Mark your calendars for October 5th, 2026! Kanbe’s Markets and Ellis Real Estate are back for an unforgettable day of golf at Shoal Creek! Get ready for great competition, delicious food, refreshing drinks, and a chance to win a 4-night stay in San Pancho, Mexico!
Teams of 4 will compete in scramble-style tournament, with on course activations, mulligans, and other unique opportunities throughout the course! Tickets for each foursome starts at $1,000, snag your tickets today before they're gone!
Let’s drive out hunger together!
For questions about registration and sponsorship, contact Candice: candicen@kanbesmarket.org
Our Partners
Sponsorships
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Be a driving force in fighting food insecurity and promoting sustainability in Kansas City by becoming our Headline Event Sponsor! Your generous support fuels the mission of Kanbe’s Markets while offering exclusive brand visibility and engagement opportunities throughout the event, Kanbe’s website, and social media.
What Your Sponsorship Supports:
Your contribution supports Kanbe’s Markets’ ability to move fresh food onto the plates instead of letting it go to waste. While rescued food is free, the operational costs to process and distribute it are substantial. With food insecurity and grocery prices on the rise, the resources Kanbe’s provides is more critical than ever. Be the fuel to move over 3 million pounds of fresh, nutritious food, to feed more than 500,000 neighbors in our community this year!What You Receive as a Headline Sponsor:
Exclusive Hole Sponsorship – Customize your hole with a giveaway, contest, or branded experience.Three (3) Teams of Four – Bring 12 employees/clients to enjoy a fun-filled day on the course!
Prominent Logo Placement & Brand Exposure:
Featured on our event website with a direct link to your company.
Displayed on the live leaderboard throughout the tournament.
Included prominently on all tournament banners, printed materials, and promotional items.
Prime Speaking Opportunity – Address participants before the tournament kicks off.
Swag Bag Inclusion – Place branded items in every player's tournament gift bag.
Social Media Recognition – Receive featured mentions on Kanbe’s Markets’ & Ellis Real Estate Services platforms.
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Make a lasting impression on every golfer by becoming the Golf Ball Sponsor! As one of the most-used items on the course, your branded golf balls will be in every player’s hands (and on every fairway) throughout the day and long after the event.
What You Receive as a Golf Ball Sponsor:
One Team of Four (4) - Bring 4 employees/clients to enjoy a fun-filled day on the course!Branded Golf Balls – Your logo printed on premium golf balls. (Brand/Type can be changed based on sponsor preference.)
Swag Bag Placement – Golf balls included in every player's swag bag for maximum exposure.
Prime Logo Placement & Brand Exposure:
Event website listing with a direct link to your business.
Tournament banner, printed materials, and promotional items.
Why Sponsor?
Golf balls are a high-value, long-lasting giveaway. Players will continue using them long after the tournament, giving your brand extended visibility. This is an excellent way to align your business with an elite, engaged audience while supporting a meaningful cause! -
Place your brand most prominently on every event t-shirt, ensuring visibility all day long, on social media, and all throughout town afterwards!
What You Receive as a T-Shirt Sponsor:
Branded Placement – Your logo featured on all event t-shirts.One (1) Team of Four – Bring 4 employees/clients to enjoy a fun-filled day on the course!
Prime Logo Placement & Brand Exposure:
Event website listing with a direct link to your business.
Tournament banner, printed materials, and promotional items.
Social Media Recognition – Shoutouts and photo tags on Kanbe’s Markets' platforms featuring your logo in action.
Why Sponsor?
This is a high-touch sponsorship that puts your brand directly in the spotlight through team unity and visibility. It's a perfect opportunity to show your support for community and sustainability! -
Put your brand in the driver’s seat and gain premium visibility! Every golfer will see your logo throughout the day as they navigate the course, ensuring maximum exposure while supporting Kanbe’s Markets’ mission to provide fresh food access and fight food insecurity in Kansas City.
What You Receive as a Golf Cart Sponsor:
One (1) Team of Four – Bring 4 employees/clients to enjoy a fun-filled day on the course!Branded Golf Carts – Your logo on all golf cart signs, ensuring visibility all day long.
Prominent Logo Placement & Brand Exposure:
Featured on the event website with a direct link to your business.
Included on the tournament banner, printed materials, and promotional items.
On-Site Presence – Attend the event and engage with golfers throughout the day.
Swag Bag Inclusion – Add a branded item(s) for all tournament participants.
Cart Inclusions & Customization – Opportunity to place additional items inside golf carts or bring a creative activation to personalize your sponsorship.
Why Sponsor?
As the Golf Cart Sponsor, your brand will be front and center every time a player steps into their cart. This is an excellent opportunity to align your business with sustainability, community impact, and the fight against food insecurity, all while enjoying prime event exposure. -
Keep the drinks flowing and your brand in golfers’ hands by becoming the Drink Ticket Sponsor! This sponsorship ensures every player enjoys a refreshing beverage while supporting Kanbe’s Markets’ mission to fight food insecurity and promote sustainability.
