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Sep. 16, 2024
8:00 am  -  6:00 pm ET

2024 Van Andel Institute Golf Outing

Congratulations to our winners!

Championship Division – 1st Place

Midwest Capital Advisors

  • Mark Satkoski
  • Jack Tunge
  • Tripp VanderWal
  • Scott Bishop

Men’s Division – 1st Place

Bluewater

  • Jim Vurpillat
  • Scott Stenstrom
  • Joe Doody
  • Scott Hill

Women’s Division – 1st Place

David and Carol Van Andel Family Foundation

  • Beth VanPortfliet
  • Sally Tyler
  • Marcy Roth
  • Carol Van Andel

Mixed Couples – 1st Place

First National Bank of Michigan

  • Jefra Groendyk
  • Dan Bitzer
  • Denny Cherette
  • Mike Tierney

Contest Winners:

  • Longest Drive Contest Winner for Men Hole #1: Jack Tunge

  • Longest Drive Contest Winner for Ladies Hole #1: Deb DeGraaf

  • Longest Drive Contest Winner for Men on Hole #10: Don Lindeman

  • Longest Drive Contest Winner for Ladies on Hole #10: Shauna Erard

  • Closest to the Pin Contest Winner for Men on Hole #4: Dave Garrett

  • Closest to the Pin Contest Winner for Ladies on Hole #6: Beth VanPortfliet

  • Closest to the Pin Contest Winner for Men on Hole #13: Scott Stenstrom

  • Closest to the Pin Contest Winner for Ladies on Hole #15: Shannon Smith

  • 8:30 am Driving range opens
    Registration
    Breakfast and coffee available on patio
    Silent auction opens
    Raffle ticket sales available
  • 9:45 am Golfers make their way to the start
  • 10:00 am Remarks and brief program at the start
    Jack Doles – Welcome
    David Van Andel – Van Andel Institute Update
    David Von Ins – Rules of play and official start
  • 10:30 am Shotgun start
    Available on the course throughout the day: Lunches available starting at 12:00 p.m. at the turn, Two full bars for beverages on course
  • 3:45 pm Golfers return to clubhouse
    Cocktail hour
  • 5:30 pm Drone Drop Raffle Drawing and announcement of Tournament Winners & Contest Winners by David Van Andel
    Buffet dinner in Wuskowhan Clubhouse
    Silent auction closes
  • 6:30 pm Event Ends

Thank you to our incredible 2024 sponsors!

One-Year Private Destination Golf Membership | Valued at $30,000

Dormie Network offers far more than just 18 holes: each club creates customized experiences for entertaining—and impressing. It’s the most highly curated overnight experience in private destination golf.

Membership gets you access to:

  • Six nationally ranked courses designed by master architects. No greens fees, cart fees, or reciprocal play arrangements.
  • Onsite cottages in various sizes per club, with four master suites, fireplace, fully stocked bar, and private patio and firepit.
  • Regionally inspired, seasonal farm-to-course menus and a creative cocktail program to be enjoyed at the clubhouse, in a private dining space, or at your cottage.
  • Fully stocked golf shops, club fittings, personal shopping, custom orders, corporate merchandising, and cottage gifts for your stay.
  • State-of-the-art practice facilities and personalized clinics.

Starting bid is $7,500.

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Donated by Dormie Network Foundation.

Arcadia Bluffs Golf Club Package
Golf for four at this stunning course in Arcadia, Michigan. Valid through May 31, 2025.
Value: $880 | Starting Bid: $440

Blythefield Country Club Package
Golf for three with carts at this historic and gorgeous course in Belmont. The three players are to play with Blythefield members Dave or Beth VanPortfliet.
Value: $500 | Starting Bid: $250

Cascade Hills Country Club Golf Package
One round of 18 holes for group of four with cart.
Value: $520 | Starting Bid: $260

Custer Design Package
Package for Commercial Design — 20 Hours.
Value: $4,000 | Starting Bid: $2,000 

Design One Salon Package
$500 gift certificate for your choice of services.
Value: $500 | Starting Bid: $250

Egypt Valley Golf Package
Golf for three including a Smith family member, donated by Kasie Smith.
Value: $350 | Starting Bid: $175

Grand Rapids Griffins VAI Purple Community Game Package
Grand Rapids Griffins purple jersey, four vouchers to a Griffins game and four vouchers to a Rise game.
Value: $520 | Starting Bid: $260

