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The Franciscan Open
Thursday, June 25, 2026
Cog Hill Golf & Country Club
Lemont, IL

A New Experience, An Exceptional Day of Golf.

Grab your clubs and your foursome. Enjoy an exceptional day of golf. Make a lasting impact.

We are honored to continue a tradition first established by the Franciscan Sisters of Chicago, whose legacy of compassion, service and faith continues to guide us today.

More than a day of golf, the Franciscan Open is a meaningful expression of mission in action. Join us for a day of golf, hospitality and impact at the renowned Cog Hill Golf & Country Club. Set against a backdrop of rolling terrain, mature woodlands and scenic ravines, this distinguished outing brings together community leaders, partners and friends in support of a meaningful works of Franciscan Ministries.

The Franciscan Open is a reflection of that commitment – bringing people together in fellowship while supporting meaningful work that makes a difference in the lives of so many.

Proceeds from the Franciscan Open directly support the meaningful work of Franciscan Ministries, including St. Jude House and Madonna Foundation. These ministries are dedicated to uplifting individuals and families through compassion, care and support.

Cog Hill Golf Course – Course No. 1 and Course No. 2 – Ravines

Thursday, June 25, 2025 (Agenda and Activities Reflect Both Courses)

• 7:30 A.M. – 8:50 A.M. – Player Check-In and Registration 
• 7:30 A.M. (Breakfast Burritos, Mimosas, and Bloody Marys)
• 9:00 A.M. – Opening Prayer
• 9:00 A.M. – Shotgun Start 
  • An overview of the scramble format will be provided, followed by players heading to their assigned holes. 
• Lunch Provided On Course
• 2:30 P.M. – 4:00 P.M. (Approx.) – Golf Concludes & 19th Hole Reception
  • All players are invited to the Club House for buffet supper
• Awards Ceremony & Raffle Drawing 

On-Course Activities: 

• Complimentary Refreshments: Unlimited water and Gatorade Available On-Course
• Dedicated Joy Carts will offer alcoholic beverages and snacks. 
• 2 drink tickets provided
• Lunch Provided at 3 On-Course Food Stands
• Event Photography & Videography:
  • Photographers will capture still photos
  • Photographers will also attempt to record short video clips of sponsor representatives and guests providing brief introductions or messages about their companies. These will then be compiled into several short videos. Participation is optional.
• Contests (Featured on Both Courses): 
  • Beat the Nun
  • Longest Putt
  • Longest Drive
  • Closest to the Pin
  • Hole in One
  • Champion Foursome (2 Franciscan Open Cup Champions – 1 per course)

Two Distinctive Courses. One Memorable Experience.

Select the course that best suits your style of play:

Course No. 1
A classic layout rich in tradition and approachable design
$275 per golfer | $1,000 per foursome

Course No. 2 – Ravines
A dynamic and scenic course offering both challenge and playability
$350 per golfer | $1,300 per foursome

Your Golf Experience Includes:

• Golf with cart on your selected course
• Interactive photo booth
• Morning breakfast reception including Mimosas and Bloody Marys
• On-course lunch and beverage service
• 2 drink tickets
• Post-play buffet supper
• Raffle and awards ceremony

Sponsorship Opportunities

We warmly invite our valued corporate partners to participate as sponsors of this highly anticipated signature event. A range of thoughtfully designed sponsorship opportunities are available, many inclusive of foursome participation and all offering meaningful brand recognition.

To explore partnership opportunities, contact:
Eileen Gutierrez
Director of Philanthropy and Planned Giving
331-318-5162
egutierrez@franciscanministries.org

Because when we come together to support a purpose – joy truly lives here.

About Franciscan Community Benefit Services

Serving Beyond Our Communities. Franciscan Community Benefit Services is the outreach arm of Franciscan Ministries, dedicated to serving individuals and families facing significant life challenges.

Guided by the mission to Celebrate Life and Serve with Joy, its work supports vital programs such as St. Jude House, a nationally recognized domestic violence prevention and shelter program and the Madonna Foundation, which provides educational opportunities for young women.

Support from events like the Franciscan Open helps extend this mission –providing safety, stability and opportunity to those who need it most. Through this work, lives are strengthened, families are restored and communities are uplifted.

About Cog Hill Golf & Country Club
Located in Lemont, Illinois, just outside Chicago, Cog Hill Golf & Country Club is a premier 72-hole public golf facility renowned for its championship-caliber courses and exceptional golfing experience. The iconic Dubsdread Course (#4) has been recognized among America’s 100 Greatest Public Golf Courses and consistently ranks as the #1 public course in Illinois. Part of the prestigious Jemsek Golf network, Cog Hill offers year-round training at its heated Toptracer range and has a long-standing history of hosting PGA Tour events, junior championships, and competitive tournaments of all levels.