Annual Report - Western Golf Association

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Donors Report 2013
WESTERN GOLF ASSOCIATION
EVANS SCHOLARS FOUNDATION

Founded in 1899, the Western Golf Association
conducts world-class championships for professional
and amateur golfers, promotes the use of caddies,
and oversees the Evans Scholars Foundation, which
awards college scholarships—including full tuition
and housing—to caddies from modest means.
(featured on cover)
Shamir Villeda Cruz is on course to realizing the American Dream. After fleeing menacing gangs in his
native Guatemala, he arrived in the U.S. at the age of 14. With the support of his foster parents and
the Evanston Golf Club in Skokie, Illinois, he became a caddie and earned an Evans Scholarship in 2012.
Shamir is now a freshman at the University of Illinois.

On course
to continued
success
Thank you to all our Par Club members and other
supporters who contributed a record $18.8 million in 2012.
Because of your generosity, we were able to award
240 new Evans Scholarships this year at a time when
the need is greater than ever.
Such success was due in large part to the Match Play
Challenge, which raised $5.45 million in 2012. We are
honored that so many people continue to step up for
the cause.
We welcomed the biggest names in golf to the BMW
Championship, which was named the PGA TOUR’s Tournament
of the Year. And we continue to bring an unprecedented
roster of rising stars together for the Western Amateur
and Western Junior championships.
We launched the Caddie Academy—teeing up the future
for high school girls from economically disadvantaged
families. This model program is spreading the message
of the Evans Scholarship to more deserving young
people, while developing the caddie pipeline.
What keeps us on course to continued success? The generosity
and unwavering spirit of the golf community. Thank you.
Jim Bunch
Chairman of the Board
John Kaczkowski
President and CEO
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#1
Illinois is the largest Chapter,
with 120 Evans Scholars
20%
Evans Alumni in the caring
professions, including
medicine, social work
and teaching
130
Golf or country clubs
that sponsored caddies
for the Evans Scholarship
in 2012
$180
million
Amount awarded in Evans
Scholarships since 1930
Kara Stack describes herself as a morning person, which is a
plus when it comes to caddying and teaching. At Glen Oak Country
Club, she loved getting the early loops. At St. Angela’s School, where
she teaches fourth grade, Kara is raring to go by the crack of dawn.
This is Kara’s first year in the classroom, and her sense of purpose is clear. “I get to change
lives,” she says, acknowledging the many challenges her students face living in Chicago’s
impoverished Austin community.
What put Kara on track to earning her teaching degree? An Evans Scholarship.
She started caddying at age 13, encouraged by her older brother Ryan, who also earned an
Evans Scholarship. They both graduated from the University of Illinois.
Caddying isn’t the only thing that runs in the Stack family. Kara’s mother and sister, Kelly,
are also teachers. “We sit around the table and talk teaching strategies,” Kara says.
Living at the Evans Scholarship House prepared her well for the classroom. “Group
living teaches you about cooperation,” she says. As a member of the Executive Board,
she learned the importance of being a good listener and a leader.
Good leadership was exactly what the Evans Scholars Foundation had in mind when Kara
was hired as a counselor for the new Caddie Academy. The program aims to open the door
to caddying—and an Evans Scholarship—for economically disadvantaged young women.
This past summer, Kara lived with the girls at the Evans Scholarship House at Northwestern,
mentoring them and driving them to clubs to caddie. “I was like that Mom who’s always
looking back in the rearview mirror with something to say,” Kara laughs.
What was her message to the girls? “This is an opportunity of a lifetime! Go for it!”
“
The University of illinois is honored to have the largest Evans Scholars
Chapter among the 19 universities with Scholars on their campuses. This school
is stronger because of them—fine young men and women who lead and serve by
example. Today there are 1,120 Evans Alumni who are part of our worldwide alumni
network. They are making meaningful contributions in every aspect of their lives, and
we are proud to call them Illini.
Robert A. Easter, Ph.D.
President
University of Illinois
“
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On course to transforming
young lives
Kara Stack
Glen Oak Country Club
Glen Ellyn, Illinois
University of Illinois
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385
Books collected and
donated by OSU Evans
Scholars in December
for children in need
14
Evans Scholarship Houses
on college campuses across
the country
26,000
Par Club donors
nationwide who support
the Evans Scholars
Foundation
$14
million
Funds raised by the
BMW Championship for the
Evans Scholars Foundation
since 2007
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Patrick Akujobi started caddying at Clovernook Country Club
when he was in sixth grade. He and his family had moved to the
U.S. from Nigeria three years earlier.
