From championship golf to inspiring conferences and unforgettable celebrations, TeamMates hosts annual events that honor our mission, engage our community, and raise vital support for mentoring. Whether you’re hitting the green, learning best practices, or cheering on graduates, each event plays a part in building brighter futures for students across our six-state region.
December 2, 2025 – February 2, 2026
In 1984, Coach Osborne’s decision to go for 2 for a decisive victory over Miami and his first National Championship was a defining moment in his coaching career. In honor of Coach Osborne’s decision, join TeamMates on Giving Tuesday by giving any denomination of 2 between December 2, 2025 and February 2, 2026.
Iron Horse Golf Club – Ashland, NE | June 2025
The Osborne Family Legacy Golf Tournament is an annual fundraiser in support of the TeamMates Mentoring Program. The tournament welcomes 30 teams each year who enjoy 18-holes of competitive golf. The tournament is held at the beautiful Iron Horse Golf Club in Ashland, Nebraska.
Nebraska Innovation Campus – Lincoln, NE | July 2025
The TeamMates Annual Conference is a two-day conference with keynote and breakout sessions geared for TeamMates program coordinators and board members to help them develop and strengthen their programs. More than 300 leaders from across a six-state region gather to learn best practices in mentoring and gearing up for the new school year.
Memorial Stadium – Lincoln, NE | September 2025
TeamMates mentees who have been awarded scholarships to continue their education are honored with a pre-game tailgate and recognition on the field at a home football game at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. Mentees are accompanied by their mentors and are celebrated for the important milestone of high school graduation and pursuit of post-secondary education.
Omaha, NE | November 2025
The TeamMates Celebration is an annual gathering of nearly 2,000 of TeamMates’ closest friends and stakeholders. The Celebration is an evening to celebrate mentoring with food, cocktails, and fun. Over the past 20 years, guests have included Condoleezza Rice, Peyton Manning, Drew Brees, Larry the Cable Guy, Vince Gill, Bill Murray, and many more.
For sponsorship information, please contact TeamMates Development Director, Ruth Eubanks.
