2015 Event Program

Kalispel Tribe of Indians and Northern Quest Resort & Casino
Presents the 16th Annual
July 26-27, 2015
Benefiting the Rypien Foundation
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For a child who is battling cancer, there are times when
hope is plentiful and the steps forward seem easy to take.
There are times when children are surrounded by their
family and friends, doctors and nurses, neighbors and
well-wishers. Times when they have so much love and
encouragement and support and it seems like anything
is possible and no obstacle is insurmountable.
There are other times, however, when hope is harder to
find. Times when the battle becomes more difficult than
anyone could have imagined it would be. When the giant
in front of them seems impossible to slay and they begin
to believe that they aren’t big enough, or strong enough,
or resilient enough to win.
All too often, those times come without warning. It could
happen when a young boy finally gets tired of being so
violently ill after every chemo treatment. Or when a little
girl has had enough of the stares and snickers at her bald
head. It could even happen when a son can no longer
stand to see the heartbreak in his parents’ eyes after the
doctor delivers another round of bad news.
It’s during these moments that hope is hard to come
by. But it’s also during these moments when hope is
most important.
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None of us can ever predict when those moments will
arrive, and as much as we want to, we can’t prevent
them from happening. What we can do is make sure that
when those horrible moments arrive, the children who
have to endure them have what they need to make it
through the darkness that threatens to overwhelm them.
For that to happen, we have to be willing to give those
children all the hope we can – not just at the beginning
of their monumental battle, but every step of the way.
Because when children are full of love and support and
encouragement – when children are full of hope – even
the most impossible steps somehow seem a little easier
to take.
And sometimes, having the hope to take that next step
makes all the difference in the world.
suMMeR CeleBRATIoN
sTARTeR
Traditional Fry Bread served with Huckleberry Butter
sAlAd CouRse
Very Berry Salad
Fresh Blueberries and Strawberries with
Thinly Sliced Red Onion, Slivered Almonds, Goat Cheese,
and Fresh Spinach Tossed with Raspberry Dressing
MAIN CouRse
Manhattan Cut New York Steak and Wild Salmon
Served with Garlic Mashed Potatoes
and Grilled Asparagus
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Dark Chocolate Almond Torte
and Riesling Poached Peach
vegetarian / gluten-Free / dietary Restriction menu options are
available upon request. Please notify your server.
dinner sponsored By: Kalispel Tribe of Indians and
Northern Quest Resort & Casino
event video Produced By: North By Northwest
JeWelRy duo
PouNdeR’s JeWelRy
Buy Your Tickets Tonight to Win Both!
1 for $25 or 5 for $100
CeleBRATIoN NeCKlACe
Drawing inspiration from the Zak!Charity Open logo,
Pounder’s Jewelry has created a custom pearl and diamond
pendant exclusively for this event.
The pendant is hand-fabricated in 14kt white and yellow
gold, and is crowned with a lustrous 10mm white pearl that
is accented by sparkling round brilliant cut diamonds.
This beautiful, one-of-a-kind pendant is suspended from a
14kt double white and yellow gold Tiffany-style chain.
MeN’s sTAINless sTeel WATCh
This men’s stainless steel watch has an exclusive custom
Zak!Charity Open dial and a sapphire crystal. The quartz
movement is manufactured to the highest standards of
Swiss technology and precision, and it is backed by a
three-year warranty.
Total Value: $2550 (Necklace- $1900, Watch - $650) • Must be present to win.
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CoMPeTITIoN
Buy your bead strands now!
1 for $25 or 5 for $100
Join us for this fast-paced, competitive game
where the last person standing wins 50% of
the proceeds.
“The Zak!Charity Open golf tournament and dinner-auction
is a fun, dynamic and rewarding event. I love joining
together with others to bring encouragement and hope to
local children, teens and their families. Pounder’s Jewelry is
honored to provide these Zak!Charity Open signature pieces.”
Andrea Pounder
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sTePhANIe vIgIl
Stephanie Vigil is an award-winning news anchor who has been a familiar face on KHQ
Channel 6 News for 18 years. Stephanie moved to Spokane from Sacramento, CA in 1997
to pursue a career as a television news anchor.
