Join the Gumshoe Charity Classic
Step onto the green for a cause. Discover the Ankeny Police Foundation's premier annual golf tournament, where community, camaraderie, and charity come together to support vital local programs.
What is the Gumshoe Charity Classic?
The Gumshoe Charity Classic is the Ankeny Police Foundation's premier annual fundraising event, bringing together community members, businesses, sponsors, and supporters for a day of golf, fellowship, and giving back. More than just a golf tournament, the event serves as a vital source of funding for the Foundation's programs and community outreach efforts.
Proceeds from the Gumshoe Charity Classic help support initiatives such as Christmas with Cops, scholarships, community assistance for families in need, and other programs that strengthen relationships between the Ankeny Police Department and the community. The tournament also provides an opportunity for local businesses and residents to invest directly in programs that make a positive impact on Ankeny families and youth. The success of the Gumshoe Charity Classic helps ensure the Foundation can continue serving and supporting the community for years to come.
Who can participate?
The Ankeny Police Foundation welcomes participation and support from golfers, local businesses, community leaders, and residents who share a commitment to making a positive difference in our community. The Gumshoe Charity Classic is more than a golf tournament—it is an opportunity for individuals and organizations to come together in support of programs that benefit local youth, families, and community initiatives.
Local businesses are encouraged to participate through sponsorships, donations, and event partnerships, while golfers enjoy a unique opportunity to support a meaningful cause while networking with others who care about the future of Ankeny. Community members who do not golf can still contribute through volunteering, donations, and event support.
Together, these partnerships help fund programs such as Christmas with Cops, scholarships, and assistance for families in need, ensuring the Foundation can continue serving the Ankeny community.
Experience something special
The Gumshoe Charity Classic offers participants a truly unique experience that combines philanthropy, networking, and recreation. Held at Talons Golf Club, one of Iowa's premier private golf courses, the tournament provides golfers with an exceptional day on a course that is rarely available to the public. Participants also enjoy access to the remarkable Albaugh Classic Car Collection, adding an experience that cannot be found at most charity golf events.
Beyond the golf itself, what makes the tournament special is its purpose. Every sponsorship, donation, and registration directly supports programs that benefit local youth, families, and community initiatives throughout Ankeny. The event brings together business leaders, community members, supporters, and law enforcement in a fun and welcoming environment centered around giving back. It is an opportunity to enjoy a memorable day while making a meaningful and lasting impact on the community.
Your impact on the community
Funds raised through the Gumshoe Charity Classic directly support the Ankeny Police Foundation's mission of strengthening our community through outreach, assistance, education, and positive engagement. The proceeds help fund programs such as Christmas with Cops, scholarships, and community assistance initiatives that provide support to local children, families, and individuals facing unexpected hardships.
These funds allow the Foundation to respond to needs that may not be met through traditional public funding, including providing food, clothing, temporary lodging, and other forms of assistance to families in crisis. They also help create opportunities for youth engagement and educational advancement through Foundation-sponsored programs and scholarships.
Most importantly, the money raised stays within the Ankeny community, helping improve lives, foster positive relationships, and ensure the Foundation can continue making a meaningful impact for years to come.
2026 Gumshoe Program and Sponsors
Take a closer look at the 2026 Gumshoe Charity Classic program and our generous sponsors.