MONROE — The Monroe Clinic & Hospital Foundation’s annual “Little Golf” and Grill event, held on June 17, once again brought together community members for an evening filled with laughter, camaraderie, and purpose. 

The event began with an afternoon of mini golf at Swissland Miniature Golf in New Glarus. Hospice volunteers and staff provided games and fun facts about hospice throughout the course until the Alp Horns signaled the transition to a festive dinner and program under the tent at Chalet Landhaus Inn. During the program, the Colden Family shared their hospice story and gratitude for their loved one’s care so that “they could be family, not caretakers”.   

Thanks to the generous support of local businesses, donors, and attendees, the event raised $78,853 in support of local hospice care. This brings the total raised over the event’s 33-year history to more than $1,084,000. 

“It’s remarkable to see the community come together year after year in support of our hospice services,” said Jane Sybers, Executive Director of the Monroe Clinic & Hospital Foundation, part of SSM Health. “This event is a celebration of gratitude for the care provided, for the families served, and for the generosity that makes it all possible.” 

The Foundation extends heartfelt thanks to the event’s Founding Sponsor, Hans Lenzlinger and family. Their generosity, along with that of Chef Mike and Shawna Nevil, underwrote the entire event to ensure that every dollar raised directly supports hospice services. 

Additional appreciation goes to this year’s Diamond Level Sponsors: The Kalscheur Family Foundation, Epic, and Only in Wisconsin Giving, Incorporated, as well as all our donors, sponsors, and attendees.

To learn how to support the Monroe Clinic & Hospital Foundation and make a difference in the community, visit givetossmhealth.org.