Since entering the Spokane market, she has received prestigious awards such as the
Edward R. Murrow Award and Emmy awards for Best Newscast. Stephanie is a graduate
from Gonzaga University with a Master’s Degree in Communication and Leadership.
She teaches a class on Image & Reputation management for the MBA and business school
at G.U.
She is an avid cyclist, snow and water skier and believes the Inland Northwest offers
everything a sports enthusiast desires.
Stephanie is married to husband, Jay Underwood, and is the proud mother of two boys,
Nicholas, 20 and Johnathan, 16.
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luKe yATes
Luke was born and raised in Spokane, WA, the second of ten children. Growing up in a musical
family, he spent his entire childhood singing at local church events, block parties, and fairs. In 2005,
Luke was asked to tour with the prestigious quartet, Blackwood Legacy, from Nashville, TN. Since
the age of 19, he has performed over 2000 concerts across the United States. Over the past couple
years, he has been writing, recording, and producing throughout Nashville and LA. Luke’s first
original release song, ”Smile”, is donating half the proceeds to The Rypien Foundation, helping
children and their families in their battle against cancer.
CouRTNey BIggs
Raised in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho, Courtney grew up surrounded by
music. She has been singing, acting, and writing ever since she was
young. Courtney has acted in film and commercials, being cast
with Bella Thorne, Billy Zane, Steve Guttenburg, and Curtis Armstrong, to name a few. She has
also written many songs, some of which were placed in films, co-written with Ariel Winter Gray,
Michelle McCammond, and Mike Biggs. Courtney has performed live at many locations throughout
Washington and Idaho and has been a featured artist on Indie Air Radio. Her single, “I’ll be on Hold,”
placed in the top TEN for Indi.com’s Original Country Song Writing contest. Courtney is currently
writing and recording and will be releasing more songs in the near future.
MIChelle MCCAMMoNd MusIC
Michelle, along with Luke Yates and Courtney Biggs, believes sincerely in giving of her time and talent. She works diligently for
others, and she guides and encourages her talent to do the same. Michelle and her amazing team are forever willing to do
whatever it takes to show their support for a variety of causes. Michelle is honored to be a part of the Mark Rypien Foundation
fundraising efforts.
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BoB MCCoNKey
Bob McConkey began his career in the industry at South
Seattle Auto Auction. From there, he went on to serve as
General Manager of Southern California Auto Auction,
doubling its size and making it the world’s largest auto
auction in just three years. In 1992, he and his best friend
and business partner Greg Mahugh founded DAA Northwest
in Spokane, Washington. Today, DAA is one of the largest
and most respected independent auto auctions in the nation.
Bob became co-owner of Kansas City Independent Auto
Auction in 2009. Together with partners Doug Doll and
Gregg Boswell, he is active in administering the auction’s
operations and strategies. Additionally, he has partnered with
Greg Mahugh in founding El Paso Independent Auto Auction,
which opened in January of 2011, and DAA Seattle, which
launched in the spring of 2013.
Bob McConkey is very active within the auto auction industry.
In 2009, he served as president and chairman of the National
Auto Auction Association, where he championed strategic
cooperation and standardization within the industry. He can be
seen auctioneering in the lanes every week and is considered
by many to be one of the finest automobile auctioneers in
the west.
CoMMITTee MeMBeRs
Irv Zakheim
Chair - Zak Designs, Inc.
Lisa Stephens
Event Director - Zak Designs, Inc.
Lona Barnum
Producer - Summer Celebration
Zach Proett
Arthur J. Gallagher & Co.
Michael Jackson
Cain Jackson Financial Management
Chuck Watkins
Cisco Systems, Inc.
Steve Rector
Cowles Company
Dave Coombs
DMC Properties
Bob McConkey
Dealers Auto Auction Northwest
Jim Hayford
Eastern Washington University
Frank Etter
Garco Construction
Jack Fallis
Global Credit Union
Steve Hertz
Gonzaga University
Tammy Pruitt
Greater Spokane Incorporated
Terry Piger
International Paper
Stephanie Vigil
KHQ, Inc.
