Brighten lives today
Sam taught us that extraordinary moments aren't just about grand gestures — they're about choosing to make every day count, finding joy in connection, and lifting up those around you.
That’s how you live a great story.
Today, you can help write the next chapter of Sam's great story.
Supporting three amazing charities in honor of Sam
Muscular Dystrophy Association (MDA)
MDA’s mission is to empower the people we serve to live longer, more independent lives for those living with neuromuscular diseases.
Children's Nebraska Foundation
Providing essential care to children and families.
Elkhorn Athletics Association (EAA)
Empowering adaptive athletes to thrive.
Muscular Dystrophy Association (MDA)
MDA Summer Camp at Camp Courageous supported by the funds raised at the Sam Osborn Memorial Golf Tournament
The Sam Osborn Memorial Golf Tournament proudly supports MDA Summer Camp at Camp Courageous in Iowa, ensuring this life-changing experience remains completely free for families. Camp held a special place in Sam's heart, where he built lifelong friendships, gained confidence, and embraced independence.
Each summer, children and teens ages 8–17 living with neuromuscular diseases enjoy a week of fully accessible residential camp filled with traditional camp activities, adaptive recreation, and unforgettable experiences. Beyond the fun, campers develop self-confidence, strengthen their independence, and connect with others who share similar experiences in a welcoming and inclusive environment.
Thanks to the generosity of supporters of the Sam Osborn Memorial Golf Tournament, MDA is able to provide funding and program support for a week of camp at Camp Courageous, giving families the opportunity to create lasting memories while ensuring every camper can participate at no cost.
Research in Action for Congenital Muscular Dystrophy supported by the funds raised at the Sam Osborn Memorial Golf Tournament
Dr. Alan Beggs and his team continue to make significant progress in advancing research for congenital myopathies, a group of rare inherited muscle diseases. Using advanced genetic testing, they have identified disease-causing genetic changes that were previously undetectable, providing long-awaited answers for families and helping improve access to accurate diagnoses through MDA's nationwide Care Center Network.
The team has also developed an innovative artificial intelligence tool that combines genetic and clinical information to identify rare neuromuscular diseases more quickly and accurately. This breakthrough has the potential to shorten the diagnostic journey for many patients while accelerating future discoveries.
In the laboratory, researchers have achieved promising results with gene replacement therapies in preclinical studies. Their work has successfully restored important muscle function in disease models and identified new approaches that could make future gene therapies more effective and longer lasting. They have also expanded patient research efforts to better understand how these diseases progress, helping lay the groundwork for future clinical trials.
Together, these advances represent meaningful progress toward improved diagnosis, more personalized care, and the development of effective treatments for individuals and families living with congenital myopathies.
Children's Nebraska Foundation
Delivering extraordinary care for extraordinary kids.
Children's Nebraska Foundation holds a special place in Sam Osborn's story and continues to be a beacon of hope for countless families across our region. As a beneficiary of the Annual Sam Osborn Memorial Golf Tournament, Children's Nebraska carries forward the spirit of compassion, innovation, and unwavering support that defined Sam's experiences within their walls. The funds raised through this tournament help ensure that every child, regardless of their medical challenges, receives the exceptional care they deserve.
Sam's journey with Children's Nebraska exemplified the hospital's commitment to treating not just the condition, but caring for the whole child and their family. His bright spirit and infectious smile were well-known throughout the hospital halls, where he received specialized care that helped him live life to the fullest for 17 remarkable years. Sam's story reflects the deeper truth that every child at Children's Nebraska is more than their diagnosis — they are dreamers, achievers, and inspirations to all who know them.
As the region's only full-service pediatric healthcare center, Children's Nebraska provides vital care to more than 150,000 children each year. The organization’s state-of-the-art facilities, coupled with world-class medical expertise, ensure that families don't have to travel far from home to receive the highest level of pediatric care. From specialized treatment programs and cutting-edge research to family support services and child life programs that bring joy to difficult days, Children's Nebraska creates an environment where healing and hope go hand in hand.
Every contribution to Children's Nebraska through the Sam Osborn Memorial Golf Tournament helps sustain and expand these essential services, ensuring that all children have access to extraordinary care. Together, we honor Sam's legacy by supporting an institution that continues to transform the lives of countless children and families, making every day count just as Sam did throughout his inspiring life.
Elkhorn Athletic Association (EAA)
Empowering adaptive athletes to thrive.
Elkhorn Athletic Association (EAA) is honored to play a part in and be a recipient of the Annual Sam Osborn Memorial Golf Tournament. Funds from the event and auction that go to EAA will go directly to construction costs of our Adaptive Sports Field, building a memorial and sculpture dedicated to Sam (Fall 2026), amenities for adaptive athletes, and ensuring all future programming for adaptive sports leagues and events are FREE for families of athletes.
Sam grew up and lived in Elkhorn and was a friend to anyone who crossed his path, including countless members of our community including our staff, board members, families, and young athletes we serve. Part of Sam's great story was his involvement, passion, and dedication to sports, specifically adaptive wheelchair sports while playing in The Miracle League at All-Play in Omaha. EAA is constructing the third Adaptive Sports facility in the state at our new 90-acre SportsPlex in Valley. This will give families another option to play in Western Douglas County as well as a closer drive from surrounding towns and counties if transportation is a barrier. Our Adaptive Sports Field and adjacent areas will always be open and free to use and in the Summer of 2025 we launched our very own Two Rivers Miracle League, the second such league in the metro and the third in Nebraska.
EAA is a 501(c)(3) non-profit youth sports organization that serves over 8,000 kids in 10 sports from over 20 zip codes. We are dedicated to providing a safe, enjoyable, positive learning environment. We serve families with children of all ages and all skill levels from the community and across the region. We encourage and support the holistic development of every child, teach leadership and other essential skills, and inspire our athletes to seek excellence in all aspects of their lives. We accomplish this by encouraging parental involvement and by providing professional staff, state-of-the-art facilities, and programs commensurate with ability, potential, and interest at the developmental, recreational, and competitive levels. We believe sports are for ALL and will not turn away any child or family based on ability or financial needs.
Sponsorships and Registration Now Open!
The Sam Osborn Memorial Golf Tournament
The event returns larger than ever! With $1,800,000 raised and counting, sponsoring or playing is a great way to have fun, celebrate Sam’s spirit, and support great causes.