CHICAGO - (August 4, 2026) - The Presidents Cup, taking place at Medinah Country Club’s Course No. 3. September 22-27, 2026, will leave a lasting legacy in Chicago communities by donating $25,000 each to Bears Care, Chicago Bulls Charities and Chicago White Sox Charities.

To celebrate the news, Executive Director of the 2026 Presidents Cup, Joie Chitwood III welcomed former athletes from each team and representatives from each charity to Medinah Country Club on Tuesday, August 4 for a check presentation, showcase of the tournament build and a round of golf.

“Not only is the Presidents Cup about bringing world-class golf competition to the Chicago area, but it is also about creating a meaningful and lasting impact in the communities that welcome us,” says Chitwood III. “As we prepare to bring this global moment, we are proud to invest in the organizations that are making a difference here every day. Bears Care, Chicago Bulls Charities and Chicago White Sox Charities each play a vital role in strengthening communities, expanding opportunities for young people and improving lives across the region, and we are honored to support their important work.”

Bears Care

“On behalf of Bears Care and the Chicago Bears, we extend our sincere thanks to the Presidents Cup for their generous $25,000 donation and for its dedication to strengthening our communities,” said Marge Hamm, Director of Bears Care. “This contribution will help us continue supporting organizations that improve the health, education and well-being of families across the Chicagoland area.”

Chicago Bulls Charities

“We are honored by the generosity of the Presidents Cup and the shared commitment to making a meaningful difference in the lives of Chicagoans,” said Calvin Parson, Jr., Executive Director, Community Engagement & Chicago Bulls Charities. “Chicago Bulls Charities is committed to using our platform to unite Chicago through the lessons of basketball, the power of opportunity and the strength of community. This gift supports those efforts by allowing us to better serve the organizations, big and small, that address critical issues in our city.”

Chicago White Sox Charities

“This generous gift of $25,000 from the Presidents Cup will help us continue creating opportunities for youth and families throughout our community,” said Christine O'Reilly, Senior Vice President of Community Relations & Executive Director of White Sox Charities. “We are incredibly grateful to Joie Chitwood and the Presidents Cup for this meaningful investment in our mission to make Chicagoland a better place to live, work and play.”

Since its inception in 1994, the Presidents Cup has generated more than $56 million for charitable causes worldwide, reflecting the PGA TOUR’s commitment to giving back.