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Sep. 15, 2025
8:30 am  -  6:30 pm ET

18th Annual Van Andel Institute Golf Outing

Get ready to test your favorite golf club at West Olive’s picturesque Wuskowhan Players Club as West Michigan’s most passionate golfers gather for the 18th annual Van Andel Institute Golf Outing. Set for Monday, Sept. 15, this iconic gathering features a scramble tournament, lunch and dinner. The best performances will be recognized during an award presentation — and there will be unique opportunities to improve your game along the way, all while supporting VAI.

Proceeds benefit biomedical research and K–12 and graduate education at the Institute.

Marcus Bradman

Todd Custer

Tim Long

Kasie Smith

Carol Van Andel

Beth Van Portfliet

  • 8:30 a.m. Driving range opens
    Registration
    Breakfast and coffee available on patio
    Silent auction opens
    Raffle ticket sales available
  • 9:45 a.m. Golfers make their way to the start
  • 10:00 a.m. Remarks and brief program at the start
    Jack Doles – Welcome
    David Van Andel – Van Andel Institute Update
    Jack Doles — Introduction of guest speaker
    Guest Speaker
    David Von Ins – Rules of play and official start
  • 10:30 a.m. 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 p.m. Golfers return to Wuskowhan Clubhouse
    Cocktail hour
  • 5:30 p.m. Drone Drop Raffle Drawing and announcement of Tournament Winners & Contest Winners by David Van Andel
    Buffet dinner in Wuskowhan Clubhouse (buffet will be ready at 5 p.m. and guests are encouraged to grab a seat and eat right away at 5:30 p.m.)
    Silent auction closes & silent auction checkout opens until event ends
  • 6:30 p.m. Event ends

$500 Gift Card to Design 1 Salon Spa
Indulge in the ultimate self-care experience with a $500 gift card to Design 1 Salon Spa. With four convenient locations in West Michigan, Design 1 delivers expert salon and spa services in chic, modern spaces. Whether you’re looking for a fresh cut, vibrant color, or a rejuvenating massage or facial, every service is designed to elevate your beauty and well-being. Relax, refresh, and rediscover your confidence in style.
Value: $500

4 Tickets to University of Michigan vs. Purdue Football Game, Nov. 1, 2025
Get ready for an unforgettable experience at one of college football’s most iconic stadiums! Cheer on the Michigan Wolverines as they take on the Purdue Boilermakers under the lights (time to be determined) at the legendary Big House. This package includes four (4) tickets to the game — perfect for a group of friends, family outing or client entertainment.

Don’t miss your chance to witness Big Ten action and soak in the electric atmosphere of a fall game day in Ann Arbor!
Value: $480

Blythefield Country Club Golf Package
Enjoy golf for three, with carts, at the beautiful Blythefield Country Club in Belmont, MI. Certificate must be redeemed with Blythefield member.
Value: $500

Egypt Valley Country Club Golf Package
Golf for three, with cart, at Egypt Valley Country Club in Ada. Egypt Valley’s two championship courses, The Valley and The Ridge, were designed by legendary golf course architect Arthur Hills. Each course is uniquely challenging with the wooded Michigan landscape serving as a stunning backdrop and an extra obstacle to even the best in the game. Egypt Valley Country Club is a members-only club — a member of the Smith family will accompany the group.
Value: $350

Exclusive Cascade Hills Country Club Golf Experience
Treat yourself and three guests to an unforgettable day at the private and highly acclaimed Cascade Hills Country Club. This exclusive package includes 18 holes of championship golf for four players, complete with carts. Normally reserved for members, this is a rare opportunity to enjoy the exceptional course, first-class amenities and premier playing conditions that make Cascade Hills one of the most sought-after clubs in Grand Rapids.
Value: $550

Exclusive Golf Outing at Wuskowhan Players Club
Experience one of West Michigan’s most prestigious private courses with this golf outing for four at Wuskowhan Players Club. Your group will enjoy 18 holes of exceptional golf, featuring two carts for a comfortable and leisurely round. Known for its pristine fairways, challenging design and welcoming atmosphere, Wuskowhan offers a memorable day on the course for players of all levels.
Value: $1,200 | Starting Bid: $600

Family Fun Day in Grand Rapids
Five day-passes to the Grand Rapids Children’s Museum and one $50 gift card to Love’s Ice Cream.
Value: $110

Grand Rapids Griffins Game Package
Support Grand Rapids’ own ice hockey team, the Grand Rapids Griffins, with six tickets to any 2025–2026 regular season game. Show your support of Van Andel Institute in VAI Purple Community merchandise at the game!
Value: $180

