Coggins Golf Tournament

A local tradition. A big impact.

The Coggins Classic Charity Golf Tournament brings together local businesses, sponsors, golfers, and community members for one purpose: raising meaningful funds for a local nonprofit organization doing important work in our region.

Over the past four years, the Coggins Classic has collectively raised more than $150,000 to support organizations like Sunrise Family Resource Center, Bennington County Child Advocacy Center, Bennington Little League, and Cancer Center Community Crusaders.

Who We’re Playing For

2026 Beneficiary: [TBD / April 10th 2026]

Want to be considered for this year's beneficiary?
Applications open March 1st - March 31st. Final 3 chosen by Coggins team by April 5th. Community voting April 6th- April 10th @ 6PM. 

How the Tournament Works

The Coggins Classic is a community fundraiser + golf outing, powered by:

• Player registrations (individuals and teams)

• Sponsorships from local businesses

• Raffles, contests, and on-course games

• Additional donations from supporters

Whether you’re golfing, sponsoring, donating, or volunteering — you’re helping make the impact bigger.

Player Registration Deadline

Friday, August 21st, 2026

Tournament Format

Four Person Scramble: Each team member tees off on every hole. After the initial tee shots, the team selects the best shot out of their teammates and then each team member plays their next shot from that spot. This continues throughout the rest of the shots on the hole including putting.

Sponsorship Opportunities

Sponsorships are what make this event possible — and they’re a powerful way for local businesses to support the community while getting visibility with hundreds of attendees and supporters.

Sponsorship packages typically include options like:

• Presenting / Title Sponsor

• Lunch / Dinner Sponsor

• Cart Sponsor

• Contest or Hole Sponsor

• Raffle / Prize Sponsor

Raffles, Contests & On-Course Fun

Tournament day includes ways to win, donate, and have fun, such as:

• Raffle prizes

• 50/50 or cash games (if applicable)

• Putting contest / longest drive / closest to the pin (TBD)

• Special sponsor activations

Details will be updated as the tournament approaches.

Beneficiary Partnership Expectations

The Coggins Classic beneficiary is a hands-on partner, not a passive recipient.

Selected organizations are expected to:

• Dedicate 2–3 planning representatives (April–August)

• Attend planning meetings (monthly, then more frequently as the event nears)

• Help solicit sponsors, donors, and players

• Provide at least 5 volunteers to help run the event on tournament day

This structure helps us grow the tournament and maximize impact year over year.