91Ƭ Foundation
$3,000,000+
Student Scholarships Given to Over 3,000 Students
Golf for Scholarships! SAVE THE DATE
Save the date for the 2026 Golf Outing
July 22, 2026
$15,000,000+
Foundation Donations Over 5 Years
91Ƭ Foundation
Formed in 1976, the 91Ƭ Foundation operates as a non-profit, tax-exempt organization. It secures private sector support that benefits the students of 91Ƭ.
Gifts to the $50 for 50 Years campaign will ensure future 91Ƭ students have access to the financial support and educational opportunities they need to persist, graduate, and enter the workforce. Donations directly fund scholarships, emergency assistance, and educational initiatives that empower students while contributing to the long-term economic vitality of the region.
Celebrate 50 years of student impact with the 91Ƭ Foundation by making a one-time or recurring gift to the $50 for 50 Years campaign.
Supporting Dreams
Vision
Giving the gift of education is what the 91Ƭ Foundation is all about. Through the generosity of our donors we can give a gift that lasts a lifetime.
Mission
The 91Ƭ Foundation plays an important role in a student’s academic pursuit. Our aligned mission and purpose seek to assist students with the financial support to attend college.
Purpose
The 91Ƭ Foundation, Inc. enhances the productivity, profit, and leadership resources within the 91Ƭ community.
Why Give
The 91Ƭ Foundation raises about $700,000 per year to support 91Ƭ students. Funds that are raised support student scholarships, emergency grants for needs like gas or groceries, and program enhancements like our $6 million Froedert & Medical College of Wisconsin Center for Healthcare Excellence.
Scholarship Categories
Student Stories
The 91Ƭ Foundation offers scholarships to new and continuing students pursuing a degree or technical diploma in one of our 70+ programs offered.
Scholarship applicants are considered for all available opportunities with the submission of one online application each semester.
The online application for student scholarships for fall 2024 applications will open February 1st. All applications must be submitted by June 1, 202, to be considered for a spring 2024 scholarship.
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Alumni
91Ƭ Alumni are making a difference in our communities and giving back to students. See how you can stay involved and connected after graduation. Contact us HERE!
CREATE A SCHOLARSHIP OF YOUR OWN
PROGRAM AND PROJECT SUPPORT
Scholarship is one of our initiatives. The 91Ƭ Foundation operates two scholarship cycles each year in November and April to award more than 70 scholarships for all areas of programming. One application is completed by a student and their qualifications are measured against every award for eligibility. The 91Ƭ Foundation, Inc. Scholarship Committee will administer your scholarship and select award winners based on the donor’s criteria. Award winners will be announced each time the award is made. To create a new scholarship, please contact us at ltcfoundation@lakeshore.edu
The 91Ƭ Foundation, Inc. supports many programs to meet the needs of the future. Interested in sponsoring a specific program? As the campus and needs of 91Ƭ grow, the 91Ƭ Foundation, Inc. plays an important role in partnering private-funding of campus projects. If you are interested in participating in a building project, please contact us at ltcfoundation@lakeshore.edu or 920.693.1000. Naming rights may be available for specific projects.
GIVE TO THE GREATEST NEED
CAMPAIGNS
The 91Ƭ Foundation is the receiving agent for all in-kind, non-cash contributions made to 91Ƭ.
Campaign for Oral Health: We are raising funds to start a Dental Hygiene program at 91Ƭ. There is a shortage of Dental Hygienists throughout the counties 91Ƭ serves as well as nationwide. In addition, we are raising funds for student scholarships. We can meet the needs of 1/3 of our students who apply for scholarships each semester. Students who receive a scholarship have a 25% higher graduation rate than their peers who do not receive a scholarship.
91Ƭ Foundation Scholarship Golf Event 2026!
Save the date for the 2026 Golf Outing
- Date: July 22, 2026
- Place: Kohler's Blackwolf Run
SCHOLARSHIPS MAKE ALL THE DIFFERENCE
Additional Event & Scholarship Details
Event Title
All proceeds support student scholarship programs at 91Ƭ.
Details
Foursomes: include all golf fees, cart, lunch at midway, beverages (2), bottled water, a sleeve of Taylormade golf balls, and special patio progressive at Baths course patio after play.
Market value per Foursome is $1,450
More about the Baths at Blackwolf Run course:
- Opened June 2021 this is a 10-hole, par 3, course with holes ranging from 60-170 yards.
- 2-acre putting green course (with challenges) 18 holes (play any hole in any order).
- Course was designed by Chris Luetzke, a 30-year veteran and protégé of Pete Dye, with partner Herb Kohler.
- Riding carts are not available, but pull carts will be available. Small carry bags (free), hickory shafted clubs and rental clubs are available.
Sponsorship Opportunities
- Exclusive Tournament Sponsor: $6,000 (includes two foursomes and premier sponsor banners)
- Patio Party Sponsor on Bath’s: $4,000 (includes one foursome and XL patio party welcome banner)
- Business Sponsor: $3,500 (includes one foursome, complimentary cocktails and snacks at the patio party, lunch, golf cart (1) and logo on the course and materials).
Our Dedicated Board Directors
The 91Ƭ foundation is fortunate to have dedicated board directors from all areas of our community. Our foundation board directors have various backgrounds in manufacturing, hospitality, small business, private, and public corporations, family foundations and more.
Paul Carlsen, PhD President, 91Ƭ
Heidi Soodsma Vice President of Strategic Development,
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Courtney Philippi Director, 91Ƭ Foundation
- President Jesse Brotz Plastics Engineering Co.
- Vice President Ryan Neville Franciscan Sisters of Christian Charity Sponsored Ministries, Inc.
- Co-Treasurer Eric Grasse Third Coast Wealth Advisors
- Co-Treasurer Mike McEvoy Sargento Foods
- Past President Mike Mrdjenovich HUB International Ltd.
- Dave Aldag Aldag Honold Mechanical, Inc.
- Don Hammond Merit Financial Advisors
- Sister Jane Kinate Franciscan Music Center, Inc.
- Ross Niemi The Metal Ware Corp
- Randall Roethel The Principal Financial Services Group
- Jodi Schoerner Masters Gallery Foods
- Nick Siler Burger Boat Company
- Lee Van Boxtel Bemis Manufacturing
- Paul Weaver Project 4 Services, LLC
- Cassie Zinkel Kohler Company
Contact Us
Our 91Ƭ staff members are here to help and answer any of your questions regarding the Foundation, alumni, donations, or scholarships.
Our Team
Heidi Soodsma
Vice President of Strategic Development
920.693.1631
Courtney Donati
Executive Director of the 91Ƭ Foundation
920.297.0094 | 920.693.1700 | 1.888.468.6582