Harbor Shores Resort Golf Package
Golf for four at the Jack Nicklaus Signature Golf Course, a premier destination reflecting the high standards of Nicklaus Design, the world’s acknowledged leader in golf course design. Benton Harbor, MI.
Value: $900

Hope College Football Fan Experience
Cheer on the Flying Dutchmen in style with this ultimate fan package! Take home a Hope College sweatshirt, T-shirt, and hat — perfect to show your school spirit. The package also includes a Hope College football helmet signed by Head Coach Peter Stuursma, a one-of-a-kind keepsake for any fan. To top it off, enjoy four tickets to the highly anticipated Hope vs. Calvin football game on Nov. 8, 2025. Don’t miss your chance to celebrate tradition, rivalry and Hope College pride!
Value: $350 | Starting Bid: $175

Lake Michigan Happy Hour
Enjoy Lake Michigan views and a beautiful sunset complete with wine and cheese for 12 guests. Happy hour is hosted at a private residence in West Olive.
Value: $1,000

Macatawa Golf Club Package
Enjoy golf for four at Macatawa Golf Club. Award-winning golf course architect Ray Hearn designed and shaped this beautiful golf course near the shores of Lake Michigan. Macatawa Golf Club is known as an ever-changing course based upon the elements of each particular day. With large, fast, undulating greens, well-placed bunkers, unique water features, and five sets of tees from 5,000 to over 7,000 yards, Macatawa Golf Club provides an enjoyable round of golf for all levels of play, while challenging the low handicap golfer. Under the supervision of Golf Course Superintendent Kevin Haack, Macatawa Golf Club provides the best conditions of any course in Michigan.
Value: $340

Michigan vs Purdue
Enjoy one of college football’s greatest rivalries in action! This package includes four tickets to the MSU vs. Penn State game on Nov. 15, 2025, section 22, row 8, seats 1–4. The game takes place at Spartan Stadium and includes parking in lot 62/IM West.
Value: $1,000 | Starting Bid: $500

MSU vs. Penn State Football Tickets
Enjoy one of college football’s greatest rivalries in action! This package includes four tickets to the MSU vs. Penn State game on Nov. 15, 2025, section 22, row 8, seats 1–4. The game takes place at Spartan Stadium and includes parking in lot 62/IM West.
Value: $1,000 | Starting Bid: $500

Muskegon Country Club Package
Enjoy golf for four at the beautiful Muskegon Country Club. The course’s beauty certainly comes from its rolling terrain and fescue-lined fairways. This Donald Ross gem is as enjoyable to play as it is to view. At 6,697 yards from the back tees, the golf course is relatively short, which makes it very playable for the average player, but the approach shots and difficult greens will challenge even the best players in the country. Muskegon Country Club, in true Donald Ross fashion, will reward the good shots and penalize the poor ones. There are no secrets out there, the course and its challenges are right in front of you.
Value: $400

The Perfect Swing Starter Pack
Enjoy a set of three introductory golf lessons and a personal driver fitting session at Grand Rapids’ PGA TOUR Superstore. When you’re ready to test your skills on the course, don’t forget to bring your Rough Luck Golf bag tag and game in one. Each section on the tag contains a fun gameplay prompt for players.
Value: $230

PGA TOUR Superstore – 1 Year Membership
Players’ Club Plus Membership for one year at any PGA TOUR Superstore location. Benefits include a daily practice session, an annual member lesson, an annual member fitting, and more!
Value: $300

Pickleball Vibes Package
“Pickleball Vibes” tote bag filled with incredible merchandise including a Holbrook Mav Pro paddle, a Holbrook Mav Pro E paddle, a set of three Holbrook outdoor pickleballs, baseball hat, visor, pickleball mug, a pair of pickleball socks, a sport towel, a notepad, cocktail napkins, and a set of pickleball-themed beverage mixing sticks.
Value: $525 | Starting Bid: $263

Pickle & Pin: Pickleball and Mocktails
Two hours of pickleball play with a round of alcohol-free mocktails included.
Value: $100

RedWater Golf Package
Enjoy four free rounds of golf with cart at StoneWater, Muskegon, Macatawa, or Sunnybrook.
Value: $500

SHARPE Auto-Spa Package
Pamper your car with this full vehicle spa package that includes an interior and exterior vehicle clean!
Value: $300 | Starting Bid: $150

SHARPE Weekend Lease Package
Enjoy a weekend lease of a vehicle from one of SHARPE’s luxury brands including BMW, MINI, Jaguar, and Land Rover.
Value: $1,000 | Starting Bid: $450