At the time, caddying was something Patrick knew nothing about. “There was a flier on
caddying posted at my school,” he recalls. “Looking back, I realize that was the beginning
of everything.”
As soon as he learned about the Evans Scholarship, he knew that was his goal. His parents
were working hard to pay for Patrick’s tuition at a Catholic high school and “there was no
way I was going to ask them for money for college.”
This says everything about Patrick’s drive and determination. In golf, it’s called keeping your
eye on the ball.
A senior at Ohio State, Patrick is pursuing a degree in accounting. He plans to become a CPA,
but for now he’s juggling offers from two top firms for a summer internship. Patrick credits
his experience as a caddie and an Evans Scholar with helping him land last year’s internship
with Ernst & Young. “I know all about hard work,” he says.
Living in the Evans Scholarship House has been a defining experience for Patrick. He has
held numerous governance positions over the years, honing his interpersonal skills and the
fine art of negotiation. As Administrative Vice President, Patrick oversees housekeeping
duties among the Scholars. Enough said.
Among his numerous service commitments as an Evans Scholar, Patrick chairs an annual
golf tournament that raises funds for student safety initiatives on campus. He also speaks
regularly before large groups of high school students about college and issues of diversity.
“You have to lead by example,” he says.
Today, thousands of students at Ohio State are the first in their families to go
to college. Some of these students have been given this life-changing opportunity—and are
committed to their own success—because of the investment the Evans Scholars program
has made in their future. Our Evans Scholars exemplify the ideals of our student body at
Ohio State through their hard work and dedication to excellence.
Gordon Gee
President
The Ohio State University
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On course to continued
success
Patrick Akujobi
Clovernook Country Club
Cincinnati, Ohio
The Ohio State University
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36
Perfect ACT score achieved
by a Northwestern Evans
Scholar applicant in 2012
1930
The year Harold Fink and
James McGinnis enrolled at
Northwestern as the first
Evans Scholars
24%
Percent of Evans Scholars
who are women
240
New Evans Scholarships,
including tuition and
housing, awarded in
the past year
Hannah Keith forgot her lunch at home one day, and this is
how she became an Evans Scholar.
The story goes that while dropping off her lunch at school, Hannah’s father struck up a
conversation with a security guard—whose son happened to be an Evans Scholar.
When Hannah got home that afternoon, her father brought up the Evans Scholarship.
“We both had this ‘aha’ moment,” recalls Hannah, whose parents had divorced before she
entered grammar school and had faced tough financial times. “Community college was a
very real option for me at the time,” she says.
With Aurora Country Club down the street, Hannah started caddying with an eye toward
earning an Evans Scholarship.
After graduating fourth in her class at West Aurora High School, Hannah turned her attention
to Northwestern. She had been in many plays and musicals and knew that Northwestern
had one of the finest theater departments in the country. That’s why Hannah set her sights
on becoming…an investment banker. “That idea lasted for about a year,” she laughs.
In June, Hannah will graduate with a degree in theater. Then she’s going to Hollywood.
“I told my dad to give me five years, and if I don’t make it, I’ll get a real job,” she says.
Hannah reports that living at the Evans Scholarship House felt like family since day one.
When she takes to the stage in an upcoming musical, her housemates will be in the
audience cheering her on.
“I got great training in theater at Northwestern,” she says. “I received an even better
training for life as an Evans Scholar.”
“
We are proud to have the historic Evans Scholars program as a vital
partner in our educational mission. The legacy of Chick Evans means a great deal at
Northwestern. We are honored to have Evans Scholars here on our campus—fulfilling
their personal and academic goals at one of the nation’s top universities. Their presence
among us as students, leaders and alumni continues to leave an indelible mark upon
the Wildcat community.
Morton Schapiro
President and Professor
Northwestern University
“
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On course to a starring role
Hannah Keith
Aurora Country Club
Aurora, Illinois
Northwestern University
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913
Evans Alumni from
the University of
Wisconsin-Madison
500
Volunteer WGA Directors
across the nation
100%
Percent of Evans Scholars
who learned valuable life
lessons on the golf course
316
Number of championships
for professional and amateur
golfers conducted by the
WGA since 1899
John Parent keeps a college tuition receipt from his freshman
year in his wallet. It serves as a constant reminder for him to
always do his best at school. “I understand the true value of an
Evans Scholarship better than most,” he says.
