 through Stay and Play Packages—funds that directly support America’s military veterans. By organizing golf events, outreach programs, and fundraisers, they engage communities nationwide to raise awareness and provide critical support to those who have served.
Domesti-PUPS in Lincoln, NE, makes life-changing impact through its work with therapy dogs, service dogs for individuals with disabilities, and obedience-trained rescue dogs. Thanks to Stay and Play Packages, Domesti-PUPS raised $3,200—a meaningful contribution that helps them continue providing companionship, independence, and support to those in need.
One-Year Donated Memberships
Dormie Network donated memberships give the winning bidder one year of access to all seven nationwide destinations in the Network. 100% of the amount raised from the donated membership in the auction goes to the nonprofit.
Young Life, a Christian ministry that serves middle school, high school, and college students in the U.S. and over 100 countries, raised $77,500 through four donated memberships. In 2025, they will host a golf event at Briggs Ranch in San Antonio, TX .
ACE Scholarships, an organization dedicated to providing scholarships for families seeking private education but unable to afford it, raised $58,000 with five donated memberships. ACE now serves 12 states.
Cash Granting
The cash grant program offers direct financial support to nonprofits, providing flexible aid to address the unique challenges and needs of each charity. In 2024, we granted $712,998, more than ever before.
Maxwell Volunteer Fire & Rescue Department Fundraiser
The Betty’s Way Fire scorched western Nebraska on February 26th, 2024, but Dormie Network’s GrayBull Club remained unscathed thanks to preventative measures. To strengthen firefighting capabilities, Dormie Network Foundation raised funds and matched every donation up to $100,000. Donors of $100+ were entered to win a Stay and Play Package. Over $200,000 was raised for the Maxwell Volunteer Fire & Rescue Department.
Hurricanes Helene and Milton Relief Fundraiser
In response to Hurricanes Helene and Milton, Dormie Network and Dormie Network Foundation matched community donations up to $50,000. Donors of $100+ were entered to win a Stay and Play Package for Dormie Club in West End, NC. Over $27,000 was raised for the American Red Cross to support recovery efforts.
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