2025 Golf Challenge Grand Finale
All teams, sponsors, and affiliate events who raise $15,000 or more during the 2025 Golf Challenge regional event series will be invited to enjoy a two-day extravaganza of golf and entertainment at the 2025 Golf Challenge Grand Finale. All guests are welcome to attend a welcome party, awards ceremony, and a fabulous gala celebration.
Dates: November 6-8, 2025
Location: Nassau, The Bahamas
Hotel: Grand Hyatt Hotel at Baha Mar
Golf Course: Royal Blue Golf Course

Event Details
Invitations to the Grand Finale Include:
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Welcome Party for all guests
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Awards Ceremony and Gala Celebration for all guests
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Entry to Grand Finale golf tournament for golfing guests
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2 nights complimentary accommodation (based on double occupancy) for teams who raise $15K and for Silver level sponsors
- *3 nights complimentary accommodation (based on double occupancy) for teams who raise $30K and for sponsors at the Gold, Platinum, and National level
- Gift Bag for each golfing guest
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* A personalized gift from Ernie Els for teams who raise $30K and for sponsors at the Gold, Platinum, and National level
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Fundraising Deadline
All teams will have until the fundraising deadline on September 30, 2025 by 3 PM to qualify for the 2025 Grand Finale by raising at least $15,000. First Place Low Net Team winners from each U.S. regional event will have until the fundraising deadline to raise $7,500 to become eligible to attend the Grand Finale.
Grand Finale Awards

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1st Place Low Net Team – DAY 1
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2nd Place Low Net Team – DAY 1
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1st Place Low Net Team – DAY 2
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2nd Place Low Net Team – DAY 2

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1st Place Highest Fundraising TeamAwarded The Els Cup plus a large glass pyramid (per team member).
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2nd Place Highest Fundraising TeamAwarded a medium glass pyramid (per team member).
The winning team is determined by all funds received in the Els for Autism office or website by the fundraising deadline.

The Els for Autism Spectrum Award honors an individual with autism spectrum disorder who has shined a positive light on autism through his/her character, positive attitude, and contribution.