In 2008, John was the first to sign up for the new caddie program at Horseshoe Bay
Golf Club. But he was already a senior in high school and this meant he couldn’t meet the
two-summer caddying requirement to become eligible for an Evans Scholarship his first
year in college.
He knew he was on his own. And like thousands of other young people from middle-class
families, John took out college loans. The youngest of four siblings, he understood full well
the financial stress his parents were under to make ends meet.
John enrolled at the University of Wisconsin in 2009. The “classic small-town kid” from
Sturgeon Bay quickly took to the Big Ten School and began pursuing his degree in finance.
He also pursued the Evans Scholarship, finishing his loops and building his network of
supporters at the club.
With a distinguished high school career and a stellar first year at Wisconsin, John returned
to Madison as an Evans Scholar. The move from a dorm to the Evans Scholarship House
was something he will never forget. “We all realize the gift we have, and it brings us
together in a very powerful way,” he says. In 2012, John was elected chapter president.
This June, John will join the firm of Robert W. Baird in the investment banking department.
He’s already studying for the GMAT, even though he will tell you that business school is a
ways off. “The scores are good for five years,” he laughs. “I have to be ready.”
“
One of the longest and deepest traditions surrounding this university,
the Wisconsin Idea signifies a general principle—that education should influence and
improve lives beyond the boundaries of the classroom. In their strong commitment
to public service, the Evans Scholars from the University of Wisconsin-Madison
exemplify this guiding philosophy every day.
David Ward
Interim Chancellor
University of Wisconsin-Madison
“
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On course to a solid future
John Parent
Horseshoe Bay Golf Club
Egg Harbor, Wisconsin
University of Wisconsin-Madison
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Highlights of the year
Match Play Challenge Sets a New Course Record
It was another record year for the Match Play Challenge,
the WGA’s most successful campaign in history.
Thanks to the generosity of 679 major gift donors,
the Challenge raised $5.45 million in 2012, including
$2.15 million from 19 Match Play Partners.
Over the past two years, the Challenge has raised
$9.9 million, with $3.9 million contributed through
leadership gifts from 23 Match Play Partners.
The Match Play Challenge has done more than impact
the bottom line. It has inspired thousands of Par Club
members to upgrade their membership level and many
lapsed members to renew their support.
With Evans Scholars applications at an all-time high,
the Match Play Challenge has enabled the WGA’s Evans
Scholars Foundation to award more scholarships and to
plan for further growth as education costs continue to rise.
“The Match Play Campaign has had a major impact on the
lives of our Scholars and on the financial strength of our
organization,” says John Kaczkowski, WGA President and CEO.
“We are honored that so many have stepped up to the tee.”
Black Tie, Green Coat
More than 300 supporters attended the annual Green
Coat Gala on Nov. 9, 2012, at The Peninsula Chicago.
The event, which included dinner, dancing, and live and
silent auctions, raised $600,000 for the Evans Scholars
Foundation. Featured speaker and golf legend Tom
Watson reflected on his career and affiliation with the
WGA—including his three Western Open wins. Guests
also heard from Marquette Evans Scholar Maryclaret
Ndubuisi-Obi, who spoke of her aspirations to become
a doctor with the help of her Evans Scholarship.
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Highlights of the year
Renovated Roost for Golden Eagles
The Evans Scholars at Marquette University unveiled their newly-renovated Scholarship House in October. It was
an occasion to celebrate with family, friends, Evans Alumni, and WGA Directors—and to honor Marquette’s Father
John Naus for his service to generations of Scholars. A new entrance canopy, ADA-accessible rooms, fire protection
systems, mechanical upgrades, and a parking lot were part of the $1.3 million renovation project.
Rory McIlroy Reigns Supreme in Indiana
More than 143,000 fans flocked to Crooked Stick Golf Club
in Carmel, Indiana, to watch the biggest names in golf battle
it out at the 2012 BMW Championship. Current and former
world number ones swapped and shared the lead regularly
until Rory McIlroy pulled away to clinch the victory. The
world-class tournament raised nearly $3 million for the
Evans Scholars Foundation. The 2013 BMW Championship
will be held Sept. 9-15 at Conway Farms Golf Club in
Lake Forest, Illinois.
