Birdies for Charity Program Sets New Record With $20.1 Million Raised for Local Charities
The 2026 Birdies for Charity program, associated with the John Deere Classic, has raised a record $20.1 million for 492 local and regional charities in the Davenport-Rock Island-Moline area.
Davenport Rock Island Moline, IA, October 8, 2026 —
The 2026 iteration of the Birdies for Charity program, an initiative linked to the John Deere Classic, has achieved a significant milestone, generating a record total of $20.1 million. These funds are designated to support 492 local and regional charitable organizations operating within the Davenport-Rock Island-Moline area.
This year’s fundraising surpasses previous records, marking a new high for the program. The substantial sum raised highlights the community’s commitment to supporting a diverse array of non-profit causes through this annual event.
The Birdies for Charity program operates by collecting pledges from donors based on the number of birdies scored by professional golfers during the John Deere Classic tournament. A ‘birdie’ is a golf term referring to a score of one stroke under par on a hole.
The total amount of $20.1 million will be distributed among 492 distinct charities. The specific allocation for each charity was not detailed in the provided information. These organizations serve various needs within the Davenport-Rock Island-Moline region, contributing to local welfare, community development, and other essential services.
The association with the John Deere Classic, a professional golf tournament, provides a significant platform for the Birdies for Charity program to engage donors and maximize its charitable impact. The program’s structure allows golf enthusiasts and community members to contribute to causes they care about by supporting the tournament’s participants.
The exact dates for the 2026 John Deere Classic tournament were not provided. The success of the Birdies for Charity program in 2026 underscores its vital role in supporting the non-profit sector and its consistent growth in donor participation and financial contributions over the years.
Story summarized from the original created by Sharon Wren on www.ourquadcities.com, see more information here.
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