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Tobolt Equipment Lease Program

To The Members,

The Scott Tobolt Memorial Golf Tournament began in 2004 to honor the person Scott was and the impact he had on everyone that knew him. When we realized how much of a success the tournament would be, we partnered with MYHA to help kids have a chance to try hockey with minimal expense. MYHA has embraced the program and done an excellent job in honoring Scott and making his presence a permanent fixture at the rink.  At the Moorhead Youth Hockey Arena, Scott’s number 17 and picture is on the wall of the second floor lobby between the Scheels and Bushy rinks. We also honor Scott by placing a sticker with his initials and the number 17 on all lease helmets. Our Tobolt Foundation logo is also on display on all three sheets of ice in the Cullen Hockey Center. The Foundation does an excellent job of explaining to the parents at the beginning of the year where the money comes from and what type of person Scott was. Anytime parents tell their friends that their kids can play hockey for the first few years without the expense of buying equipment, they are quick to add that it is because of Scott Tobolt and the Foundation.  Funds raised during the annual golf tournament help fund the equipment program and our scholarships. The program has been gaining recognition throughout the state of Minnesota and across the river.

The support behind the annual golf tournament has been overwhelming and is getting stronger every year. The 17th annual tourney held in 2020 had just under 200 golfers participating with 33 teams of 6.

In 2013, the Foundation voted to award funds annually to the Spud Girls and Boys High School teams, providing a $500 scholarship to be used for academics.  The winner is voted on by the coaches and awarded to a player that demonstrates strong work in the classroom as well as possessing strong character and leadership qualities.  To date, we have awarded over $8,500.00 to 17 deserving individuals.  In 2020, we awarded our very first Jr. Gold scholarship and going forward will award 3 scholarships per year.

It is your unlimited support that really makes it a very rewarding yet very emotional day during the tournament. Your love, support and friendship is greatly appreciated and words can’t express properly how much it means to our family.

Sincerely,
Scott Tobolt Family

Tobolt Equipment Fundraising

In the first year of the event (2004), the Scott Tobolt Memorial Charity Golf Tournament provided 36 children with hockey equipment.  In the years following, we equipped:

2005 - 62

2006 - 104

2007 - 85

2008 - 167

2009 - 155

2010 - 162

2011 - 185

2012 - 214

2013 - 210

2014 - 200+

2015 - 185 + 19 summer squirts + 7 kids from Hope Inc.

2016 - 203

2017 - 196

2018 - 201

2019 – 200

2020 - 144

 

A large majority of the money raised from the events to date has gone to provide equipment for girls and boys at no cost.  Through the first 16 years of the tournament, the Scott Tobolt Memorial Golf Tournament has raised nearly $450,000.00. 

In 2018 we launched plans to start an investment fund.  With this fund, we set a goal of raising $250,000.00 which would allow us to fund the lease program in perpetuity.  As of our annual meeting on April 13th of 2021, we are over halfway there.

We can’t do this without your help. We are seeking donations for the silent auction that will be held the day of the golf tournament, tournament sponsors, tee box/hole sponsors, and cash donations.  Send an email to scooter17@toboltseed.com if you are willing to make any sort of donation. We are a public charity, 501-(C)3, EIN#27-2867144

Scott Tobolt

Scott Tobolt (1976-2003) passed away from injuries sustained in a farm accident in 2003. Born in Moorhead, MN, to John and Mary Tobolt, Scott was the youngest of three children.  He graduated from Moorhead High School in 1995 and received a BA degree in architecture from the University of Minnesota-Twin Cities in 1999.  After completing his studies, he returned to Moorhead to work on his family’s farm, Tobolt Seed. 

Scott loved the game of hockey. He played in the Moorhead Youth Hockey Association from 1981 – 1992 and played for the Moorhead High School “Spuds” from 1992 – 1995, appearing in the Minnesota State High School Hockey Tournament his Junior and Senior seasons.  During his time at the U of M, Scott stayed around the game working behind the scenes at Mariucci Arena and got to do what most hockey fans dream about, drive the Zamboni.  Scott also had a great love for the outdoors, whether it was hunting, fishing or being at the lakes.

Equipment Lease

The Tobolt Equipment Lease program offers equipment to Rookie and Mite/8U players.  The completed registration form and $200 deposit fee is required before equipment is handed out.  The following equipment is included:

Rookie:  Helmet, face mask, gloves, elbow pads, shin pads, breezers and skates. Stick and bag when available.

Mite/8U:  Helmet, face mask, gloves, elbow pads, shin pads, breezers, skates and shoulder pads.  Stick and bag when available.

The Tobolt Foundation partners with local vendors procuring, supplying and fitting the equipment for the children.  We now have all equipment hand outs, returns, and fittings at the new Cullen Hockey Center.  We will make announcements in advance on the MYHA website as well as all of our social media accounts.  We ask parents of leasers to contact us directly at scooter17@toboltseed.com for one off or special equipment requests and/or fittings.  Our organization will get a volunteer to set up a time for a fitting or exchange.

Tobolt Scholarships

The first scholarships were given out in 2013.  Here is a list of past winners:

2013:      Ehrin McKaig and Peter MacFarlane.

2014:     Grant Weiss and Rebekah Hakk

2015:     Justin Keller and Micaela Mjoness.

2016:     Cooper Tietz and Mckyla Overby

2017:     Marissa Herdt and Cooper Czichotzki

2018:     Emma Cullen and Karson Kvalevog

2019:     Emma Kolo and Nick Searls

2020: Kenzie O’Connell, Carter Johnson, and Gunnar Sorensen (Jr. Gold)

 

Where to Find Us

Website: www.toboltgolftourney.com

Facebook: Scott Tobolt Foundation

Twitter: @toboltgolftourn

Email: scooter17@toboltseed.com