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Highlights of the year
New Championship to Debut in 2013
The Hotel Fitness Championship has been added to
the roster of the WGA’s prestigious tournaments.
Scheduled for Aug. 26-Sept. 1, 2013, it is one of four
tournaments that will mark the debut of the Web.com
Tour Finals. These events will finalize the 50 players
who earn PGA TOUR playing privileges for the
2013-2014 season. The Hotel Fitness Championship
will be held at the Sycamore Hills Golf Club in Fort
Wayne, Indiana, on a course designed by Jack Nicklaus.
The championship will benefit in part the Evans
Scholars Foundation.
Golf’s Rising Stars at 110th
Western Amateur
Chris Williams, the No. 1 amateur in the world,
won the 2012 Western Amateur championship.
The August tournament was conducted at
Exmoor Country Club in Highland Park, Illinois.
Williams, a University of Washington senior, has
a standout record, including playing on the 2011
Walker Cup team. The 2013 Western Amateur
will be held July 29-Aug. 4 at The Alotian Club
in Roland, Arkansas.
Bringing an “A” Game
Adam Wood, 16, of Zionsville, Indiana, turned in four straight rounds under
par to win the 95th Western Junior championship at The Country Club of
Florida in June. Wood, who will not graduate from high school until 2014,
has already committed to playing golf for Duke. The Western Junior is the
oldest national junior tournament in the United States. The 2013 Western
Junior will be held June 17-21 at Meridian Hills Country Club in Indianapolis.
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Highlights of the year
Teeing Up for the Future
In 2012, the WGA launched the Caddie Academy, providing 12 young women with an opportunity to caddie at clubs
on Chicago’s North Shore—and hopefully to someday earn an Evans Scholarship. The Academy targets high school
girls who come from economically disadvantaged families and who live far from a country club. During the seven-week
summer program, participants live at the Northwestern Evans Scholarship House and are mentored by Evans Alumni
who help oversee the Academy.
Tigers Roar to Top AwardS
The University of Missouri won two top academic honors
in 2012. The entire Mizzou chapter won the prestigious
scholarship trophy for having the highest cumulative GPA
for the previous school year among all chapters—an honor
it shared with the Northwestern chapter. It was the first
time in the history of the Evans Scholars program that two
chapters tied for the top award. Missouri also earned the
New Scholar academic trophy for having the highest GPA
for the fall semester among all new Evans Scholars classes.
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2012 financials
Evans Alumni support for the
Par Club exceeded $3 million for
the first time in our history, with total
Alumni giving across all campaigns
topping $6.2 million in 2012.
Revenue
70%
Total Par Club revenue increased
from $11.9 million in 2011 to
$12.7 million in 2012.
Nearly 30% of all gifts of $2,500
and greater in 2012 were upgraded
from basic Par Club gifts in 2011.
The surplus in 2012 revenue has
been placed in an operating reserve
fund to cover future scholarship
commitments. The Foundation
foresees continued growth in the
number of scholarships awarded
and the need to fund these
scholarships four years forward.
10%
20%
Par Club Contributions
Tournament and Events
Other Contributions: Bag Tag Membership, Memorials and Bequests
Total Revenue: $18.8 million
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2012 Financials
Expenses
77%
Tuition and housing bills for Evans
Scholars totaled $12 million in 2012,
paid for through the generosity of Par
Club members and other supporters.
Evans Scholars help pay for house
maintenance costs at the 14 universities
where the Foundation owns and
operates Scholarship Houses.
The financial cost of an Evans
Scholarship is upwards of $15,000 a
year; the lifetime value is priceless.
9%
14%
The Evans Scholars Foundation’s
administrative and fundraising costs
are well in line with its overall budget
—earning the Foundation a top
4-star rating for efficiency and good
stewardship from Charity Navigator,
America’s leading independent
charity evaluator.
Tuition, Scholar Housing & Related Costs
Fundraising
Administration
Total Expenses: $15.8 million
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BOARD OF GOVERNORS, TRUSTEES AND DIRECTORS
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Western Golf
Association
BOARD OF GOVERNORS
Officers
James T. Bunch
Chairman
Dennis M. O’Keefe
Vice Chairman
John S. Mendesh
Secretary
James M. O’Keane
Treasurer
Daniel W. Coyne
General Counsel
John M. Kaczkowski
President & CEO
William J. Ashenden
Joel E. Bergstrom
Jeffrey L. Bryden
Joseph M. Desch
Johnston Erwin
Michael J. Grear
J. J. Javors
Thomas P. Kearney
John F. Maloney
Brian E. Mills
Francis W. Morley, Jr.
