About Us

Over the past three years our event secured over $36,000 for Gold Glove Charities, which helped with Mike Martin’s cause to provide kids who are battling cancer with a personal experience. The last two years we were able to select two kids from our area.  However, sometimes life gets in the way of good causes too, where Mike has taken a different job in KC, which will require a lot more of his time.  Mike will be continuing his charity through 2025, but will be disbanding it at the end of the year.  So, we say thanks to Mike for all his hard work and dedication to his charity and for the many years he gave to this cause.  In 2025, we will be moving in another direction and we are looking forward to a bright future as YOUTH PLAY PROJECT!

YOUTH PLAY PROJECT is a non-profit organization committed to ensuring that financial barriers never prevent children from experiencing the transformative power of sports. We believe that participation in sports teaches invaluable life lessons such as teamwork, discipline, and resilience. Our mission is to provide children with opportunities to compete by offering assistance with quality equipment and player fees. By supporting Youth Play Project, donors help create an inclusive environment where every child has the chance to learn, grow, and succeed through sports, regardless of their financial situation.

As you might imagine, proceeds are not generated through greens fees alone.  Instead, we rely on sponsorships (partnerships) to cover additional expenses and provide funds for the charity.  The partnerships will offer an opportunity for increased visibility for you or your company through many sponsorship opportunities.  All sponsorships will be included in publicity materials, press releases, on-site displays, social media platforms, event website, meals, and the awards ceremony program. 

All proceeds go directly to Youth Play Project & Other Event Charity (which will remain local).  Should you have any questions please contact any of the committee members below or contact Sean Eighmey directly. We appreciate your time and consideration of support with our mission.

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