About us

At Kid's Cup, our mission is to empower children facing life-threatening illnesses by providing them and their families with the resources, care, and support they need during challenging times. We strive to help create a nurturing environment where these young warriors can find hope, comfort, and a sense of normalcy. Through our efforts, we aim to transform their hospital stays into positive, uplifting experiences, ensuring that no child or family faces their journey alone.

Now in its 28th year, Kid’s Cup Golf Tournament has raised over $1.8 million benefiting children at Mayo Clinic Children’s Center and Olmsted Medical Center. In 2024, with 87 golfers, Kid’s Cup Golf Tournament raised more than $90,000!

Your Drive Saves Lives

Pledges raised by Kid’s Cup golfers fund life-changing programs at Mayo Clinic Children’s Center and Olmsted Medical Center. All it takes to play is raising $500 — and we’ll give you the tools to make it easy. Register today, rally your friends and family, and hit the course with purpose!

Building a Brighter Future Together

The cost of Kid’s Cup Golf Tournament is underwritten by generous sponsors. They're the driving force behind every swing, every putt, and every smile. Their generosity makes it possible for us to host an unforgettable event while ensuring that every dollar raised goes directly to helping children in need. Show your support by recognizing and celebrating the businesses that make Kid's Cup a reality.

Get in the Game: Golf, Donate, or Sponsor

Your contributions transform these bleak hospital stays into experiences filled with care and comfort. By providing essential resources, you help ease the emotional and physical burdens these children and their families face. Your generosity creates a nurturing environment where bravery is born, not just for the sick children but for their siblings and parents as they navigate the daunting road of life-threatening challenges together.

Kid’s Cup funds resources beyond the usual means—books, journals, cozy blankets, advanced neonatal tools, crucial ICU equipment, learning aids, iPads, toys, exciting field trips, memorable events, engaging games, and various activities that bring joy and a sense of normalcy to their lives. Your support makes these extraordinary moments possible, turning hardship into hope and isolation into a community of care.

Have questions or want to learn more? Reach out to us – we’d love to hear from you!