Dust off your clubs and sharpen your short game—it’s time to hit the greens for a cause that matters. We are thrilled to officially invite you to the 2026 Kelli Joy O’Laughlin Memorial Golf Outing on Monday, June 1, 2026, at the beautiful White Pines Golf Club in Bensenville.

This isn’t just another day on the course; it’s a day dedicated to celebration, laughter, and honoring Kelli’s vibrant legacy by “Spreading Joy” to the next generation.

More Than Just a Game

Every swing you take and every putt you sink helps the Foundation provide life-changing opportunities for young adults. Because of supporters like you, we’ve been able to:

  • Award over $939,000 in College Scholarships to 118 incredible students since 2012.

  • Send children to Camp Tecumseh, giving them a chance to build confidence and simply “be a kid” again in Kelli’s memorial cabin.

  • Provide Holiday Gifts to children and families at Maryville Academy, ensuring Kelli’s spirit of giving lives on.

What to Expect This Year

We’re sticking with our popular scramble format (shotgun start at 10 am), making this the perfect outing for everyone from scratch golfers to those who just enjoy the fresh air and the beverage cart.

The 2026 outing is packed with high-energy highlights, including:

  • The Hawaii Hole-in-One Challenge: Think you can nail it? This year, one lucky shot on a par 3 could land you a luxury golf and stay package in Hawaii.

  • The Golf Ball Cannon: A certified fan favorite! Skip the traditional tee shot and launch your ball over 300 yards with our compressed air cannon for a chance at an eagle.

  • Beat the Pro: Test your skills against USPGA Pro Juan Espejo. Can you stick it closer to the pin than the pro?

  • On-Course Fun: From the morning putting contest to the BBQ lunch and the open bar dinner program, the energy never dips.

  • Community & Connection: This is our favorite day of the year because it brings together the “Partners in Kindness” who make our mission possible.

Join the Movement

Whether you’re joining us as a golfer, a volunteer, or a sponsor, your presence makes a difference. We are looking for Partners in Kindness at all levels to help us reach our goals. From our Platinum sponsors like Dubak Electrical Group to our Gold partners like SBC Waste Solutions and Custom Data Processing Inc., it is this collective kindness that fuels our impact.

Secure Your Spot

The countdown is on—we are only 15 weeks away! Spaces fill up fast, and you won’t want to miss the chance to compete for that trip to Hawaii or the chance to reconnect with the KJO community.

Let’s make 2026 our biggest year yet. We can’t wait to see you on the first tee!