BIGHORN Golf Club Charities announced that BIGHORN BAM (Behind a Miracle) raised more than $1 million for cancer care and treatment throughout the Coachella Valley for the third consecutive year.
The announcement was made during BAM’s Willy Wonka-themed golf awards luncheon—the grand finale of a spring fundraising season that included Game Day for Life, Eisenhower Cup, Cash for Caddies, Fashion Night, BAM Golf Tournament, and a silent auction.
“The fun fuels real help,” said BAM co-chair and BIGHORN member Debbie Frost. “Thanks to your generosity, BAM has supported more than 100,000 local patients with diagnostic equipment, transportation, and treatment.”
Among BAM’s many local contributions, this year’s proceeds will directly benefit four vital organizations:
- Eisenhower Health: $656,000
- Desert Regional Medical Comprehensive Cancer Center: $90,000
- Make-A-Wish Foundation: $61,000
- Loma Linda University Children Hospital Hematology Oncology Unit: $56,000
“We’re here to save lives and make new miracles happen,” said Julie Simon, the BAM chair, who led the events alongside Frost, director of charities Kelly Levy, and charities assistant Jackie Lopez.
Since its founding in 2007 by BIGHORN member Selby Dunham, BAM has raised more than $14 million, including funding for five BAM vans, which have provided 46,659 rides for cancer patients who otherwise would face stressful or inaccessible transportation options.
“BIGHORN Members have long been committed to making a lasting, positive impact—within the club, for the amazing employees who work here, and for the broader community where we all live,” said Levy. “We’re beyond grateful for their support, year after year, to help us fight cancer in the Coachella Valley.”
BAM is one of three charitable arms of BIGHORN Golf Club Charities, which also includes BIGHORN Cares and the BIGHORN Scholarship Program. To support BAM or learn more, contact Kelly Levy at klevy@bighorngolf.com.
Submitted on behalf of the nonprofit by Brooke Beare.