Impact Stories
Real Stories. Real Impact. Lifelong Growth.
These stories offer a glimpse into the heart of IRGF’s mission and the powerful, lasting impact it has on those we serve.
My IRGF Story
First, how I began to play golf is when Roger Van Dyke announced that there would be a golf program at Sandridge Golf Course for elementary schoolers that wanted to…
IRGF Impact on My Life
It will take me a about an hour to write this. But from the time Blake & I became involved with IRGF…..let’s just say you’ve greatly impacted my life, the…
To: Mr. Van Dyke and the Indian River Golf Foundation
I am appreciative of the scholarship given to me so that I can play golf outside and beyond the Indian River Golf Foundation. This scholarship allows me to participate in…
My Golfing Experience with the Indian River Golf Foundation
It all started for me when I was in the 5th grade. My mom signed me up for golf with the Indian River Golf Foundation. I have to say at…
My Journey with the IRGF
My name is Hope Taylor, and it is in my best regard and honor to be able to share my golf story with you and how prominent the Indian River…
Opportunities through the IRGF
How I have benefited from the IRGF can be summed up by saying I love to play golf. It is now a passion and focus of mine because the foundation…
IRGF Experiences
My name is Kira Jane Shellman and throughout my golf experience, I can truly say that the Indian River Golf Foundation (IRGF) program has made a huge impact on my…
IRGF Positive Input in My Life
In about 3 weeks, I will be attending the University of Florida to pursue a degree in biomedical engineering. I hope to achieve a master's degree and possibly an MBA…
How I Have Benefited by the IRGF
Through the game of golf, I’ve been taught so much more than just a single sport. I implement what I've learned through the game in numerous ways. The focused mentality…
IRGF….A Rewarding Experience
I am attending FIT to study biomedical sciences (their pre-med program). I want to become either a pediatrician or a pediatric orthopedic surgeon. I received a 4 year, full-tuition scholarship…
Impact of the IRGF
In my history as a golfer, IRGF has impacted me more than anything else. IRGF was a channel for me at a young age to grow into the tournament level…
To the Indian River Golf Foundation
My name is Beck Fox and I am a junior at the U. of West Florida where I am on the golf team. As it sounds like I've been away…
How I Benefited from the IRGF
rowing up I have played golf off and on through the Indian River Golf Foundation, which has helped me not only to play the game, but also be a better…
My IRGF Story
Golf is a game that can fall through the cracks when it comes to conversation about sports. And it's true, you don't have to be the most athletic person to…
How I Have Benefited from the IRGF
Joining the IRGF as a youngster was the most pivotal moment in my golf career because it was the reason I became passionate about the sport and chose to pursue…