Michael F. Morrissey
Mary A. O’Leary
James G. Reilly
Patrick W. Reilly
Ede Rice
Jim Roach
Robert J. Roach
David M. Robinson
Joseph G. Schmidt
Paul F. Sullivan
Robert N. Webster
Evans Scholars
Foundation
TRUSTEES
Roger J. Mohr
Chairman
Robert M. Alsteen
James F. Ashenden
James T. Bunch
Daniel W. Coyne
Sam J. DiGiovanni
Collins T. Fitzpatrick
John N. Fix
Bruce K. Goodman
Thomas B. Horwich
Edward R. James
Ronald S. Kelly
John R. Kretzschmar
R. E. “Buffy” Mayerstein
Michael L. McDermott
Robert L. McMasters
Richard E. Peterson
WGA DIRECTORS
Gary H. Adelman
Mark J. Akers
Clyde E. Allen
Brayton B. Alley
Thomas J. Alley
Thomas J. Allison
James M. Alverson II
Craig D. Andrew
Christopher J. Angott
Jeffrey R. Arnold
Gary J. Ausman
Larry L. Austermiller
Kurtis Babczenko
Reb Banas
David G. Banda
James T. Barry, Jr.
Robert W. Barss
Bruce Baumbaugh
Elmer L. Beard
Chip Beck
Patrick E. Becker, Jr.
Mark E. Belew
Dan Benson
John A. Benson, Sr.
Leonard K. Berman
Bob Berry
Thomas R. Binzer
Gregory Blaine
David A. Bleeke
Frederick J. Blesi
Christopher Boehm
Thomas J. Borger
James F. Boudreau
Peter Bozzo
Todd D. Bramson
Jon Brendle
James J. Brennan
Joseph H. Brisch
Bill Brouse
Wyck J. Brown
David W. Brownback
Michael Browning
Edward Bruksch
Michael Bruni
Craig Bruya
George Bryant
John P. Buckley
Kevin Buggy
Duke Butler
Mike Byrne
Bob Caldwell
Daniel D. Callahan
David Cannon
Rex Capwell
Doug Carlson
Bob Carney
Russell Carniak
Timothy J. Cavanagh
Salvatore F. Cimbolo
Joe Clancy
John G. Clark
Laura Bracken Clough
C. Daniel Cochran
Chris Coffman
Mark T. Coghlin
Matt Cohoat
Clayton Cole
Steven J. Colnitis
Kip Colwell
Brad Cooper
Stephen W. Corley
Frederic W. Corrigan
F. Michael Covey III
W. Travis Cox
John G. Crane
Timothy G. Crowley
Thomas A. Cully
Joseph P. Danis
Thomas P. Danis, Jr.
Thomas E. Dapp
Don Davis
George E. Davis
Marc DeFife
David T. DePrisco
Matthew J. Desch
Fred Devendorf
Raymond J. DeVos
Nick J. DiGiovanni
Carmen G. Dodaro
Barry Doggett
Don L. Dominic
Luke Donald
Kevin W. Donnellon
Michael Donovan
Thomas J. Dormin
William G. Dorward III
William J. Doyle
Keith G. Dronen
Craig J. Duchossois
Brian W. Duffin
John W. Elliott
David L. Ellis
Elon “Ed” Ellis III
Timothy Ellsworth
Timothy A. Elsbrock
Juan E. Espejo II
Gary L. Evans
Peter R. Evans
Robert M. Evans
Wendy L. Evans
Keith Everson
Richard Excell
Bill Faber
John Fagan
Raymond C. Fahrmeier
Robert M. Fairchild
Samuel C. Ferrari
Joseph M. Ferraro
Joseph J. Fields
J. D. Finley
Russell P. Fitton III
P. J. FitzSimons
Peter W. Flanzer
Kevin F. Flynn
Steve Fordney
James W. Forsloff
Bill Fowler
Mary Franke
Bruce L. Frankenberg
Donald W. Franko, Jr.
