Grand Island, NE – PGA REACH Nebraska hosted its annual Impact Event at Riverside Golf Club, bringing together 18 foursomes in support of a meaningful cause. Funds raised through the event will directly support the Foundation’s programs, helping continue its mission of Positively Impacting Lives Through the Game of Golf. Prior to the shotgun start, attendees had the opportunity to hear firsthand about those initiatives as PGA REACH Nebraska highlighted the programs and the lives being impacted through their efforts.
To begin the program announcements, PGA REACH Nebraska Director of Programming and PGA HOPE Graduate Amber Bogle spoke on the continued growth and impact of PGA HOPE while looking ahead to an exciting future for the program. In 2026, PGA REACH Nebraska is expected to welcome more than 300 Veterans into the program, adding to a community that already includes more than 800 Veterans across the Section. The six-week program provides Veterans and Active Military Members the opportunity to learn the game of golf in a welcoming and safe environment while fostering connection, camaraderie, and reconnection with their military community. To learn more about PGA HOPE, click HERE.
Next, Grand Island Northwest Head Girls Golf Coach Diane Rouzee returned to share the impact Clubs FORE Youth has had on her program. Just two years ago, many players on her roster were still in the early stages of their golf journeys, often learning the game using their dad’s or grandpa’s old clubs while trying to navigate a sport that is already challenging even with properly fitted equipment. After applying for PGA REACH Nebraska’s Clubs FORE Youth program, Grand Island Northwest was selected to receive brand-new Callaway clubs, Sun Mountain push carts, and instruction from Nebraska PGA Professionals. Since its inception, the program has now positively impacted more than 40 high school girls golf programs, continuing to provide greater access and opportunities through the game. To learn more about Clubs FORE Youth, click HERE.
The final highlight of the morning before the event teed off was the presentation of the 2026 Tasha Keiter Scholarships. Soon-to-be high school graduates Mia Hiebner of Henderson and Peyton Hartman of Hastings were recognized as this year’s recipients, each receiving a $1,000 scholarship to support their college education. Hiebner is set to attend Arizona Christian University, while Hartman will continue her academic and athletic career at Buena Vista University, with both set to compete on their respective women’s golf teams. To learn more about the scholarship, click HERE.
Following 18 holes of scramble competition played in challenging scoring conditions due to cool temperatures and strong winds, the team representing Beebout Veterinary Medical Center successfully defended their title, claiming back-to-back victories with an impressive round of 59 (13-under). We extend our sincere appreciation to all of the teams who braved the weather and came out in support of PGA REACH Nebraska and its mission to positively impact lives through the game of golf.
We would also like to thank all of our supporting partners for helping make this event possible and for their continued commitment to our Foundation and its programming. Finally, a special thank you goes to Head Golf Professional Brian Fauss, PGA and the entire staff at Riverside Golf Club for their outstanding hospitality and support throughout the day.
About the PGA REACH Nebraska
PGA REACH Nebraska is a 501 (c)(3) non-profit organization and the charitable arm of the Nebraska Section PGA. PGA REACH Nebraska is program-based and supported by the Nebraska Section PGA Golf Professionals. PGA REACH Nebraska’s mission is to positively impact lives through the game of golf. The Foundation has 3 core pillars of focus: Military, Youth and Inclusion. Each pillar is supported by programs that are executed to carry out our mission.