Jim Becker
Kalispel Tribe of Indians and
Northern Quest Resort & Casino
Meg Miller
Kalispel Tribe of Indians and
Northern Quest Resort & Casino
Annie Quisenberry
Kalispel Tribe of Indians and
Northern Quest Resort & Casino
John Hemmingson
Lakeside Capital Group
Bob McLean
Larry H. Miller Lexus Spokane
Ed Tabish
Moloney, O’Neill, Corkery & Jones, Inc.
Tomás Guzmán
North By Northwest
Matt Jaime
North By Northwest
Jeff Johnson
Northland Communications
Amber George
Rypien Foundation
Mark Rypien
Rypien Foundation
Jay Lewis
Washington Trust Bank
Tom Pauley
Zak Designs, Inc. - Retired
Brenda Wheeler
Zak Designs, Inc.
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BeNeFITINg ChARITy
Providing Hope
For local Families Battling cHildHood cancer
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RyPIeN FouNdATIoN
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MedICAl PlAy KITs - $25
It is natural for any child to be fearful of new experiences
and strange environments. For children with cancer, the
hospital can quickly become a scary, confusing place that
they associate with pain and sickness. Parents and health
care professionals need a wide range of tools to help
them. One of the strongest fears is that of the unknown.
Medical Play Kits are a valuable tool for parents and
healthcare professionals to help facilitate a dialogue
with children and create a bridge between the hospital and home
by demystifying some of the procedures. By allowing children to become more familiar with the
medical devices found in the medical play kit, they become more mentally prepared for what they will encounter during
upcoming tests and treatments, lessening the fear of the unknown.
gAs gIFT CARd - $50
For many families, staying at the hospital just isn’t an option. Life’s commitments and responsibilities don’t disappear just
because a child has cancer. Many families are forced to drive long distances to take care of those commitments and rush back
to be by their child’s side. A simple gas card can mean the difference between being together or being alone.
FAMIly suPPoRT NIghT - $100
Once a month, pediatric oncology patients and their families gather together and enjoy a family dinner, supported by the Rypien
Foundation, followed by group activities focused on offering emotional support and education. The program encourages family
togetherness and connection amongst families going through similar cancer experiences, all while engaging in fun activities.
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to improving the lives of children with cancer. Through
the years we have increased our funding to support even
more programs that provide guidance, aid and quality care
to patients and their families. In addition, we have funded
special construction projects within the Children’s Hospital
including a children’s movie theatre, interactive outdoor
terrace off the pediatric oncology unit, and most notably the
Rypien Foundation Children’s Emergency Center, all to foster
a powerful healing environment where kids’ unique medical
and emotional needs are met with expert care
from nurses and doctors skilled in pediatrics. The Rypien
Foundation is creating some happy memories for a lot of
children, bringing some comfort to worrying parents, and
giving some hope to families where it was in short supply.
And none of it would be possible without you.
Your support during the Paddle Raise tonight will advance
the mission of the Rypien Foundation to provide hope
for local families battling childhood cancer. Since 2004,
the Rypien Foundation has touched hundreds of lives and
granted thousands of dollars to organizations dedicated
We invite you to learn more about the wonderful programs
and projects supported by your donation by visiting our
website at www.rypienfoundation.org. Thank you again for
your help in providing hope to families battling childhood
cancer in the Inland Northwest.
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sheldoN MAul
CouRAge AWARd ANd FuNd
It’s easy to see how someone could become bitter and
withdrawn after being diagnosed with cancer – especially at
an early age. What takes infinitely more courage is to face
that diagnosis with a kind and generous spirit that will inspire
everyone around you. And that’s exactly what Sheldon Maul
did. In the 20 years he was on this earth, Sheldon lived every
single day to the fullest, and he did it wearing a smile on his
face that was as powerful as it was contagious.
As a way to honor that inspiring spirit, the Zak Foundation
established the Sheldon Maul Courage Fund to help provide
financial assistance to children and their families who are
battling cancer. A portion of the proceeds of the Zak Foundation
are dedicated to the Sheldon Maul Courage Fund, and this
year that money is going toward the Emergency Travel
Assistance Program that helps children with especially rare or
aggressive forms of cancer be able to afford to travel outside
of Spokane for the specialized treatment they need. While
this step can sometimes mean the difference between a clean
bill of health and an unthinkable alternative, the cost can
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be overwhelming to families who are already burdened with
extensive medical bills. By providing these children and their
families with the financial assistance to go seek the treatment
that might only be available in one or two cities in the nation,
the Sheldon Maul Courage Fund is helping to give these
courageous children the hope they need to have a fighting
chance at the kind of life Sheldon inspired all of us to live!
