Driving Community Impact
at Gillespie Golf Course
Join Greensboro Parks Foundation on Friday, October 9, 2026 for our signature annual fundraising tournament supporting the continued revitalization of Gillespie Golf Course.
Quick Info
Friday, October 9, 2026
Gillespie Golf Course
Registration & Breakfast: 8 am
Shotgun Start: 9 am
Lunch & Awards: 1:30 pm
More Than a Tournament
The Greensboro Parks Foundation Open is more than a day on the course. It is a mission-driven event that helps preserve the legacy of Gillespie Golf Course while supporting its continued transformation as an accessible, welcoming public asset for Greensboro.
Proceeds from the tournament help strengthen programs, expand access, and support future improvements that will benefit youth, veterans, families, and golfers of all abilities. By participating, sponsors and players become part of a larger effort to invest in a place that has shaped our community for generations.
A Historic Course With a Powerful Legacy
Gillespie Golf Course is more than a place to play—it is a landmark of perseverance, inclusion, and community history. In 1955, six Black golfers led by Dr. George Simkins challenged segregation by playing the course in defiance of its whites-only policy. Their action helped lead to the desegregation of public golf in Greensboro and across North Carolina.
Today, Gillespie continues to reflect that legacy of access and opportunity, serving as a welcoming space for players of all backgrounds and abilities.
1941
Gillespie Golf Course opens as one of Greensboro’s earliest public courses.
1955
The Greensboro Six challenge segregation, helping change access to the game.
1966
A renewed chapter begins as Gillespie continues to evolve as a public asset.
Today
A vibrant community course serving youth, veterans, and players of all abilities.
36,000+
Rounds of golf played annually at Gillespie
366
Youth served each year through First Tee – Triad programming
25–35
Veterans served weekly through PGA HOPE
Home Course
For local middle and high school golf teams
Part of a Larger Vision
Supporting the continued revitalization of Gillespie
Tournament Schedule
Enjoy a welcoming and community-centered day of golf at historic Gillespie Golf Course.
- Registration & Breakfast: 8:00 AM
- Player Briefing & Shotgun Start: 9:00 AM
- Lunch & Awards: 1:30 PM
New for 2026: Pre-Tournament Short Course Event
Join us on Thursday, October 8 for a new pre-tournament midday experience at the future Greensboro Six Short Course. Designed as a relaxed and engaging kickoff to tournament weekend, this lunchtime event invites players and guests to enjoy a quick round—typically about 30 minutes—on the short course while taking in music, refreshments, and a festive atmosphere.
Grab a hot dog and a beverage, connect with fellow players and sponsors, and take advantage of a complimentary wedge fitting. Whether you join as a standalone experience with your golf mates or add it on to your team tournament registration, the short course event offers a fun and welcoming way to be part of the Greensboro Parks Foundation Open.
Sponsor the Greensboro Parks Foundation Open
Each sponsorship level reflects a chapter in Gillespie’s story, and an opportunity to shape its future. Sponsors play a vital role in preserving this historic course while expanding access to golf for youth, veterans, and the broader community.
Want full details on sponsor benefits and visibility?
1955 Legacy Sponsor
$10,000
Honoring the moment that changed access to the game.
- Premier logo placement across all tournament materials
- Year-round signage at Gillespie Golf Course
- Lead recognition in press release and top-tier social media placement
1941 Founders Sponsor
$5,000
Building on the course’s origins to expand access for all.
- Logo included on tournament signage and promotional materials
- Recognition in press release and promotional communications
- Complimentary foursome + team entry discount
1966 Renewal Sponsor
$2,500
Investing in the course’s continued evolution for future generations.
- Logo included on tournament signage
- Recognition in promotional emails and social media
- Press release and newsletter recognition
Access Sponsor
$1,000
Expanding access to golf for youth, veterans, and all abilities.
- Recognition on tournament signage
- Social media and e-newsletter recognition
- Hole sponsorship with on-course signage
Community Sponsor
$500
Supporting local programs and community connection through parks.
- Hole sponsorship with on-course signage
- Recognition in Greensboro Parks Foundation e-newsletter
- Social media recognition
Hole Sponsor
$250
Be part of the day that brings the community together on the course.
- On-course hole signage during the tournament
- Recognition as a community supporter of the event
- Opportunity to support Gillespie’s future
Greensboro Six Short Course Event Sponsor
$3,500
Sponsor the pre-tournament event and extend your visibility across tournament weekend.
Lunch Sponsor
$3,000
Be recognized as the provider of the post-tournament meal and awards gathering.
Beverage Cart Sponsor
$2,500
Maintain a strong presence on the course throughout the tournament.
Breakfast Sponsor
$1,500
Welcome players and guests as the day begins.
Contest Sponsor
$1,000
Support on-course contests and player engagement.
Play for a Purpose
Join us for a memorable day of golf and community impact at Gillespie. Whether you’re registering a team or participating as an individual, your involvement helps support the future of this historic course.
Space is limited, and early registration is encouraged.
Individual player registration available
Join Us in Driving Gillespie’s Next Chapter
By supporting the Greensboro Parks Foundation Open, you are helping preserve an important civil rights landmark, expand access to golf for youth and veterans, and invest in a historic community asset that continues to serve Greensboro today.