A Capital Campaign for the RECREATION COMPLEX

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Golf Challenge 2025

March - October

Spearheaded by Former World No.1, World Golf Hall of Famer, and four-time Major Champion, Ernie Els, the Golf Challenge consists of a series of regional events at top-rated golf courses across the U.S. and Canada from March to October.

The Els for Autism Golf Challenge is one of the largest charity-driven, amateur golf tournaments. Since its inception in 2011, the Golf Challenge has raised over $40.6 million, supporting our vision of creating limitless possibilities for individuals with autism.


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Current Progress $3,565,000


2025 Golf Challenge Schedule

  1. Mon March 10, 2025 Scottsdale AZ
  2. Mon May 5, 2025 Palm City FL
  3. Mon June 2, 2025 Gladwyne PA
  4. Mon June 9, 2025 Gladstone NJ
  5. Mon June 9, 2025 Duluth GA
  6. Mon July 14, 2025 Westchester IL
  7. Mon July 28, 2025 University Place WA
  8. Mon August 4, 2025 University Place WA
  9. Mon September 8, 2025 San Francisco CA
  10. Mon September 15, 2025 Frisco TX
  11. Mon Sept 16, 2024 Westchester IL



2025 Grand Finale

Teams, sponsors, and affiliate events who raise $15,000 or more during the 2025 Golf Challenge regional event series will enjoy a two-day extravaganza of golf and entertainment. Those who raise $30,000 or more during the 2025 Golf Challenge regional event series will receive an extra night of hotel accommodation and a letter and gift from Ernie Els. All guests are welcome to attend a welcome party, awards ceremony, and a fabulous gala celebration. Click here to visit the Grand Finale website to learn more.

Dates: November 6-8, 2025

Location: The Bahamas

Hotel: Baha Mar

Golf Course: TBC

See. below for images of our past Grand Finale events!



Thank You to Our Sponsors!


Click here to view the 2025 Golf Challenge Sponsorship Brochure