In addition to the fund that was set up to help cancer patients
and their families, the Zak Foundation has also established
the Sheldon Maul Courage Award as a way to honor and
celebrate someone who embodies the brave and generous
spirit that defined the way Sheldon lived his life. This award
will be presented each year to an individual affiliated
with Providence Sacred Heart Children’s Hospital who has
displayed unwavering courage and selflessness while battling
cancer – because all of us can learn so much about life from
these inspirational warriors like Sheldon who refuse to ever
allow their spirit to be broken by something as monumentally
insignificant as cancer.
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JAyMe hAyFoRd
For most kids – even for most adults – it would’ve been too
much. It would’ve been too devastating. Not for Jayme. The
smile might not have come quite so easily after that, but it
was still there. And so was the courage.
Once again, Jayme fought. She fought through the tears and
the heartache. She fought through the pain and the setbacks.
She fought with the heart of a warrior and the spirit of a
saint. And through it all, Jayme kept smiling and kept giving
to all those around her. Whether it was a Penny Drive to raise
money for patients in elementary school or just spending time
with other children on Sacred Heart’s Pediatric Oncology
floor who needed a friend and a little encouragement,
Jayme never failed to give to others and her courage and
generosity always shined do much brighter than any pain
she was forced to endure. And even when she was tired, and
weak, and sick, Jayme found a way to make it to nearly every
Zak!Charity Open event and reminded all of us just how
important it is to never stop fighting.
Some people go their entire lives without ever knowing
what true courage feels like. Others, however, are forced
to find it earlier in life than anyone should ever have to.
Jayme Hayford was in Kindergarten when she was first
diagnosed with leukemia. At five years old, when other girls
were learning how to skip rope and braid their doll’s hair,
Jayme had to learn how painful the sting of a chemo needle
can be and what it felt like to have to trade the joy of the
classroom for the uncertainty of a hospital bed.
It wasn’t fair. And it wasn’t right. Jayme could have kicked and
screamed and complained. She could’ve given up. But what
she did was grab hold of that unbelievable courage she’s filled
with, and she fought. For three years she fought. She fought
through those carefree years of innocence that no child should
ever have to lose. She fought through missed birthday parties
and sleepovers and field trips. She fought with the kind of
bravery that would make seasoned soldiers envious. She
fought, and she won.
Jayme’s been cancer-free for nearly 12 years now. She doesn’t
look back at the childhood she lost with regret, but instead
cherishes the memories of the family and friends and doctors
and nurses who helped her find the courage to inspire so many.
It is for that reason, and so many others, that Jayme has been
selected to receive the 2015 Sheldon Maul Courage Award.
Jayme is an especially appropriate recipient of the inaugural
award because not only does she perfectly embody the spirit
that this award was
created to celebrate,
but she was also a dear
friend of Sheldon’s.
And, like Sheldon,
Jayme is one of those
shining examples of a
person who can teach
us all the gift of living
each and every day to
the fullest.
When she was in third grade, Jayme was officially declared
cancer-free. She no longer had to fight. Not anymore. All she
would have to worry about now was the cooties that boys
carried and the friends she no longer had to be apart from.
A month into her fourth grade year, however, that innocent
childhood she so richly deserved was once again stripped
away from her. Jayme’s leukemia was back. Her fight was
beginning all over again.
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dAN FITZgeRAld huMANITARIAN AWARd
The Zak!Charity Open is honored to present the sixth annual Dan Fitzgerald Humanitarian Award.
This annual recognition is presented to members of our community that embody Fitz’s commitment to
improving our community…especially by providing support and hope to children who are in need.
2015 AWARd ReCIPIeNT – BoB MCCoNKey
Bob McConkey began his career in the wholesale auto auction
industry over 3 decades ago; his passion for bringing people
together, collaborating and competing in a viable market
brought him to Spokane with his best friend and business partner, Greg Mahugh. In 1992, the two founded DAA Northwest on
the West Plains.
employees deliver food to the school so that at-risk children
will have healthy meals and snacks throughout the weekend.
