1997 - The Blue Ridge Jr. Golf Program started.  Grants from the South Carolina Junior Golf Association help get it started.  More than 60 fifth graders from Oconee County participated in the 4 weekly sessions.  Golf clubs were donated by Keowee Key golfers and remade and refitted for the students.

1997-2002  PGA, USGA award grants for this new program.

2001 - The Dunlop Slazenger Group Mfg. provides golf balls for practice and play and a tee shirt for each child.

2001 - Founder, Ellen Stumpf nominated for Hero of the South Carolina 2001 'Year of the Child'

In a letter from then Governor Jim Hodges, he states "Your nomination indicates that you are among the truly special individuals who go 'beyond normal expectations' in you dedication to and actions on behalf of children.  For that, you have the heartfelt thanks of not only this office, but of our entire state and the nation."

2002 - Founder, Ellen Stumpf recieves The Jefferson Award. 

The Jefferson Awards started in 1972 to establish a Nobel Prize for Public Service in the United States.  Mrs. Stumpf's name was submitted for consideration because of her outstanding community service to the children of Oconee County.

2003-2006  The USGA continues their support of the program by donating Pro Tour merchandise to be given at the programs annual fundraising golf tournament.

2006 - Summer 'Fun' League begins for participating students from Spring Clinics.

2008 - LPGA/USGA Girls Golf Program begins with 40 girls ages 7 to 13 years.

2009 - TaylorMade signs on to provide balls for all BRJG programs.

2010 - Boys Program begins with 40 boys ages 7 to 13 years.

OUR VOLUNTEERS

Volunteer Coordinator, Barbara Head keeps herself busy scheduling the growing number of volunteers.  Each year as more students attend the sessions, more volunteers are needed.  But that's no problem for Barbara as more and more sign up to help. "This program would never have gotten off the ground if it hadn't been for the hard work and determination of the residents of Keowee Key". 

Want to Volunteer?  Just 2 1/2 hours.  Call Barbara Head - 944-0634

Blue Ridge Electric Coop Becomes 2007 Shirt Sponsor

Long time corporate sponsor, Blue Ridge Electric Coop this year has decided to underwrite the cost of the programs tee shirts.  Blue Ridge Electric Coop has dedicated itself to its community and it shows in the many programs and charities that they help each year.  Each year every 5th and 6th grade student will receives a tee shirt but this year we are proud to have this great community supporter's logo on it.  Thank you, Blue Ridge Electric Coop!!!!!