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St. Benedict’s Annual Golf Outing presented by Fraternal Order of Eagles- Selling Out Fast

⛳ Join Us for a Day of Fellowship, Food, Fun & Prizes!

Get ready to tee off for a great cause! St. Benedict’s Shelter invites you to our annual golf scramble — a day filled with camaraderie, competition, and community spirit.

📅 Event Details

Date: Friday, September 12, 2025
Time: 8:00 a.m. Shotgun Start
Location: The Pearl Golf Club
6501 Summit Drive, Owensboro, KY 42303
Team Entry: $600 per four-person team

 

🏆 Prizes

We’re rewarding more than just the top finishers — come ready to compete and have fun!

Place

Prize

🥇 1st Place

$600 Cash, Gold Medal, 4 Rounds at The Pearl Golf Club

🥈 2nd Place

$400 Cash, Silver Medal, 4 Rounds to Windridge Golf Club

🎯 7th Place

$200 Cash, 4 Rounds to Ben Hawes/Hillcrest Golf Club 

 

🤝 Sponsorship Opportunities

Support our mission while gaining visibility for your business or organization:

Level

Contribution

Benefits

🥇 Gold Sponsor

$1,500

2 free teams of four, hole-sponsor sign, major sponsor listing, logo on scorecards

🥈 Silver Sponsor

$750

1 free team of four, hole-sponsor sign, recognition in pre-tourney bulletin

🥉 Bronze Sponsor

$300

Hole-sponsor sign, recognition in pre-tourney bulletin

💛 Friend of St. Benedict’s

$150

Tax receipt, recognition in pre-tourney bulletin

 

🎟️ Ready to Register or Sponsor?

Spots fill quickly, so gather your team and secure your place today!
For registration or sponsorship inquiries, contact us by emailing Director of Advancement Blaine Mathew at [email protected] or texting 270-244-6550!

Let’s make a difference together — one swing at a time. 🏌️‍♂️💛

 

Celebrating 20 Years of Hope and Home—And Building the Future Together

This year marks 20 years since St. Benedict’s first opened its doors to serve those experiencing homelessness in our community. What began as a simple mission to provide shelter has grown into a movement of dignity, empowerment, and transformation—thanks to the unwavering support of our volunteers, donors, and partners.

Over the past two decades, we’ve witnessed countless stories of resilience. We’ve seen lives rebuilt, hope restored, and community strengthened. Every meal served, every bed provided, and every hand extended in kindness has been a testament to the power of compassion.

As we celebrate this milestone, we invite you to be part of the next chapter. Help us ensure another 20 years of impact by:
✨ Sharing our posts to spread awareness
✨ Attending events and engaging with our mission
✨ Volunteering your time to directly support those in need
✨ Setting up a recurring monthly donation to provide ongoing stability
✨ Making a one-time donation to contribute to critical services
✨ Considering a legacy charitable bequest to leave a lasting impact

Your support makes all the difference. Together, we can continue transforming lives and strengthening our community.

Here’s to 20 years of impact—and to the many more ahead. Thank you for being part of this journey.

#StBenedicts20Years #HopeAndHome #CommunityMatters #JoinTheMission

German American Bank presents 9th Annual Tables of Hope Event

March 1, 2025 • 6:00 p.m.

Immaculate Catholic Church Parish Hall

Guest Speaker – Sheriff Bradley Youngman 

Brought to you by German American Bank 

German American Bank named a Best Bank 2024 by Newsweek - Lane Report | Kentucky Business & Economic News

Tables of Hope is an annual fundraiser benefiting St. Benedict’s Homeless Shelter. This fundraiser involves having table sponsors decorate their tables with tablecloths, dinnerware, silverware, napkins, flowers, decorations, etc. We’ve seen sophisticated tables with simple, beautifully patterned china and flowers and some incredibly creative tables on specific themes such as corporate-themed, Thanksgiving, USA, Christmas, and more.

The fun doesn’t stop there. Match your attire to the theme of the table to give the table more expression.

 

During the event, we will have wonderful silent auction items, plenty of laughing, some crying, and delicious food served by the men of St. Benedict’s. This is an opportunity for them to show their appreciation for those who support them.

THANK YOU SO MUCH for supporting St. Benedict’s.

All gifts are tax deductible. St. Benedict’s is a 501(c) 3 non-profit organization.