These efforts are in conjunction with the Common Core
initiative and Second Harvest. Next fall, DAA’s employees
plan to deepen the relationship with Sunset Elementary,
providing mentoring, clothing and other needed items.
In the years that followed, Bob and Greg assembled a Spokane
team that now consists of 200 employees. This “DAA Family” has
continued to grow beyond the Northwest. Now known as the
McConkey Auction Group, it includes wholesale auto auctions in
Spokane, Seattle, Kansas City and El Paso. Core values of Integrity,
Excellence, Professionalism and Fun permeate throughout the
organization, and there is a strong emphasis on community
support in each location.
Under Bob’s leadership, DAA Northwest has had a positive
impact on our community. Where the Zak!Charity Open is
concerned, he has personally volunteered to be the auctioneer
for the dinner/auction every year since 2005. Due in part to
his efforts, we’ve been able to raise more than $4.7 million
for local children’s charities. He has also auctioneered for the
Rypien Foundation’s annual Winemaker’s Dinner for each of
the 11 years the event has been held.
In addition to the many years that DAA Northwest has been
a sponsor of the Zak!Charity Open, Bob, his team and the
company’s auto dealer customers consistently support more
than 30 local and global non-profit organizations. DAA’s
annual Anniversary Sale Fundraiser has brought a million
dollars to the Vanessa Behan Crisis Nursery, Young Life, Union
Gospel Mission and Spring of Hope International. Recently,
DAA’s employees pooled together to sponsor Sunset Elementary,
a public school two miles from the auction. Each Friday,
Sometimes, the greatest gift any of us can give is our time
and our talents. And that is exactly what Bob McConkey
does without question and without exception. His selfless
devotion to helping raise money for children in our area
exemplifies the reason the Dan Fitzgerald Humanitarian
Award was established, and it is our great pleasure to present
this award to Bob for all that he has done to help bring hope
to children in our community.
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ZAK!ChARITy oPeN golF TouRNAMeNT
A veRy sPeCIAl ThANK you To MANITo golF & CouNTRy CluB
ZAK!ChARITy oPeN golF TIMelINe
10:00 am
Registration Begins / Driving Range Opens
10:45 am-12:10 pm Barbecue Lunch Available at Your Convenience
12:10 pm
Announcements / Hitting of the Ceremonial First Ball
12:30 pm
Shotgun Start
6:00 pm
Buffet Dinner and Awards Celebration (Time Approximate Following Golf)
Golf Carts Sponsored by: Washington Trust Bank
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To ouR sPoNsoRs
If the generosity of our sponsors is any indication, then our community has to be one of the most giving communities anywhere.
Because of the dedication and support of these businesses and individuals, children in our area have been given hope where little
existed. Please join us in thanking these sponsors for opening their hearts to our community’s greatest resource – our children.
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PlATINuM
Kalispel Tribe of Indians
A&F Exports
All Commercial Floors
Buehrle Family Foundation
Cain Jackson Financial Management
Commercial Creamery Co.
DAA Northwest Auto Body Center
Dartmouth Investments Ltd - Bruce Stuart
Dennis J. Gilbert Foundation
Diamond Resorts
Drywall Specialties
Global Credit Union
Itron
Korbel California Champagne
Krumland Automotive Group
McDonald’s Restaurants
Mercer Health & Benefits/Delta Dental of Washington
MillerCoors & The Odom Corporation
Providence Health Care
Spokane Indians & Spokane Chiefs
Sunshine Minting / Ground Force Worldwide
Technology Unlimited, Inc.
Northern Quest Resort
& Casino
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Celebration Pediatrics/
Medinex Healthcare
Lakeside Capital Group
Larry H. Miller Lexus Spokane
Lexus Champions for Charity
Sara Rose International
Zak Designs, Inc.
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Arthur J. Gallagher & Co.