Gull Lake View Golf Resort Package
$500 gift card to Stoatin Brae course in Kalamazoo.
Value: $500 | Starting Bid: $250 

Harbor Shores Golf Package
Golf for four at the Jack Nicklaus Signature Golf Course, a premier destination reflecting the high standards of the world’s leading design firm, Nicklaus Design. 
Value: $900 | Starting Bid: $450

Hope College Football Package
Hope College football helmet, four all-access passes, four “fall sports” passes, and Hope College shorts, t-shirt, and sweatshirt.
Value: $500 | Starting Bid: $250

“Intro to Pickleball Camp” Package for 16 Players led by Pickleball Experts at 20×44 Sports
Enjoy a two-hour beginner’s pickleball lesson at the Amway Grand Plaza Hotel Rooftop Pickleball Courts. The package is for up to 16 players and can be held at a time of your choosing. You can bring coworkers, employees, or friends to learn from the pickleball experts at 20×44 sports.
Value: $1,000 | Starting Bid: $500

Kent Country Club Golf Package
One round of golf with a cart for four at Kent Country Club, the first country club in all of Michigan and one of the premier country clubs in the state.
Value: $500 | Starting Bid: $250

Kingsley Golf Club Package
One round of 18 holes for group of four with cart caddie.
Value: $800 | Starting Bid: $400

Lake Michigan Happy Hour Package
Wine and cheese happy hour evening on Lake Michigan, coordinated with Tim and Kim Long.
Value: $1,000 | Starting Bid: $500 

Michigan State University vs. Purdue — Four Tickets to Football Game
Sideline Club, Section 22, Row 7, Seats 11–14. Game date is Nov. 22, 2024.
Value: $400 | Starting Bid: $200

Pickleball Tote Bag and Accessories
“Pickleball Vibes” tote bag filled with the following: Holbrook Mav Pro paddle, Holbrook Mav Pro E paddle, a set of three Holbrook outdoor pickleballs, baseball hat, visor, pickleball mug, two can coolers, and a set of pickleball-themed beverage mixing sticks.
Value: $512 | Starting Bid: $256

Redwater Foursome Package #1
Four rounds of golf with cart included at Stonewater, Sunnybrook, Macatawa or Muskegon.
Value: $175 | Starting Bid: $88

Redwater Foursome Package #2
Four rounds of golf at any Redwater Property, including the beautiful Muskegon Country Club which was designed by the world-renowned golf course architect, Donald Ross. Thousand Oaks Country Club is excluded.
Value: $175 | Starting Bid: $88

Steelcase SILQ Chair
Steelcase SILQ Chair — SILQ is a breakthrough in seating design. With only one manual adjustment for seat height — everything else adjusts to the unique movement of the body, delivering a personal experience.
Value: $1,200 | Starting Bid: $600

SHARPE Weekend Lease & Spa Package
Weekend lease of a BMW, plus a full spa package to use at the winner’s discretion.
Value: $1,000 | Starting Bid: $500

Urban You Pamper Party
This private party will include services for up to 6 people. Each guest will receive our complimentary wellness bar and express medical spa services along with a personalized wellness consultation with one of our highly qualified providers. Our wellness bar includes hand paraffin dips, brow wax or brow tint, and express facials, plus free consultations for additional services. All guests will receive special pricing on premium skincare products and the host will receive free neurotoxin for a year (up to 250 units). Wine and appetizers will be served to help you and your guests enjoy a day or night of pampering.
Value $4,500 | Starting Bid: $1,000

Drone Drop Raffle Prizes:

1. Range Rover weekend lease, donated by SHARPE

2.  Wuskowhan Player’s Club foursome with cart, donated by Wuskowhan Player’s Club

3.  $200 gift card to Wuskowhan pro shop

4. $100 gift card to Wuskowhan pro shop

5. $50 VISA gift card

Event Details

Venue: Wuskowhan Players Club 16111 Blair St West Olive

Contact Info:

Email: Sarah Rollman

Thanks to our wonderful sponsors!

Title Sponsor

Hogan Sponsor

Player/Faldo/Trevino/Els Sponsors

  • Gallagher Logo

Mickelson Sponsors

  • Dennis and Barbara Adama

  • Ben and Molly Hunting

  • John and Therese Rowerdink

  • Tom and Mary Stuit

  • Dave and Beth Van Portfliet

McIlroy Sponsors