Page 8 - Chehalis Tribal Newsletter - July-August 2025

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FUNDRAISING

Lively day on the links

Competitive Golf Tournament
bolsters economic empowerment

By Tamra De Nova
The Chehalis Tribal Loan Fund
(CTLF) hosted its fifth annual Golf
Tournament on Aug. 1 at the beautiful
Tahoma Valley Golf Course. It was our
most impactful tournament yet!
With stunning weather, a full course
and enthusiastic supporters, the day
brought together golfers, sponsors and
community partners to celebrate a shared
commitment to financial wellness and
Tribal economic empowerment.
This year’s tournament featured
the exciting Harley for a Hole-in-One
challenge, where golfers had a chance to
win a new Harley-Davidson motorcycle
with a perfect shot. Though no one
rode off with the bike this year, the
challenge added excitement and friendly
competition.
Players also enjoyed a lively
putting contest with a $2,500 prize,
mouthwatering food and a raffle packed
with generously donated prizes from local
businesses and community supporters.
Most importantly, the event raised
critical funds that will allow CTLF to Teams enjoy
continue providing access to fair lending, friendly
financial coaching and small business competition
support for Tribal and nontribal residents at the
across Southwest Washington. annual Golf
With the help of sponsors and Tournament
participants, CTLF has been able to assist hosted by
hundreds of families and individuals in Chehalis Tribal
escaping predatory lending, launching Loan Fund.
businesses and building healthier
financial futures.
We offer a heartfelt thank you to
the Chehalis Tribe, our founding and
sustaining supporter, whose ongoing
generosity and vision make events
like this possible. Your commitment
continues to open doors for economic
opportunity and community well-being.
“We’re incredibly proud of the impact
we’re making together,” said Tamra
De Nova, Executive Director of CTLF.
“Every swing, every sponsorship and
every story shared out on that course
contributes to real change – whether it’s
helping someone buy their first home,
consolidate high-interest debt or turn a We’re incredibly proud of the
business dream into reality.” impact we’re making together.
Thank you to everyone who joined us
for this unforgettable event. We can’t wait TAMRA DE NOVA, CTLF EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
to welcome you back in 2026 for another
amazing day of golf, generosity and
community-building.