Swing for a Cause at St. Coletta’s 36th Annual Kennedy Golf Outing

Get ready to hit the links for a great cause! The St. Coletta’s of Illinois Foundation proudly invites golfers, sponsors and supporters to the 36th Annual Kennedy Golf Outing, taking place on Monday, August 18, at the exclusive Crystal Tree Golf & Country Club in Orland Park.

This signature event brings together community members, corporate partners and golf enthusiasts for a day of friendly competition, meaningful connections and powerful purpose—all to benefit children and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities served by St. Coletta’s.

Event Details

• Date: Monday, August 18, 2025
• Location: Crystal Tree Golf & Country Club, Orland Park, IL
• Schedule: • Registration: 11:00 a.m. • Lunch: 12:00 p.m. • Shotgun Start: 1:00 p.m. • Cocktails & Dinner: 6:00 p.m.
• Tickets: $600 per golfer | $2,400 per foursome
• Dinner-only Tickets: $150 per person

Each golf registration includes 18 holes of play on a championship-level course, a welcome gift, buffet lunch, beverages and snacks throughout the course, access to on-course contests and raffles, and dinner with cocktails.

“This event is more than just a day on the green—it’s a celebration of inclusion, opportunity and the power of community,” said Heather Benedick, CEO of St. Coletta’s of Illinois. “We’re honored to see such enthusiastic support year after year.”

Special Features and Contests

• Two Hole-in-One Challenges: Sink a shot and win a lease on a brand-new Lexus!
• “Beat the Nun” Contest: Take on Sister Maryann Dosen in a closest-to-the-pin challenge. Winners will be entered into a drawing for a brand-new putter!
• Raffle Opportunity: Win a chance to play in the 2025 Lexus Champions for Charity National Championship at Pebble Beach Resorts this December.
  • Tickets: $100 each | 3 for $250 | 10 for $500
  • Drawing held during dinner on August 18 (winner need not be present)

How to Register or Donate

Space is limited, so reserve your spot early!

• Register, purchase raffle or dinner tickets, or donate online at https://kennedy25.givesmart.com
• Or visit www.stcolettasofil.org and click on the “Kennedy Golf Outing” tab.

Not a golfer? No problem! Join us for cocktails and dinner in the evening or support the mission through a donation.

About St. Coletta’s:

St. Coletta’s of Illinois is a non-profit social service agency dedicated to providing compassionate care, education and support services for children and adults with developmental and intellectual disabilities. For 75 years, St. Coletta’s has been committed to empowering individuals to achieve their full potential and live meaningful lives within their communities. The Kennedy Golf Outing is one of the agency’s largest fundraisers.

For questions or sponsorship opportunities, please contact St. Coletta’s at 708-342-5200 or visit www.stcolettasofil.org.