Complete the form to reserve your seats

“Bed Sponsorship Saved My Life”

How Bed Sponsorship Changed My Life!

Steve came to St. Benedict’s through circumstances that could happen to any of us. 

Steve was married, had a daughter, and a home, and worked as a commercial semi-driver for 28 years. Then one day he had a stroke that abruptly changed everything.  Unable to work, he filed for disability, however, it took over a year and a half to get.  During that time, he lost his home and had to move his family into subsidized housing.  In January of this year, Steve thought things were improving when after 29 years of marriage his wife filed for divorce.  He had to move out, with no place to go, and wound up at the Cadillac Motel.  It was there, alone in his room in the middle of the night that Steve suffered a heart attack.  He realized he would not be able to stay at the motel any longer after he’d recovered. 

Having seen social media posts and hearing others talk about St. Benedict’s Shelter, he sought us out and in January checked into the facility.  This was a total change of life for him, he was “nervous and faced with uncertainty” upon arriving.  The staff welcomed him with open arms and began working with him to overcome his adversity. “I have nothing but respect for Dan, Jeff, and other staff. If you don’t have the solutions to your barriers, St. Benedict’s will find them because they are fantastic people with genuine hearts,” says Steve.  He began helping around the shelter and eventually took over the house laundry, he says “it gave him a sense of purpose”.  Dan (case manager) helped him get on the waiting list for housing and in August he completed a rental application for Lee Manor.  The waitlist was long however he never gave up and checked in regularly, which paid off.  He moved into his apartment earlier this month! 

Steve says, “St Benedict’s assisted me with all the household furnishings he needed”.  “I can’t tell you how grateful I am for St. Benedict’s because my world got turned upside down, but now it’s righting itself”.  

Steve said “Had someone not sponsored a bed for me, I don’t know where I’d be right now.  Instead, I’m now in the perfect setting, I can do what I want when I want and could not be happier.” 

Steve hopes to be able to give back and has offered to continue volunteering at St. Benedict’s. Steve says he has his dignity back and has hope for the future!

If you would like to sponsor a bed and help others get a new start like Steve then click here!

2024-2025 12th Annual Bed Sponsorship Campaign Underway

St. Benedict’s Shelter Launches Annual Bed Sponsorship Campaign for 2024-2025

Owensboro, Kentucky—As we welcome a new year filled with hope, St. Benedict’s Shelter extends heartfelt gratitude for the community’s ongoing support. As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, we are dedicated to empowering individuals and families in need.

St. Benedict’s Shelter is committed to serving all individuals, regardless of background or beliefs. We rely on community partnerships, with 90% of our $750,000 annual budget coming from generous contributions, and less than 5% from religious organizations.

This year, we invite you to participate in our Annual Bed Sponsorship Campaign. For just $500, you can sponsor a bed for those seeking shelter and support. Your contribution directly funds our programs and promotes self-sufficiency for our residents.

In appreciation, your name will be displayed as a sponsor on a plaque in our facility. To sponsor a bed, visit us online at stbenedictsowensboro.org, come by for a tour, or mail a check to 1001 West 7th Street, Owensboro, KY.

“Our community is imperative and our greatest asset, making our success and mission first class. We could not make the impact that we do without each donor, volunteer, and partner agency.”
— Harry E. Pedigo, Executive Director

If you’re ready to join us in this important work, Your contribution can be mailed directly to St. Benedict’s Shelter.

Thank you for considering this opportunity to partner with us. Together, we can make 2025 our 20th Anniversary year full of hope, healing, and transformation for our community.

Wishing you and your loved ones a joyful holiday season!

Upcoming Events-Registration Is Filling Up Fast

St. Benedict’s 9th Annual Golf Scramble presented by Fraternal Order of Eagles

Join us for a great day of fellowship, food, fun, and prizes!

September 20,2024 at 8 a.m.