What You Receive as a Drink Ticket Sponsor:
Branded Drink Tickets – Your logo featured on all drink tickets distributed to players.Prime Logo Placement & Brand Exposure:
Event website listing with a direct link to your business.
Tournament banner, printed materials, and promotional items.
On-Site Engagement – Opportunity to interact with golfers as they redeem their drinks.
Social Media Recognition – Featured mentions on Kanbe’s social channels.
Why Sponsor?
This is a cost-effective way to get your brand directly into players' hands while associating your business with a fun and social part of the event. Every sip will be a reminder of your generosity and commitment to the community. -
Make your brand stand out where the action happens—on the course! As a Hole Sponsor at the Ellis Open, you’ll have the unique opportunity to highlight your brand on the course while supporting Kanbe’s Markets’ mission to fight food insecurity and promote sustainability.
One Team of Four (4) - Bring 4 employees/clients to enjoy a fun-filled day on the course!
Exclusive Hole Sponsorship – Your logo prominently displayed at one of the featured holes.
Prime Logo Placement & Brand Exposure:
Event website listing with a direct link to your business.
Tournament banner, printed materials, and promotional items.
On-Site Engagement – Opportunity to interact with other golfers.
Social Media Recognition – Featured mentions on Kanbe’s social channels.
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Make your brand stand out where the action happens—on the course! As a Hole Activation Sponsor at the Ellis Open, you’ll have the unique opportunity to create an interactive experience for golfers while supporting Kanbe’s Markets’ mission to fight food insecurity and promote sustainability.
What You Receive as a Hole Activation Sponsor:
One Team of Four (4) - Bring 4 employees/clients to enjoy a fun-filled day on the course!Exclusive Hole Sponsorship – Your logo prominently displayed at one of the featured holes.
Customizable On-Course Activation:
Choose from pre-determined activities (e.g., closest-to-the-pin, longest drive contests)
OR create your own interactive experience (games, giveaways, product sampling, etc.)
Prime Logo Placement & Brand Exposure:
Tournament banner, printed materials, and promotional items
On-Site Presence – Opportunity to engage directly with golfers throughout the event
Swag Bag Inclusion – Add branded items for all tournament participants
Social Media Recognition – Featured mentions on Kanbe’s social channels
Why Sponsor?
Hole sponsorships offer maximum face-to-face engagement with players, allowing you to create a memorable experience that goes beyond just a logo. Whether you host a fun contest, offer giveaways, or simply showcase your brand, this sponsorship puts you front and center with every golfer. -
Start the Round with a Toast! Get the party started before the first tee-off! This unique sponsorship offers premium brand visibility while providing golfers with a refreshing pre-mixed cocktail as they gather before the shotgun start.
What You Receive as a Kickoff Cocktail Sponsor:
Branded Drink Station – Your logo displayed at the cocktail station, where players grab a pre-round drink.Choose A Favorite Signature Drink to Kickoff the Tournament.
Prime Logo Placement & Brand Exposure:
Event website listing with a direct link to your business.
Tournament banner, printed materials, and promotional items.
On-Site Presence – Be there to greet golfers and interact with players while they grab their drinks.
Why Sponsor?
This is a high-visibility sponsorship at one of the most social moments of the event—when all golfers are together before play begins. Align your brand with fun, community, and a great cause while ensuring maximum engagement with every golfer. -
Get long-lasting brand visibility by becoming the Koozie Sponsor! Every golfer will receive a branded koozie with your logo, keeping their drinks cold throughout the tournament and beyond.
What You Receive as a Koozie Sponsor:
Branded Koozies – Your logo printed on koozies provided to all tournament participants.Premium Placement – Koozies placed in all golf carts, ensuring every player uses them.
Prime Logo Placement & Brand Exposure:
Event website listing with a direct link to your business.
Tournament banner, printed materials, and promotional items.
Why Sponsor?
This sponsorship offers high retention value—players will continue to use their koozie long after the event, keeping your brand top of mind while reinforcing your commitment to community and sustainability. -
One (1) Team of Four – Enjoy a full day of golf with a team of four.
Branded Breakfast Buffet from a highly sought after Restaurant – Your logo featured at the breakfast station, ensuring visibility as players start their day.
Prime Logo Placement & Brand Exposure:
Featured on the event website with a direct link to your business.
Included on the tournament banner, printed materials, and promotional items.
On-Site Presence – Greet players as they arrive and connect with golfers during breakfast.
Swag Bag Inclusion – Add branded item(s) for all tournament participants.
Social Media Recognition – Gain exposure through featured mentions on Kanbe’s social channels.
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One (1) Team of Four – Enjoy a full day of golf with a team of four.
Branded Lunch from a highly sought after Restaurant – Your logo featured on all lunches, ensuring visibility as players start their day.
Prime Logo Placement & Brand Exposure:
Featured on the event website with a direct link to your business.
Included on the tournament banner, printed materials, and promotional items.
On-Site Presence – Greet players as they arrive and connect with golfers throughout the day.
Swag Bag Inclusion – Add branded item(s) for all tournament participants.
Social Media Recognition – Gain exposure through featured mentions on Kanbe’s social channels.