Steelcase SILQ Chair
SILQ is a breakthrough in seating design. With only one manual seat-height adjustment, its intuitive ergonomic features adjust to the body’s unique movements, delivering a personal seating experience.
Value: $1,400 | Starting Bid: $700

Tee Time at Gull Lake Country Club
Enjoy a round of golf for four players at the prestigious Gull Lake Country Club, complete with carts for a smooth and scenic ride across the beautifully manicured course. Nestled along the shores of Gull Lake, this private club offers a challenging yet rewarding layout, stunning lake views, and an unforgettable day on the links. Whether you’re a seasoned golfer or just looking for a relaxing outing with friends, this package promises a perfect blend of sport and serenity. Proper golf attire required, call the golf shop to schedule.
Value: $600

Urban You Pamper Party for 6
This private party will include services for up to six people. Each guest will receive a complimentary wellness bar and express medical spa services along with a personalized wellness consultation with a highly qualified provider. The 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

Weekday Golf Package for 2 at Hawk Hollow — 18 Holes with Cart & Putting Warmup
Start your day at Hawk Hollow Golf Course with a warmup on the Little Hawk Putting Course, then hit the links with a round of 18 holes and a power cart for two. Valid Monday through Thursday; expires at the end of the 2027 season.
Value: $90

Dormie Network Package
Value: $30,000

Enjoy a 1-year membership and initiation fee with Dormie Network, a national network of golf clubs combining the experience of destination golf with the premier hospitality of private membership! It’s pure golf as it should be. Dormie Network membership extends complete access to, and full member privileges at every club in the network. Each club offers an intimate, pure golf experience in a relaxing environment ideal for business or leisure.

This package includes full member privileges at the six private clubs:
§ ArborLinks Golf Club- Nebraska City, NE
§ Ballyhack Golf Club – Roanoke, VA
§ Briggs Ranch Golf Club – San Antonio, TX
§ Dormie Club- West End, NC
§ Hidden Creek Golf Club- Egg Harbor Township, NJ
§ Victoria National Golf Club- Newburgh, IN

Each club offers challenging and expeditious play and pristine course conditions, with genuine hospitality at every turn. From Arnold Palmer to Coore and Crenshaw, Dormie Network’s nationally ranked clubs include designs from some of the most renowned course architects in the sport’s history. With close proximity to major cities like San Antonio, Omaha, Roanoke, Nashville, St. Louis, Richmond, and Philadelphia, these premier clubs are ideal for weekend getaways, buddy trips, and corporate retreats alike. The winning bidder will have the option to continue their membership after one year with no additional initiation fee required.

§ Valid for 1 person.
§ Must be 23 years or older.
§ The winning bidder cannot live within 75 miles of any Dormie Network property, nor have a vacation home within that same vicinity.
§ The winning bidder cannot be a prior Dormie Network member, or Donated Member.
§ This package is for an Individual membership only, it is not intended for Corporate Membership.
§ In addition to the member, the member’s significant other and immediate family members (children living at home under the age of 23) enjoy exclusive access to and full member privileges at each club.
§ Dormie Club in Pinehurst is a PLAY AND STAY FACILITY ONLY (meaning, you must stay on property to play).

Rules & Regulations
§ Experience cannot be resold or re-auctioned.
§ Cannot be transferred.
§ Blackout dates may apply.
§ Travel and accommodations are not included.
§ To be scheduled at a mutually agreed upon date, based on the experience provider’s availability.

Event Details

Venue: Wuskowhan Players Club 16111 Blair St West Olive

Contact Info:

Email: Sarah Rollman

Thanks to our wonderful sponsors!

Title Sponsor

  • Merrill Lynch

Palmer Sponsor

  • DVAFF

Hogan Sponsor

  • Erhardt

Player Sponsor

  • Custer

Faldo Sponsor

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Mickelson Sponsors

  • Advantage Commercial Real Estate
  • Applied Innovation
  • Baudville
  • Bluewater
  • Bouma
  • Eurest
  • First National Bank
  • Grand Rapids Christian Schools
  • Guiding Light Works
  • Loomis, Sayles & Company
  • Macatawa bank
  • McAlvey Merchant and Associates
  • MD Sass
  • Midwest Capital Advisors
  • Owen, Ames, Kimball Logo
  • Pine Rest
  • Priority Health
  • John and Therese Rowerdink

  • Sharpe
  • Standard Supply & Lumber
  • Smith Haughey Rice and Roegee

  • Tom and Mary Stuit

  • U of M Health West
  • US Bank
  • Dave and Beth VanPortfliet

  • West Michigan Woman
  • Windemuller Electric