$600 for four-person team

The Pearl Golf Club 6501 Summit Drive, Owensboro, Kentucky 42303

1st Place- $600 Cash, Gold Medal, 4 Rounds Pearl Golf Club

2nd Place- $400 Cash, Silver Medal, 4 Rounds City Course

7th Place, $200 Cash, 4 Rounds City Course

Click Here to Register For Golf Scramble 

Save The Date- Murder Mystery Dinner October 25, 2024

This year we are hosting “I Love the 80’s to Death, Murder Mystery Dinner!”
On October 25th , at 6 pm at River Park Center, join us for a fabulous meal with an interactive plot twisted murder mystery.   Do you like solving puzzles or mysteries? Do you think you can solve the crime? Feel free to wear your best 1980’s hairband garb.
Please RSVP below. All reservations need to be submitted by midnight on October 15th, 2024
Tickets are $65, which includes dinner and a show.  A cash bar will be available.
This is a fundraiser for St. Benedicts Shelter, and 100% of all monies raised will benefit those experiencing homelessness!

Click Here To Register For Murder Mystery Dinner

I Love the 80’s to Death, Murder Mystery Dinner October 25th, 2024

Save The Date- Murder Mystery Dinner October 25, 2024

This year we are hosting “I Love the 80’s to Death, Murder Mystery Dinner!”

On October 25th , at 6 pm at River Park Center, join us for a fabulous meal with an interactive plot twisted murder mystery.   Do you like solving puzzles or mysteries? Do you think you can solve the crime? Feel free to wear your best 1980’s hairband garb.

Please RSVP below. All reservations need to be submitted by midnight on October 15th, 2024

Tickets are $65, which includes dinner and a show.  A cash bar will be available. 

This is a fundraiser for St. Benedicts Shelter, and 100% of all monies raised will benefit those experiencing homelessness!

Tables of Hope Raised Over $17,000

Thank you to everyone who attended and supported our Tables of Hope event on April 29th!  What a fabulous night with our clients serving their supporters! 

 

A special thanks to our speakers – Edward Rupp, Allen Perkins and Blaine Mathew – for sharing their testimonies.  Maria Kelly knocked it out of the park again with her delicious food.  Drum roll please……we made over $10,000 more than the previous year!  These funds will go a long way in helping those experiencing homelessness in our community!

 

Save the Date! Registration for Teams and Sponsorships are now open!

Save the date! We are NOW seeking a Title Sponsor, Sponsors, and have opened up team registration, SO REGISTER NOW!

Join us for a great day of fellowship, food, fun, and prizes!

8th Annual Golf Scramble presented by (Your Company Name Here)!

September 22,2023 at 8 a.m.

New Location– The Pearl Golf Club 6501 Summit Drive, Owensboro, Kentucky 42303

$125 per person or $500 for four-person team

Sponsorships:

Gold — $1,000 

(Free team of four, hole-sponsor sign, listed as a major event sponsor in the pre-tourney bulletin, and logo on all scorecards.)

Silver — $500

(Free team of four, hole-sponsor sign, and recognition in pre-tourney bulletin.)

Bronze — $300

(Hole-sponsor sign and recognition in pre-tourney bulletin.)

Friend of St. Benedicts –$100

(Tax Receipt and recognition in pre-tourney bulletin.)

 

Click the link below to register! 

Save the Date- St. Benedict’s 8th Annual Golf Scramble @ The Pearl Golf Club September 22, 2023 – St. Benedict’s Homeless Shelter (stbenedictsowensboro.org)

Special “Thank You” to all that came out last year and supported our mission!

2022-2023 Bed Sponsoring Continues

Start 2023 off right by making an impact through bed sponsoring!

St. Benedict’s Shelter is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that is devoted to making a difference in the community. We provide the highest quality programs that benefit all clients in our city and surrounding areas. We do this through our Bed Sponsorship Program.  

We ask that you consider helping us Kickoff 2023 by Sponsoring a Bed for ONLY $500. Funds from the campaign will be used to expand and enhance our existing programs, case management, and aid with promoting self-sufficiency to our residents.

Your donation will be acknowledged as we list you as a sponsor on a plaque displayed in our facility. Our organization relies on support of generous donors such as you. Your donation will help ensure the success of our future.

If you wish to partner with us and sponsor a bed, please fill out the enclosed envelope with your preferred method of payment, indicate an honoree if applicable and mail to St. Benedict’s Shelter.

Sponsor a Bed NOW by CLICKING HERE!

We thank you for your consideration of our request and look forward to hearing from you soon.

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Mission: To provide safe, non-judgmental shelter and social support services in a Christian atmosphere.

If you have questions, contact us at 270.541.1003