Daniel M. Fraser
A. Jerome Freeland
Andrew Gabelman
Gregory P. Galbraith
Paula R. Garrett
Joshua K. Garry
Patrick Gaughan
Glenn G. Geist
Richard P. Genett
Allen S. Gerrard
Bert A. Getz
J. Martin Gillespie
Kelly T. Goalby
Ronald M. Golden
John Goldrick
David N. Goltz
John C. Grant
Brent M. Greenberg
Michael A. Greenhalgh
Jeffrey Grimes
Raymond J. Grubbs
S. Mark Guastella
Van Gusdorff
Jeffrey F. Guttenberger
Janene Guzowski
Joseph G. Haffner
Timothy J. Haggerty
Michael J. Hainer
Trudy J. Halla
John O. Hallberg
Mark A. Hallberg
John M. Hamburger
Greg Hamstra
John J. Hanley
J. Ira Harris
Jeffrey I. Hasson
David R. Haverick
Lawrence J. Hayes
Ross Hays, Jr.
Frank G. Heitker
Susan Hennessy
Robert N. Hermes
William L. Hess
Jerome E. Hickey
Laurence M. Hickey
Dennis R. Hilligan
Steve C. Hird
Cynthia B. Hirsch
Christopher M. Hoke
George D. “Chip” Holland
Jack Holland
W. Ted Isaacs
C. Roy Jackson
Richard S. Jalovec
Frank Jemsek
Alan C. Johnson
Stephen E. Johnson
Carol Ann Johnston
Steven T. Johnston
Dennis J. Jones
Paul A. Jones
David R. Kallman
Julius S. Kassar
William R. Kauffman
Tom Kaufmann
Paul M. Kavanaugh
Michael L. Keiser
Robert G. Kelly
Stephen P. Keogh
Jason W. Kinander
Thomas V. King
Michael Kirk
John W. Kneen
John W. Knuteson
Chris T. Koenemann
Donald H. Kohm
John P. Konsek
Gregory C. Kopan
Michael S. Korey
Gust Kouvaris
Douglas Krause
Anton C. “Chuck” Kusak III
Brent LaBier
Tom Ladky
Robert E. Lambert
Leonard M. Landsbaum
Paul G. Lane
Bruce J. Langer
Peter Lannon
Donald Larson
Kevin M. Laura
Terrence J. Lavin
Steve Levitt
William W. LeBoeuf
Patrick Lederer
Michael J. Lee
Robert D. Lee
Josh Lesnik
Katy Levenhagen
Allen A. Lewis
James R. Lewis
Harold R. Lifvendahl
Amy C. Lincoln
Richard A. F. Lipowicz
Paul F. Livingston
Wayne P. Lockwood
Steven J. Luetkehans
A. Lawrence Lund
John O. Lychos, Jr.
John P. Lynch
Thomas J. Lynch
J. David Lyons
Michael J. Mackey
Stephen J. Maddalena
Sean M. Madden
Charles Mahar
Thomas L. Mallman
Scott C. Malpass
Mitchell J. Manassa
Jack J. Manning
Greg Martinek
David S. Matthews
Gary J. Matula
Michael Mazurczak II
Thomas E. McAuley
Terrence McCann
Ellen J. McCarthy
Lloyd F. McGlincy III
Kevin T. McGuire
Kevin McMahon
Richard McNamee
Timothy G. McVady
Michael F. Meehan
Thomas J. Meeks
David W. Miller, Jr.
George D. Miller
Tracy Mills
Dennis A. Mitchell
William C. Mitchell
Jeremy J. Modell
Peter J. Mone
David Monson
John C. Moore
Jerry R. Morgan
Robert E. Morrison
Thomas A. Morrissey
Kevin Most
James K. Murphy
John G. Murphy
Michael Murphy
Shenan P. Murphy
Michael Naset
David W. Neeb
Michael F. Neidorff
J. W. Nelson
Steven C. Nelson
Berne J. Neufeld
Will F. Nicholson III
J. Clarke Nims
Gerard T. Noce
M. Theodore Nordahl
Jon Norgard
Robert Nowikowski
Joseph D. O’Connor
Thomas L. O’Gara
Michael J. O’Keefe
Edwin J. O’Mara
James W. O’Neill
J. Sean O’Reilly
Michael O’Rourke
Thomas J. O’Toole, Jr.
