THe Don't Be Next Foundation
5th Annual Golf Classic
Benefitting The Don't Be Next Foundation
Held at Lynx Golf Course at Westlake Village in Winnebago, IL
Saturday July 19th, 2025
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Our Mission
It’s simple. To give back to our community in ways to provide young people better lives.
Our Mission
It’s simple. To give back to our home community in ways to provide young people better lives.
2024 SCHOLARSHIP RECIPIENTS
CRAIG L. WEAVER MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP RECIPIENT
C. PATRICK INSKO MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP RECIPIENT
2024 Old Stone Pantry Donation
It’s a good day to give!! What started out as an initial $500 donation four years ago, has now blossomed into a $3000 give to the Old Stone Pantry in historic Rockton, Illinois. Thank you Donn and all of the volunteers for your continued hard work to provide food for community members in need. Speaking of giving, come on out to the Roscoe VFW Saturday, November 23 from 12-3 as the Don’t Be Next Foundation will be giving out 100 turkeys to local Veterans as part of the inaugural “Turkeys Giving Turkeys” event. Come out, thank a vet, enjoy a beverage and kick off the holidays with a feel good moment.
Gymnastics Academy of Rockford
The Don’t Be Next Foundation donated $5,000 to the Gymnastics Academy of Rockford.
Gymnastics Academy of Rockford
The Don’t Be Next Foundation donated $5,000 to the Gymnastics Academy of Rockford.
Hononegah Girls Rugby Donation
The Don’t Be Next Foundation presented Hononegah Girls Rugby with a check for $1000 to support their annual car wash. We’ll see you on the pitch! Go Indians.
2022 Beloit Bowling Hall of Fame Donation
$1000 Donation to the Beloit Bowling Council For Youth Development. Donated in Honor of the Induction of Larry Moore (Class of 1990 Hononegah High School) into the Beloit Bowling Hall of Fame. Also pictured is Mike Townsend, President Beloit Bowling and Matt Strand, DBN Board Member (top image) as well as Larry Moore with the DBN Board (bottom image).
2022 Beloit Bowling Hall of Fame Donation
$1000 Donation to the Beloit Bowling Council For Youth Development. Donated in Honor of the Induction of Larry Moore (Class of 1990 Hononegah High School) into the Beloit Bowling Hall of Fame. Also pictured is Mike Townsend, President Beloit Bowling and Matt Strand, DBN Board Member (top image) as well as Larry Moore with the DBN Board (bottom image).
Wimpy’s Fund by Rockton Lions Donation
The Don’t Be Next Foundation donated $1,500.00 to the Wimpy’s Fund by Rockton Lions. This donation is in appreciation for all the hard work that they put into supporting local families in their time of need during the holidays. Thank you for all you do.
2022 Old Stone Pantry Donation
The Don’t Be Next Foundation donated $1,500.00 to the Old Stone Pantry in majestic Rockton, Illinois. Thanks to Donn VanSchelven and the other volunteers, people throughout the state line are provided food and meals on a regular basis. Donn has been at the pantry for more than 28 years. On the average, the pantry feeds 65 families per week. During the holiday season, they will feed nearly 100 families. We at the Foundation are proud to be able to give to such a worthy cause. All the Board members wish everyone a Merry Christmas and a healthy 2023!
2022 Old Stone Pantry Donation
The Don’t Be Next Foundation donated $1,500.00 to the Old Stone Pantry in majestic Rockton, Illinois. Thanks to Donn VanSchelven and the other volunteers, people throughout the state line are provided food and meals on a regular basis. Donn has been at the pantry for more than 28 years. On the average, the pantry feeds 65 families per week. During the holiday season, they will feed nearly 100 families. We at the Foundation are proud to be able to give to such a worthy cause. All the Board members wish everyone a Merry Christmas and a healthy 2023!
2021 HCHS Band Donation
The Don’t Be Next Foundation was recognized by the HHS Board tonight for our donation of $5000 to the Music Program in honor Patrick Insko.
2021 HCHS Boys and Girls Golf Donation
The Don’t Be Next Foundation also gave an additional $5000 to the Boys and Girls Golf Teams, to be split equally, in honor of Craig Weaver.
2021 HCHS Boys and Girls Golf Donation
The Don’t Be Next Foundation also gave an additional $5000 to the Boys and Girls Golf Teams, to be split equally, in honor of Craig Weaver.