The Morton Golf Foundation is a 501c3 organization that raises funds for golf programs in the Sacramento community.
Morton Golf Foundation – Annual Report 2024
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Last year, Suzy Schneider, Program Manager for PGA HOPE (Helping Our Patriots Everywhere) was asked to speak at a Morton Golf Foundation Board meeting regarding their programs and helping Veterans through the game of golf. When Suzy ended up telling us all the wonderful things that PGA HOPE does one of our board members asked, “What does PGA HOPE need?”. Suzy answered back, “An adaptive cart to continue to help our wounded Veterans play with everyone else”. When Suzy left … read more
Teddy Ray Gallagher was born on May 27, 1943, in Oregon. He was the third child born to Ray and Dorothy Gallagher. The family moved to Ducor, California, and later Aptos, California, after Ted graduated high school. While living in Aptos, Ted attended Cabrillo Junior College for two years. After college, Ted went to work for Wonder World department stores. He became the supervisor for the jewelry, camera, and luggage departments for stores from Fresno to Redding. Ted met Mary … read more
The 2nd annual trick or treat held at Haggin Oaks was attended by over 150 families! Under beautiful sunny skies Haggin Oaks was turned into a scary haunted Halloween theme by the guidance of Brandy Legay, Food & Beverage Assistant Manager at Haggin Oaks. Thanks to Morton Golf Foundation volunteers who helped at the 10 candy sites greeting and handing out candy to the little ghosts and goblins. “Trick or Treat” could be heard far and wide over the golf … read more
Andy Paisal, past Golf Rep for GT Golf and Bag Boy passed away last year. Andy was a recognized junior golfer in the Northern California and well known by Haggin Oaks staff. His family wanted to remember him for what Andy did best, giving back to junior golf. When Andy was ever asked to support Junior golf, he never said, No. Every time he continued to give back and pay it forward. Last Friday, October 4th was Andy’s birthday and that … read more
The 10th Annual L5 Investments Capital Cup was held September 13-15, 2024 For the past 10 years 32 golfers from our Greater Sacramento have come together to play 3 days of golf to raise money for the charity of their choice. Morton Golf Foundation is proud to have our President, Tom Morton playing for the Morton Golf Foundation. These players play 3 days straight in a Ryder Cup format with the winning team playing for an additional $100,000.00 split between … read more
Nearly 500 athletes and their caregivers gathered at Haggin Oaks Golf Complex for a day of fun, and skill-building, and camaraderie at the Special Olympics Golf Regionals. For the past fourteen years Morton Golf Foundation has been a key sponsor of Special Olympics Golf Regionals at Haggin Oaks Golf Complex. This year, nearly 500 Special Olympics Athletes & their caregivers showed up with a positive attitude knowing they were going to spend a fun morning at the golf course. Several … read more
On Sunday, September 9, The 76th Annual Walter and Olga Strand Junior/Senior Championship Tournament occurred at Barley Cavanaugh Golf Course. The Lee sisters, Sophia & Olivia teamed up with Sacramento City Golf Council members Nanci Smith and Mark Perry for a competitive round of golf. Both of these teams shot 68 with their handicaps in this event. This event uses the Champman Scotch format which was a lot of fun to watch as they hit alternate shots. To sign-up for … read more
Where are they now? We have an updated on a few of our past MGF Junior STARS! Nikki Chindavong: MGF Scholarship winner 2023, MGF Jr Grant winner 2017 to 2023 (7 years). Sophomore at UNR, currently working at Jr camps for NCIG, continues to volunteer for MGF. Darla Dela Torre: MGF Scholarship winner 2024, MGF Jr Grant winner 2016 to 2024 ( 9 years, started at 9 years old). Committed to Sac State for 2024, will play on the golf … read more
Cameron Champ came to Morton Golf Foundation when he was a Junior in High School looking for funding. His thoughts were to play in International golf tournaments to increase his awareness for his future to play on the PGA TOUR. The rest is history. . . Cameron, now 29 years old graduated from Texas A & M, is married & resides in Houston, TX. He just finished his 2nd round in the Barracuda Championship with 2 days to go with … read more