Wally Obremski
Greg M. Ohlendorf
John F. Ormsby
Ginny Orthwein
Thomas S. Paluck
Michael P. Pannuto
Richard A. Papp
James F. Parsley
David R. Passaglia
Matt Pekarek
Ryan Pellet
Lawrence E. Perlin
Leroy D. Peterson
Pike Peterson
Mary L. Petrovich
William G. Petty, Jr.
Walter L. Pfeffer II
John C. Pick
John M. Piumbroeck
Gary Planos
Charles F. Plein
John J. Ply
Frank S. Polizzi, Sr.
Robert Polk
Richard R. Polmear
J. Ryan Potts
Kevin Powers
Greg Pugh
Wade Rademacher
Frank A. Ray
Thomas J. Ray
David R. Reed
Daniel J. Renz
Jay Reseigh
Timm R. Reynolds
Burke A. Rice
Jerome A. Rich
Frederick S. Richards
Larry D. Richman
James E. Richmond
Donald H. Richter
Richard D. Robinson
Randy J. Rogers
Michael J. Rolfs
Michael P. Rooney
Mason G. Ross
Richard M. Ross, Jr.
George W. Rourke
Jim Rutherford
Biff Ruttenberg
Lawrence G. Ryan
Richard P. Ryan
Richard T. Ryan
Thomas W. Ryan
Gary V. Sagui
Michael Saladino
Anthony J. Saliba
Robert E. Saliba
Dan D. Sandman
Vince Saul
Steve E. Schell
Gregory S. Schmitt
Cheryl B. Schneider
Joel C. Schneider
Eric H. Schoenstein
Jeffrey L. Schomaker
John H. Schroeder
James T. Scoggin
Chris F. Seyer
David J. Shaw
Bradley W. Sherman
Walter G. Shifrin
Timothy P. Shocklee
Robert Shuster
Cal Simmons
Matthew W.F. Skally
Stephen M. Skoronski
Jeff Sluman
Jay G. Smith
Pete Smith
Wayne L. “Chip” Smith III
Geoff Solich
George H. Solich
Michael B. Solow
Richard N. Soskin
William F. Souder
Alan D. Sprunk
Mark Stanley
Michael G. Stavale
Avy Stein
Timothy Stern
James H. Stevens
Joseph E. Stigler
Joseph A. Stojak
Steven W. Stroker
Daniel E. Sullivan
Daniel P. Sullivan
Patrick E. Sullivan
Sean T. Sullivan
William J. Sullivan, Jr.
Edmund Q. Sylvester III
Steven D. Szuch
Scott Takekawa
Karin E. Tappendorf
Gary J. Taylor
Thomas J. Templin
Lee E. Tenzer
Robert M. Thies
Clark Thomas
Perry Thompson
Peter Q. Thompson
Kelly Tighe
August R. Tonne
Robert Topel
B. Gregory Trapani
James A. Trenda
Thomas M. Tully
Jim Tunney
John G. Turner
Tim Vaughan
William H. Vaughn
Allen H. Vean
John Ver Bockel
Bob Verdi
B. David Vickroy
John F. Vitt
Thomas F. Voelker
John W. Wagner
Robert J. Walter
Ronald J. Waytula, Jr.
John C. Webb
Robert T. Weil
Andy Weiner
Gavin Weir
Joseph Weisenburger
Michael C. Welling
Steven R. Wendling
Robert I. Wertheimer
Douglas M. West
Brooks K. Whittle
Mark S. Wiktor
Jerry F. Williams
Todd Williams
John Williamson
Mark Wilson
Scott A. Wilson
Richard E. Wirthlin
Albert H. Wohlers
Jeremy N. Wood
Douglas B. Woodruff
J. Christopher Wyse
Mark L. Yeager
Mark S. Young
Roger Young
Nicholas C. Zagotta
Dave Zawisza
Paul D. Ziemer, Jr.
Ben Ziolkowski

We exist for the love of the game, the spirit
of competition, the camaraderie of the golf
community—and the pride that comes from
awarding college scholarships to caddies
who need our help.
It is the generosity and unwavering spirit of
the golf community that keeps us on course
to continued success.
WESTERN GOLF ASSOCIATION
EVANS SCHOLARS FOUNDATION
Funding Caddie Scholarships Since 1930
Photo Credits: Charles Cherney and Mike Kelly
Produced by Anne Reusché & Creative Commune, Chicago
Printed on recycled paper.