Nonprofit Donations to Surpass $1 Million at First Business Bank’s 15th Charity Golf Invitational
First Business Bank’s Charity Golf Invitational will reach a historic milestone, surpassing $1 million in total donations to Wisconsin nonprofits since the tournament’s inception in 2011. The 15th annual event, featuring competitions in both Madison and Milwaukee areas, is scheduled to award $144,000 in new donations, pushing the cumulative total over the seven-figure mark.
The milestone represents an extraordinary achievement for a tournament that began with a simple yet innovative concept: two-person golf teams compete on behalf of a charity they choose, with tournament entry fees becoming prize donations for the winning nonprofits.
South Central Wisconsin Charity Golf Invitational
September 17, 2025 | 10:30 am – 6:00 pm Nakoma Golf Course, Madison, Wisconsin
Southeast Wisconsin Charity Golf Invitational
September 22, 2025 | 10:30 am – 6:00 pm The Legend at Bristlecone, Hartland, Wisconsin
Schedule of Events:
- 10:30 am: Check-in, networking, and lunch
- 12:00 pm: Shotgun start tournament play
- 4:00 pm: Cocktails and appetizers in clubhouse
- 5:30 pm: Awards ceremony with check presentations to winning charities
Please note: In case of inclement weather, the golf course will determine golf play. If inclement weather cancels the event, designated charities receive entry fees from their golf teams.
In this unique tournament format, each team pays a $2,000 entry fee that becomes part of pooled donations. The charities chosen by the five best-performing golf teams receive prize donations, ensuring several nonprofits benefit at each event. First Business Bank covers all tournament expenses so 100% of the entry fees go directly to winning charities.
Since 2011, the First Business Bank’s Charity Golf Invitationals have made more than 95 donations to a wide variety of nonprofits. Read more about the legacy of the Charity Golf Invitational.
