A Record-Setting Round: Celebrating TEEllipsis ’26

The final numbers are nearly in, and TEEllipsis ’26: The Ellipsis Eighteen has once again made history.

Thanks to the generosity of golfers, sponsors, auction participants, volunteers and supporters, this year’s tournament and virtual auction raised more than $160,000 for Ellipsis. While a few final details are still being confirmed, one thing is certain: This year’s event set a new fundraising record.

It marks the fourth consecutive year TEEllipsis has broken its fundraising record — reflecting the growing community of people who believe in Ellipsis and the kids and families we serve across Iowa.

Since the tournament began in 1998, TEEllipsis has raised more than $2.3 million to support Ellipsis programs and services.

Eighteen Holes, One Shared Purpose

TEEllipsis has always been more than a day on a beautiful golf course. It is an opportunity for businesses, community leaders and friends of Ellipsis to come together around a shared purpose: helping children, teens and families find stability, healing and hope.

This year’s Ellipsis Eighteen brought that purpose to life through a full day of fun, connection and generosity. The virtual auction gave people another opportunity to participate, whether they joined us at the course or supported Ellipsis from afar.

Every registration, sponsorship, auction bid, contribution and award donated back to Ellipsis helped move our mission forward.

Thank You to Our Sponsors

An event of this size and impact would not be possible without the businesses, foundations and individuals who generously invested their time and resources.

We are grateful to our Presenting Sponsor, Sammons Financial, for helping lead the way and demonstrating an ongoing commitment to Ellipsis and our community.

We also extend our sincere thanks to:

Community Champions

Nationwide
Don and Margo Blumenthal

19th Hole Happy Hour Sponsor

Academy Roofing

Lunch Sponsor

Hy-Vee

Beverage Sponsor

William and Ann Trebilcock Foundation

Impact Alley Sponsors

The Waldinger Corporation
Polk County Board of Supervisors

Warmup Sponsor

JT3 Construction

Their partnership made every part of the day possible, from the first warmup swing to the final gathering at the 19th hole.

Celebrating Our Hole Sponsors

We are also thankful for the many hole sponsors who supported TEEllipsis ’26 and helped create a welcoming and engaging experience throughout the course.

Each sponsor played an important role in the day’s success, and we are grateful to have so many organizations and individuals standing beside Ellipsis.

We also appreciate the Ellipsis staff and board members who volunteered. From greeting golfers and assisting sponsors to managing activities and solving behind-the-scenes challenges, their teamwork ensured everything ran smoothly.

Their commitment reflects the same care and dedication they bring to Ellipsis throughout the year.

More Than a Fundraising Record

Raising nearly $162,000 is worth celebrating, but the true success of TEEllipsis ’26 cannot be measured by a number alone.

It can be seen in the hundreds of people who came together because they believe children and families deserve assistance and guidance during some of the most difficult moments of their lives. It can be felt every day we are able to continue the important work we do at Ellipsis.

To everyone who golfed, sponsored, donated, volunteered, bid in the virtual auction or spread the word: thank you.

You made this record-setting year possible, and your generosity will continue to make an impact long after the final putt.