Nelson-Jameson raised $5,391 for the Nelson-Jameson Foundation via its annual golf outing.

The event took place on Aug. 6 at RiverEdge Golf Course in Marshfield, Wis. Nelson-Jameson launched NJF as a 501(c)(3) private foundation to formalize its longstanding culture of philanthropy and community stewardship. Since then, NJF has provided donations, volunteer-based support, scholarships, matching gifts, and provided financial grants to non-profits and charitable organizations locally and across the nation.

“We’re thrilled that our annual golf outing was a huge success and was able to raise more than $5,000 for the Nelson-Jameson Foundation,” says Amanda Nelson Sasse, President of the Nelson-Jameson Foundation. “Guided by a ‘Golden Rule’ that places focus on a culture of honesty, integrity, respect, and kindness, we’re committed to continuing our support for charitable partners and programs in ways that involve our community and prioritize the well-being of our employees.”

The Nelson-Jameson golf outing is held annually in appreciation of the food-processing industry distributor’s customers, manufacturing supplier partners, and its team members. Nelson-Jameson matched donations from participants as well as paid entries into golf competitions such as the “River Shoot” and a long-drive contest.

In addition to participating in company-wide efforts such as the annual golf outing, Nelson-Jameson employees can receive eight hours of paid time off per year during normal work hours to volunteer at charitable organizations of their choice. NJF also provides a Matching Gift Program that matches employee donations to 501(c)(3) charities, with gifts up to $1,000 per year per employee.

“Even on a rainy day, it was amazing to see our team, partners, and community come together for a day of giving,” Nelson Sasse added. “It’s a giving spirit that we see throughout the year as our team members also enjoy paid volunteer time as well as Nelson-Jameson’s Matching Gift Program.”

The Nelson-Jameson Foundation also works to educate students and offer solutions for social challenges by providing The Golden Rule Scholarship Program. Family members of Nelson-Jameson employees can apply for scholarships at accredited two- or four-year schools. An independent committee reviews the applications.