Supporting KSU Fintech Scholarships & KSU CARE Services

The Khawaja Saeed Charity Golf Tournament, presented by the KSU Fintech Programs at the Coles College of Business, brings together alumni, industry partners, and community supporters for a day of golf, networking, and impact. Proceeds from the tournament support KSU Fintech Scholarships and KSU CARE Services, helping students succeed academically and personally.

an overhead view of a golf course and lake

When

August 28, 2026
Shotgun Start: 9:00 AM

Where

Cobblestone Golf Course
4200 Nance Rd. NW
Acworth, GA 30101

Format: Florida Scramble

In this popular tournament format, teams of three or four must decide at each swing which player sits out the rest of the hole. It adds a fun element of strategy to the game. Here’s how it works:

  • All players tee off from the same spot
  • The team then picks the best shot (can be longest, best position, most accurate)
  • The player whose shot the team chose then must sit out for the rest of the hole
  • The remaining players then each take their next shot and, once again, decide which is the best, with that golfer sitting out the rest of the hole

The tournament will begin with two teams positioned at each hole. They then move from one to the next until they’ve completed all 18 holes.

There will also be fun extra games and on-course contests including rewards for longest drive, closest to pin, and more!

Where Your Support Goes

KSU Fintech Scholarships

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Your participation helps remove financial barriers for students pursuing careers in Financial Technology - one of the fastest-growing industries worldwide.

Your impact supports:

  • Tuition and academic support
  • Workforce and industry readiness
  • Access to high-growth Fintech careers

KSU CARE Services

KSU CARE (Campus Awareness, Resource & Empowerment) Services supports students facing food insecurity, housing instability, or emergency financial hardship.

CARE provides:

  • Food and basic necessities
  • Temporary housing assistance
  • Emergency financial support

Featured Partners & Sponsors

Cobblestone Golf Course (Host Venue)

A premier North Georgia golf destination, Cobblestone Golf Course proudly hosts this year’s tournament, offering championship-level play, beautiful scenery, and exceptional facilities.

Twin Peaks – Kennesaw (Hospitality Partner)

Twin Peaks will be providing food and refreshments for tournament participants, helping keep players energized throughout the day.

Prize & Experience Partners

The Elaine Sterling Institute A nationally recognized luxury wellness and medical aesthetics institute offering science-backed treatments focused on skin health, rejuvenation, and holistic wellness. D1 Training – Sandy Springs An elite athletic-based training facility delivering performance-driven programs for athletes and active adults, with prizes emphasizing strength, conditioning, and longevity.

Tournament Games & On-Course Contests

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Players will have the opportunity to compete in fun, interactive challenges throughout the course, with prizes provided by our featured partners.

Planned contests include:

  • Closest-to-the-Pin
  • Longest Drive
  • Additional surprise games and raffles

Tournament Enhancements

Mulligans

Mulligans will be available for purchase on-site. Proceeds directly support KSU Fintech Scholarships and KSU CARE Services.

Food & Beverages

  • Food provided for participants
  • On-duty beverage carts offering snacks and drinks throughout the course

Amenities

  • Golf carts provided for all players

Sign Up Options

Individual Player: $175
Team of Four: $600

Sponsorship Opportunities

Platinum Sponsor – $10,000

  • Two teams (8 golfers)
  • Premium logo placement (signage & website)
  • Company banner displayed
  • Display table at registration
  • Featured sponsor recognition during announcements

Gold Sponsor – $5,000

  • One team (4 golfers)
  • Logo placement (signage & website)
  • Display table at registration
  • Recognition during announcements

Hole Sponsor – $2,000

One team entry included

  • Logo signage at sponsored hole
  • Website and program recognition

Stay Connected / Updates

Event details, sponsors, contests, and experiences will continue to be updated as we get closer to the tournament date. Please check back for the latest information.