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37th Annual Grand Traverse CMU Alumni Scholarship Golf Outing and Reception

Details:
Remembering Founding CMU Alumnus Thomas "Bud" Moore '55

Join fellow CMU Alumni and friends for the 37th Annual Grand Traverse Alumni Scholarship Golf Outing on Monday, July 14th, at the Grand Traverse Resort and Spa! 

Over the past 37 years, the outing has awarded more than $375,000 in scholarships to more than 160 students from AntrimBenzieGrand TraverseKalkaska, and Leelanau counties. Support the cause and join us as a participant and sponsor. We strive to raise over $25,000 in scholarship funds for CMU students from the Grand Traverse area for the 2026 – 2027 school year. Read more about the impact of the outing here! 

Each golfer registration includes:

  • 18-hole foursome scramble on the Wolverine Course ⛳️  
    • Shared golf carts included
    • Men, Women, and Mixed teams
    • Singles/doubles will be placed by the course
  • A golfer gift provided by the CMU Bookstore 📚
    • Columbia® High Stakes Golf Polo
      • Men's Fit (Maroon) and Women's Fit (White)first-come, first-served
      • Please indicate all team members' sizes on the registration form
  • Lunch to-go and a drink ticket 🎟️
    • Lunch includes a TC Turkey Wrap, chips, and bottled water sponsored by Paul Davis Restoration
      • TC Turkey Wrap: Wheat Tortilla, Hickory Turkey, Cherry Chutney, Cream Cheese, Spinach, Onion
      • Vegan/GF Portabella Wrap (Gluten Free Wrap, Roasted Red Peppers, Cucumber, Garlic Hummus, Avocado, Whole Grain Mustard) available upon requestmust be indicated on registration
    • The drink ticket is valid for one beverage of your choice, compliments of the committee
  • Attendance at the Awards Reception 🥇
    • Celebrate the winning teams and scholarship recipients following the outing
    • Enjoy heavy appetizers, a cash bar, and a brief program in a comfortably air-conditioned space
    • CMU raffle prizes, a silent auction, a 50/50 drawing, and more

🗓️ Event Details

When 

Monday, July 14, 2025
8:30 a.m. | Golfer Check-In    
10:00 a.m. | Shotgun Start - Scramble
3:30 p.m. | Reception  

Where 

Grand Traverse Resort and Spa (Wolverine Course) 
100 Grand Traverse Village Blvd.  
Acme, MI 49610  
(231) 534-6000  

Cost 

Explore our sponsorship opportunities—many include golf and reception benefits! Alternatively, choose a ticket option below:

$800 - Foursome Golf & Reception ($214 tax-deductible)  
$200 - Individual Golf & Reception ($53 tax-deductible)  
$55   - Individual Award Reception ONLY   

Hotel Accommodations 

A discounted block of rooms has been secured at Grand Traverse Resort & Spa for anyone requiring overnight accommodations. Room reservations are the responsibility of the attendee and are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Click here to make your reservation.   


📢 Support the Cause! 2025 Sponsorship Opportunities 

Title Sponsor - $10,000 (Limit One - SOLD) | CMU BOOKSTORE  

  • Two (2) foursomes of golf & award reception 
  • Logo placement on all tee signs 
  • Prominent logo placement on all marketing materials
  • PA recognition
  • Name on a tee sign
    • Tax-Deductible Amount: $8,809  
Platinum Sponsor - $2,500 (Limit Two) | INDEPENDENT BANK 
  • One (1) foursome of golf & award reception 
  • Logo placement on all tee signs 
  • PA recognition 
  • Logo in the reception program 
  • Name on a tee sign 
    • Tax-Deductible Amount: $1,894  

Gold Sponsor - $1,000 (Unlimited) 

  • One (1) foursome of golf & award reception 
  • Name in the reception program
  • Name on a tee sign 
    • Tax-Deductible Amount: $394 

Lunch Sponsor - $750 (Limit One) 

  • Two (2) attendees at the award reception (heavy appetizers & drink tickets) 
  • Exclusive logo placement on golfer lunches 
  • PA recognition 
  • Name in the program 
  • Name on a tee sign 
    • Tax-Deductible Amount: $623 

Awards Sponsor - $750 (Limit One) 

  • Two (2) attendees at the award reception (heavy appetizers & drink tickets) 
  • Exclusive logo placement on winning envelopes 
  • PA recognition 
  • Name in the program 
  • Name on a tee sign 
    • Tax-Deductible Amount: $623  

Golf Cart Sponsor - $750 (Limit One)

  • Two (2) attendees at the award reception (heavy appetizers & drink tickets) 
  • Exclusive logo placement on each golf cart
  • PA recognition
  • Name in the program
  • Name on a tee sign 
    • Tax-Deductible Amount: $623 

Driving Range Sponsor - $750 (Limit One) 

  • Two (2) attendees at the award reception (heavy appetizers & drink tickets) 
  • Exclusive tee sign placement on the driving range
  • PA recognition 
  • Name in the program 
  • Name on a tee sign 
    • Tax-Deductible Amount: $623

Putting Green Sponsor - $750 (Limit One) 

  • Two (2) attendees at the award reception (heavy appetizers & drink tickets) 
  • Exclusive tee sign placement on the putting green 
  • PA recognition 
  • Name in the program 
  • Name on a tee sign 
    • Tax-Deductible Amount: $623

Scorecard Sponsor - $750 (Limit One) 

  • Two (2) attendees at the award reception (heavy appetizers & drink tickets) 
  • Exclusive logo placement on golf scorecards
  • PA recognition 
  • Name in the program 
  • Name on a tee sign 
    • Tax-Deductible Amount: $623 

Reception Sponsor - $500 (Limit Four) 

  • Two (2) attendees at the award reception (heavy appetizers & drink tickets) 
  • Prominent signage at the reception 
  • Name in the program
  • Name on a tee sign 
    • Tax-Deductible Amount: $373 

Water Sponsor - $200 (Limit One - SOLD) | PAUL DAVIS RESTORATION

  • Two (2) attendees at the award reception (heavy appetizers & drink tickets) 
  • Name in the program
  • Name on a tee sign 
    • Tax-Deductible Amount: $73  

Tee Sign - $200 (Unlimited) 

  • Listed in the program
  • Name on a tee sign 
    • Tax-Deductible Amount: $180  

Interested in making an additional donation?

See the crowdfunding page here: 


✅ Register Today! 

You may register by filling out the form details below, calling the office of Alumni Relations at 989-774-3312, or printing this PDF (link to be added) and returning it by mail.  

  • If you are registering for a golf foursome, please include ALL team members' names, lunch selections, and shirt sizes of all four individuals in the registration form below by clicking "Add Guest." 
  • RSVP for golf and/or your sponsorship by Sunday, July 7th. Any changes/additions to golf teams must be submitted to Alumni Relations by Thursday, July 10th. Any changes after this time will be handled at check-in on the day of the event.   
  • All golf and sponsorship sales are final. 

Thank you for your support! Fire Up Chips🔥⬆️

Date: -
Time: -
Location: 100 Grand Traverse Village Blvd.
Acme, MI
Sponsor: Alumni Relations
Contact: Alumni Relations alumni@cmich.edu 989-774-3312
Register Here by July 10th!
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