2010 Calendar
August 6 through 16 - Annual Price Cutter Charity Championship
Held at the beautiful Highland Springs Country Club, this annual golfing event serves as a springboard for young PGA players and raises money for local charities. The Good Samaritan Boys Ranch receives funding from this annual event.
August 1 to 31 – Back to School Promotion with Staples
Held annually with Staples, this promotion provides school supplies and money for back to school clothes for the boys at the Ranch. Collection barrels are located at each Staples location in Springfield.
Saturday, August 28 – BioLife Run for the Young 5K and 10K Race
On Frisco Highline Trail sponsored by BioLife Plasma Center.
Thursday, September 16 - Big Whiskeys Bartender Shoot-Out.
This first annual event will match Springfield area bartenders who will compete for trophies and bragging rights. All drinks prepared in competition will be auctioned off with proceeds benefiting the Good Samaritan Boys Ranch. A 50/50 raffle and appetizers are included in $5 cover charge. Festivities begin at 6 p.m. at Big Whiskeys located in Downtown Springfield at 311 East Park Central.
Saturday, September 18 – Boys Ranch Outdoor Challenge at Springfield Lake Boathouse
Offers two outdoor events – a 5K/10K trail run and canoe/kayak race. Individual and team divisions, prizes, food and fun! The trail race begins at 8 a.m. followed by the canoe/kayak race at 10 a.m.
Good Samaritan Boathouse Race
Saturday, September 18, 2010, Springfield Lake Boathouse, 5K Trail Run @ 8:00 a.m. 5K Canoe/Kayak Race @ 10:00 a.m. Food, Fun, Awards and Prizes!
November & December – Give a Boy a Golden Christmas Holiday Direct Mail & Gift Drive
This annual mailing and gift drive held in conjunction with 99 Hit FM Radio and the Bolivar Herald Free Press provides a bright holiday for the boys who will be spending the holidays at the Ranch.
December 26 – 11th Annual Good Samaritan Run for the Ranch
Sponsored by Ozark Mountain Ridge Runners features a 5K, 10K, half marathon and full marathon. Register on-line at www.omrr.org