Join The Be The Change MN Movement

Breakdown of the day (August 30th)

Announcing the $5,000-$10,000 Be The Change MN Grant

Are you a smaller nonprofit with an annual operating budget under $300,000 focused on empowering underserved youth?

We want to support your mission!

Apply now for an opportunity for a $5,000-$10,000 grant to make a big impact.

Be The Change MN Golf Tournament 2025 Registration

Register as a onesome, twosome, or threesome, and we’ll pair you with a community leader to complete your foursome. Enhance your network and strengthen community bonds while enjoying a day of golf!


Why Get Involved?

  • Networking Opportunities: Connect with community leaders and fellow participants.
  • Community Bonding: Build stronger relationships within the community.
  • Fun and Relaxation: Enjoy a day of golf in a friendly and supportive environment.
  • Support a Cause: Contribute to empowering local youth through your participation.

Stay for The Ultimate Network VIP Cookout After-Party!

What Makes This Event Unique?

  • Exclusive Celebration: This event is the perfect capstone to a day of success, offering an exclusive opportunity to toast with fellow achievers.
  • Building Lasting Connections: Connect with influential community and corporate leaders, local members from our community, and nonprofits making a difference. Forge meaningful relationships that create lasting impact.
  • Culinary Experience: Savor delicious BBQ soul food crafted by talented chefs, bringing together the rich flavors and traditions of our community.
  • Entertainment: Enjoy an electrifying lineup of entertainment, featuring live performances, energetic dance showcases, and curated music sets that will keep the celebration going all night.

Be The Change MN is proud to celebrate its 5th Anniversary!

For five years, Be The Change MN has been the bridge connecting underserved youth and families to the resources, experiences, and support systems they need to thrive. We believe that powerful change starts with purposeful relationships and fostering a network of engaged community members.

This is where you come in. We bring together corporate leaders, residents, business owners, and passionate individuals to create a force for good. We believe that by forging meaningful connections, positive change becomes inevitable.

Join us in celebrating this milestone – our 5th Year Anniversary! We create unique experiences that raise awareness for organizations driving positive and lasting change in our community.

What Sets This Tournament Apart?

Participants sign up as a onesome, twosome , or threesome, and we add a community leader to complete each group. This ensures the formation of new, meaningful relationships. While golf is a part of the event, it only makes up about 5% of the day. The remaining 95% is dedicated to spreading awareness, fostering connections, and building relationships.

We are dedicated to raising funds for smaller nonprofits that work with underserved youth. These organizations receive essential support and connections to corporations, helping them thrive and expand their reach.

Our event brings together people from all walks of life, fostering an inclusive environment where diverse perspectives are valued. This diversity drives meaningful conversations and ongoing change.

By participating in our tournament, you contribute to creating lasting, positive change in the community. The relationships formed and the funds raised have a direct impact on the lives of underserved youth, bridging the gap between community and corporations to empower a brighter future.

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Breakdown of the Day

Nellie Stone Johnson’s Back to School Soul Food Picnic: With Be The Change MN

Thursday, September 26, 2024
Time: 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Location: Nellie Stone Johnson Elementary 807 27th Ave. N. Minneapolis, MN 55411

Be The Change MN Youth Jr’s Golf Tournament

Registration starts at 8:30 AM for Youth Golfers
Youth Tournament starts at 9:30 AM and ends at 11:30 AM

Youth Entrepreneurs Marketplace
High school seniors to compete for the Eddie Manderville & Solomon Hughes Sr. Scholarship

Be The Change MN 5th Annual Golf Tournament

Registration starts at 10:30 AM and ends at 11:30 AM
Lunch: 11:00 AM – 11:45 AM
Tournament: 12:00 PM- 5:00 PM

(Hard Stop! 5:00 PM)

Be The Change MN The Ultimate Network VIP Cookout After-Party

Starts at 3:00 PM and ends at 4:00 PM
Line dance lessons with Grammy Award-winning dancer Game Ova Skip

Beyond a handshake and a title, Be The Change MN seeks true community champions.

Beyond a handshake and a title, Be The Change MN seeks true community champions.

 

At Be The Change MN, we deeply value the role of community leaders in building relationships and fostering connections. Each year, we select 36 leaders from diverse backgrounds dedicated to positive
change. We invite these leaders to join as the fourth golfer in threesomes with participants they may not know. This unique setup allows leaders to share their inspiring stories and fantastic work directly with
others. Spending five hours together on the golf course creates a unique space for connection, fostering
lasting relationships.

