Thanks to the incredible generosity of over 25 sponsors, 124 golfers, including representation from over 30 school districts, the 2025 Coalition of Rural and Appalachian Schools (CORAS) Charity Golf Outing raised a record-breaking $10,000+ in support of the Appalachian Children Coalition.

Veregy was honored to once again coordinate this annual event, held on June 4, 2025, at Eaglesticks Golf Club in Zanesville, Ohio. The day brought together education leaders, advocates, and corporate partners for a great cause. With beautiful weather and a spirit of friendly competition, golfers enjoyed a full round, skills competitions, meals, and meaningful conversations, all in support of Appalachian youth.

Leaders from the Coalition of Rural and Appalachian Schools present the $10,000+ check to the Appalachian Children Coalition. Left to Right: Dr. Richard Murray, Dr. Tom Davis, Dr. Randy Leite, Jim Burrow, Dr. Steven W. Evans. Not Pictured: Charles Rinkes and Dave Scholl

“It is a privilege for Veregy to continue hosting the CORAS Golf Outing benefiting the Appalachian Children Coalition. It gives us great satisfaction knowing that we’re doing something that not only helps school districts and school leaders in our region of the state but also directly benefits children. Everyone had a great time, and we look forward to continuing to support CORAS as a Business Partner and the Appalachian Children Coalition.”

– Jon Saxton, Senior Account Executive, Veregy

CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR 2025 WINNERS!

1st Place Team: Chuck Rinkes, Jaxon Rinkes, Brad Baker, Josh Branch (Representing Riverview Local SD)

2nd Place Team: Marc Kreischer, Josh Horner, Jason Wright, Jason Fischer (Representing Bloom-Vernon Local SD, Oak Hill Union Local SD, Huntington Local SD, and Chillicothe City SD)

3rd Place Team: Roy Johnson, Scot Gheen, Ryan Davis, Nolan Yates (Representing Meigs Local SD)

3rd Place Award Accepted By Roy Johnson

THANK YOU TO OUR 2025 SPONSORS!

Hole Sponsors
• Veregy
• FMX (x2)
• Veregy (x2)
• Tomlinson Insurance
• SHP
• VSWC
• Summit Construction
• Paul & Kathleen LaRue
• Robert W. Baird and Co. Inc.

Cart Sponsors
• MCS & Associates, Ltd.
• Garland Roofing
• Veregy (x3)

Skill Prize & Trophy Sponsors
• Saxton Educational Consulting (x2)
• CORAS (x2)
• Lucas Consulting LLC
• Jostens

Thank you to all golfers, sponsors, and partners who made this event a success!

About the Appalachian Children Coalition
The Appalachian Children Coalition is a non-profit organization whose mission is to improve the health and well-being of the region’s children through collective advocacy and strategic investments. The Coalition’s membership includes behavioral health, K-12 education, and partner organizations that serve Appalachian Ohio’s 32 counties and more than 200,000 children. Learn more: https://www.appchildren.org/

Tee time! Golfers load their carts for a round to support Appalachian kids.