U.S. Venture Open

The nation’s single largest one-day charitable event dedicated to ending poverty. 100% of funds raised from the annual event support the Basic Needs Giving Partnership, with grants to non-profit organizations across Northeast Wisconsin. The event started in 1986 with 100 golfers and has grown to 1,200+ attendees representing more than 700 partners. The Basic Needs Giving Partnership envisions thriving, equitable communities across Northeast Wisconsin. Investments are made for local and regional solutions that address the root causes of poverty in alignment with shared values of trust and collaboration, curiosity and learning, and equity with a systems-based approach. The U.S. Venture Open offers a welcome reception, golf round at one of 6 local courses, and dinner with the Guest of Honor, featuring a silent and live auction.