‘Givingmas’ Golf Classic set for 9/24

By Dawn Redig

Two North Texas nonprofits dedicated to helping people overcome life’s toughest challenges are joining forces to create even greater impact through the 5th Annual Givingmas Golf Classic, set for Thursday, Sept. 24, at Tenison Park Golf Course in Dallas.

The annual tournament brings together local businesses, community leaders, golfers and supporters for a day of friendly competition with a meaningful purpose — raising funds that help individuals and families overcome obstacles, achieve greater independence and build brighter futures.

Since its inception, the Givingmas Golf Classic has raised more than $150,000, supporting the life-changing work of Givingmas and, this year, its nonprofit partner, the Dallas Amputee Network.

Givingmas is committed to providing “a hand up, not a handout,” working one-on-one with families who are actively pursuing self-sufficiency. Through personalized support that includes budgeting and financial education, career development, transportation assistance, credit repair and other resources, the organization helps families build lasting stability rather than simply addressing immediate needs.

Reliable transportation is often the difference between keeping a job and losing one, making it one of the greatest barriers to long-term self-sufficiency. Thanks to the generosity of community partners including Planet Ford, Classic Chevrolet, and many other businesses and donors, Givingmas has provided more than $55,000 in critical vehicle repairs, more than $25,000 in auto insurance assistance and gifted seven vehicles valued at more than $110,000 to families working toward independence. Those investments have helped parents get to work, children get to school and families move forward with dignity and hope.

The tournament will be played in a four-person scramble format on the scenic, tree-lined fairways of Tenison Park Golf Course, welcoming golfers of every skill level. To register, visit events.golfstatus.com/event/givingmas-golf-classic-2026.