2024 Cushing Terrell Golf Classic Raises $20,000 for Billings Family YMCA Teen Center Project
Cushing Terrell’s annual golf classic fundraiser held at Pryor Creek Golf Club in August was a great success, raising $20,000 for the Billings Family YMCA’s new teen center project, which aims to create a safe space with purpose for teens where they can gain experience, grow, and thrive.
The renovation project will transform two 1970s-era racquetball courts into a basketball court and electronic sports center (E-Sports), which will provide alternative activities for teens in the Billings, Montana, community. In addition to reimagining the old courts, the YMCA will remodel an underutilized space into a teen lounge for those who need a place to study and do homework or who want to socialize with friends.
“We’re grateful for the support from Cushing Terrell for our new Teen Center that allows us to provide a safe place for teens during out-of-school time,” said Kim Kaiser, chief executive officer, Billings Family YMCA. “The Teen Center includes a electronic sports arena, streetball court, and training zone and provides teens with positive alternative activities helping to keep them off the streets and out of trouble.”
While in its ninth year with a named fundraising beneficiary, the 2024 Cushing Terrell Golf Classic raised $20,000 and pushed the cumulative funds raised upwards of $120,000. Previous beneficiaries include ZooMontana, Boys & Girls Clubs of Yellowstone County, Moss Mansion, Alberta Bair Theater, The Family Tree Center, and Yellowstone Boys and Girls Ranch.
“The YMCA played a significant role in my life growing up here in Billings; it’s where I learned how to swim and went to play racquetball and basketball with friends. As an adult member and active YMCA board member, I know so much more about the important role the organization plays in our community, and I’m thrilled we’re able to contribute to their mission,” Cushing Terrell Principal Brad Sperry said. “A huge thank you to all the teams who participated and the individuals and businesses who contributed time and financial donations!”
It’s never too soon to inquire about the 2025 Golf Classic! Sponsorship opportunities are available. Please contact Alyssa Voeltz at alyssavoeltz@cushingterrell.com or 406.896.6120 for details.
About Cushing Terrell
Cushing Terrell was founded in 1938 on the belief that integrating architecture, engineering, and design opens the doors for deepened relationships and enhanced creativity. This foundation continues to define the firm and its multidisciplinary team today. Driven by empathy, the team works to design systems and spaces that help people live their best lives and enjoy healthy, sustainable built environments. With more than 500 team members spanning 30-plus disciplines and expertise across the commercial, education, government, healthcare, infrastructure, residential, and retail markets, the firm has offices in Colorado, Idaho, Louisiana, Minnesota, Montana, Oregon, Texas, and Washington. For more information about Cushing Terrell, visit cushingterrell.com.
About Billings Family YMCA
The mission of the YMCA is “to put Christian principles into practice through programs that build healthy spirit, mind, and body for all.” Through effective board, staff, and volunteer leadership, the YMCA achieves this mission through collaborations with other community institutions and civic groups. The Billings Family YMCA was established as a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit charitable organization in 1905. Since its founding, the Billings Family YMCA has provided health and wellness programs as an integral part of their mission. Together, the nation’s 2,000+ YMCAs are the largest not-for-profit community service organization in America, working to meet the health and human service needs of 20.2 million men, women, and children in 10,000 communities in the United States.