Garco Construction
Heritage Wealth Advisors/
Reamer Family Dentistry
Washington Trust Bank
Artisan Portrait - Photography sponsor
KHQ & SWX Television - Media sponsor
King Beverage - Beverage sponsor
Lawton Printing - Printing sponsor
North By Northwest - event video sponsor
* As of print date
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We all need a hand to hold onto every now and then.
Zak Designs would like to thank the Rypien Foundation for being that
supportive hand for so many children in our community!
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THANK YOU RYPIEN FOUNDATION FOR HELPING
CHILDREN AND FAMILIES IN OUR COMMUNITY.
LAKESIDE CAPITAL GROUP IS PROUD TO BE A PART OF
THE ZAK!CHARITY OPEN AND THE CAUSES IT SUPPORTS.
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HELP SPOKANE
Lexus believes that children have the potential, and the desire, to
make the world a better place. To encourage them to pursue their
dreams, the Lexus Pursuit of Potential will support organizations
like the Rypien Foundation that build, shape and improve children’s lives.
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601 W. Riverside Ave., Suite 800, Spokane, WA 99201
509-456-8323 | 1-800-676-8323
www.dadavidson.com | D.A. Davidson & Co. member SIPC
509.244.2082 | daanwautobody.com
Conveniently located off Highway 2 on the West Plains at:
2607 South Hayford Road - Spokane, WA 99224
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There is no better investment
than investment in our children
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We’re proud to help the
Zak!Charity Open build a
brighter future for our kids!
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WHO SAYS GOLF HAS TO BE QUIET?
Our most
precious resource
Itron is proud to support the Zak!Charity Open, benefitting
the Rypien Foundation.
We are dedicated to the resourceful use of energy and water.
Together we can create a more resourceful world.
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Thanks to the Zak!Charity Open for being a
driving force in the community for kids in need
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the Zak! Charity Open benefiting
the Rypien Foundation
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Who says you can’t
change the world?
Together we can.
It takes a whole community,
and together we can make a
difference.
We applaud the Zak!Charity
Open for their generosity in
helping those in need.
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to Support the Rypien Foundation
Helping to make a difference in the lives of childhood cancer families
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Thank you for all of your
work in our community.
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sPeCIAl CoNTRIBuToRs
Adventures in Advertising
Allpak Trojan
Antigua
Batteries + Bulbs
Callaway Golf
Cougar Mechanical
Cowles Company
Cutter & Buck
D.A. Davidson & Co.
Diamond Resorts International
FSA Spokane
Gary J. Hopkins
Graphic Creations, Inc.
Hanover Insurance Company
Irrigation Northwest L.L.C.
Jensen Distribution Services
Lamar Outdoor Advertising
Lane Powell PC
Larison & Associates
LISI Group
Manito Family Dentistry
Merit Electric of Spokane
PayneWest Insurance, Inc.
Pounder’s Jewelry
Radio Spokane
Sunshine Minting
Sysco Spokane
Taco Bell
URM Stores, Inc.
WCP Solutions
Yin May Enterprise Ltd.
Yu Mei Plastics Products Factory
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voluNTeeR ThANK you
The Zak!Charity Open thanks all of our wonderful volunteers for their heartfelt commitment to children in our community.
The success of our event is not possible without the overwhelming generosity of their time, talents and enthusiasm.
And finally, we would especially like to thank our event sponsor,
Zak Designs, with special gratitude extended to Irv Zakheim,
Lisa Stephens, Tom Pauley and Brenda Wheeler. We would also
like to extend a heartfelt, “thank you” to Lona Barnum for her
outstanding contributions and hard work in the production of
our Summer Celebration.
All of you have our sincerest gratitude for your remarkable
support of this event and your noble commitment to children
of our community.
(509) 244-8656
The Rypien Foundation would like to thank all of the dedicated
people who have supported the Zak!Charity Open this
year. This amazing event would not be possible without
the continued support we receive from all of our generous
sponsors and participants.
A special thanks to our Title Sponsors, the Kalispel Tribe of
Indians and Northern Quest Resort & Casino, for providing
not only their sponsorship support, but also their wonderful
facility for our Summer Celebration, hotel accommodations
and golf contest volunteers. In addition, a big “thank you”
to Manito Golf & Country Club for allowing us to play on their
beautiful course.
www.zakcharityopen.org
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