04/30/2026
Recently, I had someone ask, “What is Birdies for Charity?” Birdies for Charity is a fundraising program associated with PGA Tour events. Here in the Quad Cities that would be the John Deere Classic held at TPC Deere Run in Silvis during tournament week (June 29-July 5). The Classic started in 1971 with the name The Quad Cities Open, held at Crow Valley Country Club. It was then held at Oakwood Country Club from 1975-1999. In 1999, John Deere began sponsoring the tournament and in 2000 it was moved to TPC Deere Run.
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