Temple, Texas: The 36th Annual Kiella Cares Golf Classic was hosted at Wildflower Country Club in Temple, Texas, on Monday, October 14th. The event was a resounding success, raising $136,100 for Baylor Scott & White McLane Children’s Medical Center. During the opening ceremony, the funds were presented to the Baylor Scott & White Central Texas Foundation, highlighting a continued partnership between Kiella Cares, local industry partners, and the broader community.
Since its inception, the Kiella Cares Golf Classic has been dedicated to supporting McLane Children’s Medical Center, raising a total of $608,600 over the past seven years. The annual event draws participants from all over Central Texas, united in their goal to improve healthcare for children in the region. This year, the proceeds will fund the purchase of a new ambulance, a critical addition that will enhance the hospital’s ability to provide quick and efficient patient transport. With the increasing demand for transportation services, the new ambulance will help reduce response times, enable the team to handle multiple calls at once, and alleviate wear and tear on existing vehicles, ensuring reliable service for years to come.
“The addition of a new ambulance is more than just a logistical improvement—it is a lifeline for children across Central Texas,” said Megan Kiella, President of Kiella Homebuilders. “Quick and efficient transport is often critical for patients in need of specialized care, and the ability to respond rapidly can make all the difference in an emergency. By enhancing the medical center’s transport capabilities, Kiella Cares and its partners are playing a vital role in ensuring that children have access to the care they need when they need it most. The success of the Kiella Cares Golf Classic is a testament to the dedication and generosity of the many individuals and organizations who contribute to its cause. From sponsors and volunteers to the golfers who participate year after year, each person plays a part in making the event possible. Kiella Real Estate Group extends its heartfelt gratitude to everyone who has supported the Golf Classic over the years, as well as to the staff and medical professionals at Baylor Scott & White McLane Children’s Medical Center for their tireless work in caring for the community’s youngest and most vulnerable members.”
As the event continues to grow, the Kiella Cares Golf Classic serves as a shining example of the power of community support. Each year, it not only raises essential funds but also increases awareness of the critical needs of McLane Children’s Medical Center. This ongoing support ensures that the hospital can continue its mission of delivering high-quality, compassionate care to children and families across Central Texas.
The success of the event would not have been possible without the generous contributions from numerous partners, whose donations played a crucial role in achieving this year’s fundraising goals. The Kiella Cares team extends its sincerest thanks to the following sponsors starting with our Miracle Sponsors, which serves as our highest donor level, Birdcreek Roofing & KPA Engineers. Additionally, we want to thank: Alliance Bank, Baird Construction, Baird Crews, Barge Properties, Bell Contractors, Best-Way Carpet Services, Bill & Michelle DiGaetano, Birdcreek Roofing – Ty Collier, Cadence Bank, Carothers Executive Homes, Casebolt Tree Care, CentraLand Title Company, Central National Bank, Cloud Construction, Cooper & Bright Plumbing, Covey Planning + Landscape Architecture, Dixon Paving, Encore Fence, ExtraCo Banks, Fairway Independent Mortgage Corp, First National Bank of Texas, Heart of Texas Landscaping, Jake Utley, John Bailey Financial, Johnson Brothers, K&R Flanigan Construction, Keene Roofing, Kiella Homebuilders, Lengefeld Lumber, Lonestar Drywall, Matous Construction, Modern Appliance, Monteith Abstract & Title, Paysse Insurance, Perry Office Plus, Royce Electric, S B Fencing, SWBC Jimmy Alexander Team, State Farm – Tyler Jermstad, Stylecraft Builders, Texas Bright Ideas, Texas Dirt Partners, The Commonwealth, Tri-Supply, Turley Associates, Inc., VeraBank, Wedgewood Properties, Westfield Capital LLC – Bob Browder, Whitish Roofing, and Wisenbaker Builder Services.
“Each year I am humbled and thrilled by the support from our building industry and other community partners, and it is that support that continues to make this event a huge success for our local children’s hospital. My kids have chosen to use their platform for good and have truly transformed this tournament into an event that positively impacts the families of Central Texas. We were so happy to welcome two new golfers this year – Greg Haralson, Central Texas Region President for Baylor Scott & White, along with Christopher Olsen, VP & CFO Central Texas Region. Their team included our continued supporters Dr. Dominic Lucia, Chief Medical Officer, and Dell Ingram-Walker, President of the children’s hospital. We have loved this partnership and collaboration with the hospital and look forward to continuing to foster the relationship for years to come.’ said John Kiella, CEO of Kiella Real Estate Group.
