22nd Annual Toby Keith & Friends Fundraiser Raises Over $1.35 Million for Charity
The annual Toby Keith & Friends fundraiser recently concluded its 22nd golf tournament, raising over $1.35 million for the Toby Keith Foundation and the OK Kids Korral. The event, themed around America's 250th anniversary, featured performances by Trace Adkins, Jim West, and Shawn Parr. Award Dealer Services and Eskridge Honda teams emerged as winners of the golf tournament, with Lucas Gibson clinching the closest-to-the-pin $10,000 reward.
The live auction at the fundraiser saw impressive bids, including $27,000 for a Toby Keith-themed guitar, $25,000 for concert tickets and dinner with Vince Gill, and $21,000 for tickets and luxury accommodations to the next year's Kentucky Derby. Trace Adkins entertained the attendees with a 75-minute set, followed by a dinner service.
Silent auction items, such as a Jack Hughes autographed photo and a signed jersey from Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, fetched $6,000 and $4,000, respectively. Eskridge Auto Group and Lexus also contributed to the fundraiser by donating $100 for every car sold during a month-long campaign, resulting in a total donation of $47,800.
The Toby Keith Foundation marked the 20th anniversary of the Toby Keith & Friends Golf Classic in 2025, raising a total of $3.1 million and reaching a cumulative fundraising milestone of $20 million from 2005 to 2025. Additionally, in 2024, the foundation celebrated the 10-year anniversary of the OK Kids Korral, a cost-free residence for families with children undergoing medical treatment.
Reflecting on his philanthropic efforts, Toby Keith expressed that the OK Kids Korral is his most significant contribution to the world. The fundraiser continues to make a meaningful impact on the lives of children and families in need, embodying the spirit of generosity and community support.