By integrating community leaders, our tournament transcends a game, becoming a bridge for a more connected community. This strategy shines a light on our leaders’ achievements, creating a strong network
of partnerships and mutual support for tournament participants.

Excited to be a part of the Change Movement?

If you have any questions or would like to get involved, please fill out the form below, and we will get back to you as soon as possible.

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Nellie Stone Johnson’s Back to School Soul Food Picnic: With Be The Change MN

What to expect:

– Families and student will receive Culturally Relevant Groceries, Backpacks and School Essentials
– Activities: Bouncy House, Face Painter, Balloon Artist, Games and more
– Voter Registration, Community Partners, and Resources
– Soul Food Brunch

Back To School Family Fun Day hosted at Nellie Stone Johnson Elementary

Date: 26th  September

Must be registered!

We’re thrilled to announce our Back-to-School giveaway, supporting 200 families with Pre-K to 5th-grade students in North Minneapolis. This event will offer each family grocery bags filled with cutlery essentials, school supplies, and a soul food brunch. Join us at Nellie Stone Johnson Elementary for this impactful event. Be The Change MN is dedicated to uplifting our community by providing the essential resources to kick off the school year successfully. Don’t miss this chance to contribute and make a positive difference!

Be The Change MN Youth Jr’s Golf Tournament

Registration Starts at: 8:30 AM for Youth Golfers
Youth Tournament Starts at: 9:30 AM-11:30 AM

  • Youth Golf Scramble: Teams of juniors and seniors compete for college scholarships.
  • Community Leadership Integration: Each youth team is joined by a community leader, fostering mentorship and inspiration.
  • Young entrepreneurs will set up in every golf hole selling and giving their product information.  
  • Awards and Networking Lunch: Celebrating achievements and encouraging future leaders.
  • Awarded to youth senior only 2 scholarships of $2,500 each
  • Scholarships named after:  Eddie Manderville and Solomon Hughes Sr 
  • There will be a DJ from Best Buy Teen Tech Center.

Be The Change MN 5th Annual Golf Tournament

Registration Starts at: 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM
Lunch Starts: 11:00 AM – 11:45 AM
Tournament Starts: 12:00 PM- 5:00 PM
(Hard Stop! 5:00 PM)

Join us for an exciting golf tournament where teams of three are paired with a community leader to make a foursome, enhancing networking and community bonding. Proceeds from the event will support small nonprofits working with youth, distributing four grants of $5,000 to $10,000 each. We also take great pride in introducing smaller nonprofits and corporations to cultivate new relationships . Don’t miss this opportunity to enjoy a great day of golf while making a significant impact on our community!

Be The Change MN The Ultimate Network VIP Cookout After-Party

Starts at: 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Line Dance Lessons w/ Grammy Award Winning Game Ova Skip.

Doors open for VIP Access: 4:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Young Entrepreneurs: 4:00 PM: 

  • Set up at Adult Tournament of Be The Change MN 


Chef Mateo MacBee and special guest Chef’s pig and chicken roast: 
4:30 PM – 6:00 PM

Main course dinner starts upstairs in the chalet at:
5:00 PM While DJ is playing
5:45- 5:50 PM: Announce the 3 winning golf teams award and report to the trophy area. 

Entertainment Starts at:
6:00 PM – 7:00 PM: Monique’s Live Band
6:30 PM – 6:50 PM:  John Boy on the Track, Aka “Mr. Wobble,” performing the Wobble Dance, Line Dancing with GameOva Skip
6:50 PM – 7:00 PM: Monique’s live band/GameOva Skip performing “Can’t get enough/Tamia song”

7:00 PM – 8:00 PM Announcement 

  • Auction Warning @ 7:05 PM (about to close) 
  • Auction will be closing at @ 7:20 PM please hit your auctions table and check your bids.
  • 7:20 PM – 7:25 PM John Baker and MC closing thank you remarks


DJ & Dancing
 :
7:30 PM – GameOva Skip performing his famous line dance “Curious”
9:00 PM – Night ends/event closing

Celebrate the day’s successes and community spirit at The Ultimate Network VIP Cookout After Party! Engage in meaningful, joyous interactions with a diverse group of attendees and experience the heart and soul of our community in one festive evening.