Whirlpool Community Golf Event Raises $3 Million for Southwest Michigan Youth

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Whirlpool (NYSE:WHR) reported that its 23rd annual Whirlpool Community Charity Golf Event, held August 2–3, 2026 in Southwest Michigan, raised $3 million for local youth. More than 800 golfers played across six area courses, supported by Whirlpool and its global suppliers and partners.

According to Whirlpool, the event has now generated approximately $40 million over 23 years, benefiting more than 15,000 local youth each year. Key beneficiaries include the Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Southwest Michigan, First Tee of Benton Harbor, and local public school foundations. The 2026 event also featured the new Wee Course and a fireside chat with Emmitt Smith and Scott Dolson.

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Key Figures

Funds Raised: $3 million Golfers: More than 800 golfers Golf Courses: Six courses +4 more

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Funds Raised $3 million 2026 Whirlpool Community Charity Golf Event

Golfers More than 800 golfers 2026 charity golf event

Golf Courses Six courses 2026 charity golf event

Event Anniversary 23rd annual event Whirlpool Community Charity Golf Event

Lifetime Fundraising Approximately $40 million Over the event's 23-year history

Local Youth Reached More than 15,000 local youth every year Event impact in the community

Wee Course Length 9-hole New pitch-and-putt golf course

Historical Context

5 past events · Latest: Jul 23 (Neutral)

Pattern 5 events

Date	Event	Sentiment	24h Move	Catalyst
Jul 23	Earnings schedule	Neutral	+4.4%	Release and call dates were rescheduled while the CEO recovered from a bicycle accident.
Jul 22	Marketing partnership	Positive	+1.9%	GrowthLoop collaboration targeted personalized marketing for the KitchenAid Small Appliances portfolio.
Jul 20	Earnings schedule	Neutral	-1.3%	Company announced second-quarter results release and investor conference-call dates.
Jun 24	Corporate anniversary	Positive	+4.6%	Company highlighted domestic manufacturing, donations, and long-term community partnerships.
Jun 15	Debt tender offer	Negative	-4.2%	Whirlpool priced cash tender offers for 2026 and 2027 notes.

24h Move is the share-price change in the day after each event; other market factors may also have contributed.

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With 800+ golfers across six courses, the annual event brings its lifetime fundraising total to approximately $40 million.

BENTON HARBOR, Mich., Aug. 6, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- On Aug. 2nd and 3rd, more than 800 golfers teed off for the 23rd annual Whirlpool Community Charity Golf Event, raising $3 million for local youth in the company's headquarters community in Southwest Michigan.

Supported by Whirlpool Corporation and the company's suppliers and partners from around the world, this event serves as the single largest fundraiser for vital youth organizations in the area, enabling them to provide essential services and foster a bright future for young people in the community. Over its 23-year history, the event has brought thousands of people together in our community and raised approximately $40 million, creating a lasting impact for more than 15,000 local youth every single year.

Key Beneficiaries of the Whirlpool Community Charity Golf Event:

• Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Southwest Michigan
• First Tee of Benton Harbor
• Local public school foundations, including Benton Harbor, Lakeshore, and St. Joseph, Mich.

"For over two decades, the Whirlpool Community Charity Golf Event has united our community to raise nearly $40 million for our youth," said Pam Klyn, president of the Whirlpool Foundation. "The impact of this event is measured in more than dollars; it's in the thousands of local students who have a safe place to go after school, essential educational tools and the critical life skills to thrive—both on and off the course."

This year's golf event has a record number of players and was hosted across six local golf courses, including Point 'O Woods, Hawkshead, Orchard Hills, Chikaming, the Dunes Club, and Harbor Shores.  Players also enjoyed the new Wee Course, a 9-hole pitch-and-putt golf course designed by Hall of Fame golfer Colin Montegomerie.

Highlighting the event's ability to connect athletic excellence with community impact, attendees also gathered for a fireside chat with NFL Hall of Fame running back Emmitt Smith and Indiana University Athletic Director Scott Dolson. The shared anecdotes and values of perseverance and collaboration underscored the heart of the event, rallying supporters around a collective promise to pave a brighter, opportunity-abundant path forward for Berrien County's youth.

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SOURCE Whirlpool Corporation

FAQ

How much did the 2026 Whirlpool Community Charity Golf Event raise for Southwest Michigan youth (WHR)?

The 2026 Whirlpool Community Charity Golf Event raised $3 million for Southwest Michigan youth. According to Whirlpool, the funds support vital local youth organizations, helping them provide safe spaces, educational tools, and life-skills programs for young people in the company’s headquarters community.

What is the total amount raised to date by the Whirlpool Community Charity Golf Event (WHR)?

The Whirlpool Community Charity Golf Event has raised approximately $40 million over 23 years. According to Whirlpool, this long-running initiative now supports more than 15,000 local youth every year through community organizations focused on education, after-school programs, and life-skills development.

Which youth organizations benefit from the Whirlpool Community Charity Golf Event 2026 (WHR)?

Key beneficiaries include the Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Southwest Michigan, First Tee of Benton Harbor, and local public school foundations. According to Whirlpool, supported districts include Benton Harbor, Lakeshore, and St. Joseph, helping fund essential youth services and programs in Southwest Michigan.

When and where was the 23rd Whirlpool Community Charity Golf Event held in 2026 (WHR)?

The 23rd Whirlpool Community Charity Golf Event took place on August 2–3, 2026, in Southwest Michigan. According to Whirlpool, the tournament was hosted across six local courses, including Point 'O Woods, Hawkshead, Orchard Hills, Chikaming, the Dunes Club, and Harbor Shores.

How many golfers and golf courses were involved in Whirlpool’s 2026 charity golf event (WHR)?

More than 800 golfers participated across six local golf courses in 2026. According to Whirlpool, this record player turnout supported the event’s largest-ever multi-course setup and helped drive the $3 million in funds raised for Southwest Michigan youth organizations.

What impact does the Whirlpool Community Charity Golf Event have on local youth each year (WHR)?

The event supports programs reaching more than 15,000 local youth annually. According to Whirlpool, proceeds help provide safe after-school spaces, educational resources, and life-skills training, enabling youth-focused organizations in Berrien County and the broader Southwest Michigan area to expand essential services.