Grand Rapids, MI (August 11, 2026) – Applied Innovation proudly hosted its 3rd Annual Golf Classic on August 10 at the University of Michigan Golf Course, bringing together customers, partners, team members, and community supporters to benefit A Kid Again Michigan. Through the generosity of golfers, sponsors, donors, and volunteers, the event raised more than $87K to help provide cost-free outings for children with life-threatening health conditions and their families.
Now in its third year, the Applied Innovation Golf Classic has become one of the company’s signature charitable events, reflecting its longstanding commitment to serving the communities where its team members live and work. Proceeds from this year’s outing will directly support A Kid Again’s mission of providing year-round Adventures that give children and their families an opportunity to step away from treatments to simply enjoy time together.
“At Applied Innovation, a passion for service extends far beyond the work we do for our customers. It means showing up for the communities we serve,” said Casey Lowery, President of Applied Innovation. “The Golf Classic is a reflection of that commitment, and we’re grateful to everyone who helped raise more than $87K to support the incredible families served by A Kid Again. Together, we’re making a lasting difference.”
Amy Vining, Executive Director of A Kid Again Michigan, expressed her appreciation for the partnership and the support generated through the event.
“The Applied Innovation Golf Classic is so much more than a day on the course. Every golfer, sponsor, volunteer, and supporter is helping create moments of joy for families who spend so much of their lives navigating doctor’s appointments, treatments, and uncertainty. Because of this incredible community, more children across Michigan will have the opportunity to experience the hope, happiness, and healing that come from simply getting to be a kid again. We’re deeply grateful to Applied Innovation and everyone who makes this event possible.”
Since its founding in 1987, Applied Innovation has remained committed to investing in the communities it serves through charitable partnerships, volunteerism, and fundraising efforts. The annual Golf Classic continues to be an important part of that commitment, helping ensure that Michigan families facing extraordinary medical challenges have opportunities to create lasting memories together.
About Applied Innovation
Applied Innovation is proud to celebrate nearly four decades of partnering with customers to drive growth and efficiency. Originally established as a printer, copier, and fax dealer, the company has evolved into a comprehensive office technology provider offering Managed IT Services, Office Technology, Workflow Automation, Cybersecurity, and Business Communications solutions. A second-generation, family-owned business, Applied Innovation serves organizations throughout Michigan, Indiana, Ohio, and Florida with more than 600 team members dedicated to its purpose: A passion for service, for people, for business. To learn more, visit www.appliedinnovation.com.
About A Kid Again
A Kid Again provides cost-free, year-round family outings for children with life-threatening health conditions and their families. A Kid Again serves more than 13,000 families in multiple states, helping them cope with the challenges of raising children on difficult medical journeys. For more information, visit www.AKidAgain.org.
