Together for a Cause: Meet the Supporters of the JRF Event

“One person caring about another represents life’s greatest value.” - John Rhon

Since the beginning, the Jimmy Rane Foundation (JRF) has been powered by the unwavering support of countless individuals. Our supporters have been instrumental in the success of the Foundation and have helped us award over 650 scholarships since 2002. We remain inspired by the dedication of those who have stood by us and our deserving recipients.   

To our sponsors, event volunteers, staff, and many others, we couldn’t fulfill our mission without you. It truly takes a village, and the Jimmy Rane Foundation is grateful for the community that continues to uplift us as we change the lives of students through education.

Continue reading to learn more about our impactful supporters and the 2025 Jimmy Rane Charity Golf Tournament and Banquet Save the Date.

Sponsors

The Jimmy Rane Foundation is deeply grateful for its sponsors. Because of their generosity, students who may have faced financial barriers are now empowered to pursue their higher education. The monetary contributions of this group of supporters allows the Jimmy Rane Foundation to award renewable scholarships ranging from $500 to $5,000 per year.

Not only do the contributions of our sponsors open doors to higher education, but they also provide hope, inspiration, and encouragement to those who may not have had these opportunities otherwise. These supporters are not just funding education – they’re shaping futures, strengthening communities, and changing lives that go far beyond the classroom. We are extremely grateful for our sponsors and are honored to have them by our side as we achieve our mission.

If you would like to become a sponsor of the 2025 Jimmy Rane Charity Golf Tournament and Banquet, click here. 

Volunteers and Event Staff

Each year, a group of amazing, servant-hearted individuals volunteer their time to help execute the annual Jimmy Rane Charity Golf Tournament and Banquet. This year’s JRF event was blessed to have a total of 35 volunteers and event staff. Executing a two-day event for over 1,000 people is no small task, which is why we truly couldn’t make it happen without our volunteers.

The volunteers typically arrive one to two days before the event – ready to work hard and have lots of fun! It’s all hands on deck to complete the tasks that require attention before, during, and after the annual charity event to ensure its success.

Pre-event tasks include setting up various event spaces, such as the silent auction room, media rooms, hospitality suites, and the scholarship reception area, as well as preparing over 1,000 name tags and goody bags for each attendee. During the event, our volunteers assist with the execution of guest registration, goody bag distribution, silent auction, welcoming our scholarship recipients, creating content for our social media pages, and more.

Our volunteers donate not only their time but also their heart and passion, and the JRF is incredibly grateful for their invaluable contributions each year. Without this hardworking group, the event would not be possible. We cannot express how grateful we are for our event volunteers!

Celebrity Guests

This past year, we were thrilled to welcome over 1,000 attendees to the JRF Charity Banquet. Each year, this event is made special by the extraordinary individuals who come together to celebrate and support our cause. Among the 1,000 attendees, we were honored to host 70 celebrity guests whose remarkable talents and contributions to the world of athletics have left a lasting mark. Their presence brought additional excitement and inspiration, making the evening even more memorable.

Event Partners

Another group of supporters the JRF would like to highlight is our event partners. There are many people, businesses, and organizations who play a key role in the execution and success of our annual charity event, and we’d like to give them special recognition. 

The Renaissance Montgomery Hotel and Spa at the Convention Center in Montgomery, AL, has hosted the Jimmy Rane Foundation Charity Event for the past 12 years. We’re grateful for our partnership with them and everything their team does to ensure the space is ideal for our needs.

Thank you to the RTJ Golf Trail at Capitol Hill for hosting the golf tournament over the past 12 years! Capitol Hill has three courses – the Judge, the Legislator, and the Senator – making it the perfect venue to host all our participating guests. An event highlight for our attendees is getting on the green with our celebrity guests!

The JRF is grateful to those who help us preserve the memories of our annual event. A special thanks to Photographer Paul Beezley (Paul Beezley Photography), Videographer Joe Bryan (G2 Productions), and the Slaton Agency for their contributions to our annual charity banquet and golf tournament. Their expertise ensures that every moment is captured beautifully, providing us with media assets that allow us to relive and share these special occasions.

Save the Date: The 2025 Jimmy Rane Charity Golf Tournament and Banquet

Mark your calendars! The Jimmy Rane Foundation is pleased to announce the dates for next year’s Charity Golf Tournament and Banquet. Join us on May 15 - 16, 2025, for two days of fellowship, celebration, and support.  

Keep an eye out for more details from Hayley Northey, Event & Scholarship Coordinator, ’03 JRF Alumni, as the 2025 event draws nearer!