2026 Birdies & Brunch - Crosby Scholars Forsyth

A Legacy of Women-Powered Impact

Birdies & Brunch unites women who believe in the power of education by raising funds and bringing awareness to the mission of Crosby Scholars! Whether through a silent auction bid, a brunch conversation, or a morning on the golf course, Birdies & Brunch continues to prove that when women lead with vision and generosity, they transform futures.

7th Annual Birdies & Brunch
Wednesday, October 21, 2026 at Forsyth Country Club.

Silent Auction

The 2026 Silent Auction raised over $16,500 for Last Dollar Grants and Crosby Scholars Programming in Forsyth County!

Over 170 items and experiences were donated by our community partners. Thank you to all who participated and helped to make this experience a success!

Brunch & Program

Following the silent auction, attendees were served brunch in the Ballroom of Forsyth Country Club.

Mayor Pro Tempore, Denise D. Adams gave opening greetings from the City of Winston-Salem and our Class of 1998 Alum, Missy Carroll, spoke about her experience in Crosby Scholars.

Our featured speaker was The Honorable Denise S. Hartsfield, retired Forsyth County District Court Judge. Click here to read her full bio!

Women's Golf Clinic

Following brunch, attendees were invited to participate in a golf lesson led by:

Dianne Dailey
Former Women's Golf Coach at Wake Forest University

Mary Thomas
Director of Golf at Bermuda Run Country Club

Sarah Potter
Coordinator of Golf Operations at Wake Forest University

Chase Adams
Director Golf at Forsyth Country Club

Thank you to our 2026 Sponsors!

A special thank you to...

Birdies & Brunch Supporters

Community Partners

Silent Auction Donors

Volunteers

Crosby Scholars Staff and Alumni

7th Annual Birdies & Brunch Steering Committee
Mona W. Lovett, President & CEO of Crosby Scholars
Susan Baldwin
Debbie Best
Dianne Dailey
Tamera Gjesdal
Janie Haus
Jackie Haynes
Bailey Hill
Kay Johnson
Donna Jones
Alyson Kilby
Barbara Masi
Angel Moore
Angie Murphrey
Becky Perkinson
Burgin Ross

Birdies & Brunch Through the Years

1st Annual B&B 2nd Annual B&B 3rd Annual B&B 4th Annual B&B 5th Annual B&B 6th Annual B&B

1st Annual B&B

1st Annual Birdies & Brunch – Old Town Club

The inaugural Birdies & Brunch was held at Old Town Club, marking the debut of what would become one of Crosby Scholars’ signature fundraising events. Held in conjunction with the Crosby Scholars Invitational, this first gathering united community members and supporters in celebration of the organization’s mission to help students prepare for college success.

2nd Annual B&B

2nd Annual Birdies & Brunch – Bermuda Run Country Club

The second annual Birdies & Brunch took place at Bermuda Run Country Club, raising more than $31,000 in support of Crosby Scholars programs.

Winston-Salem Mayor Pro Tempore D.D. Adams captured the spirit of the day, reminding attendees that “at the end of the day, women get it done.”

The program featured a Title IX discussion with Wake Forest University golf coaches Dianne Dailey and Kim Lewellen, reflections on program growth by Mona W. Lovett, and a heartfelt testimony from alumna Alese Berry, who later returned to Crosby Scholars as a staff member.

Guests concluded the day with a golf clinic led by Dailey, Lewellen, Mary Thomas of Bermuda Run Country Club, and Anne Marie Goslak, LPGA/PGA professional and First Tee of the Triad founder. The event also included a special recognition honoring Becky Perkinson for her years of dedicated service to Crosby Scholars.

3rd Annual B&B

3rd Annual Birdies & Brunch – Bermuda Run Country Club

The third annual Birdies & Brunch returned to Bermuda Run Country Club. Guests enjoyed an engaging Q&A with Wake Forest Women’s Golfer Emilia Migliaccio, who discussed her decision to extend her collegiate career rather than turn professional.

Migliaccio reflected on discipline, privilege, and teamwork, while Coach Kim Lewellen shared insights on professional athletics and maintaining a growth mindset—messages that reinforced Crosby Scholars’ mission of resilience and community support.

4th Annual B&B

4th Annual Birdies & Brunch – Maple Chase Golf & Country Club

Nearly 100 women gathered at Maple Chase Golf & Country Club for the fourth annual Birdies & Brunch, which raised more than $50,000 in support of Crosby Scholars programs.

The featured speaker, Rachel Kuene, Wake Forest University Women’s Golfer, inspired attendees with reflections on leadership, perseverance, and community. Alumna Evita Valdez, now a Marketing Account Manager at Flow Automotive, shared her family’s journey as first-generation college students, recalling, “It was like they were doing it with us, and it was so empowering.”

Mayor Pro Tempore D.D. Adams emphasized the City’s investment in the Crosby Scholars student portal as an investment in “the future of our children.” The program also included a program review by Mona W. Lovett, a wellness session by dietitian Alice Smith, and a golf clinic led by Dianne Dailey, Jennifer Lewellen, Mary Thomas, and Brad Luebchow, Assistant Professional at Maple Chase.

5th Annual B&B

5th Annual Birdies & Brunch – Maple Chase Golf & Country Club

The fifth annual Birdies & Brunch was held at Maple Chase Golf & Country Club, once again raising more than $50,000.

The day began with a silent auction, followed by a welcome from Natalie Jensen-Noll, Chair of the Crosby Scholars Board of Directors. Mayor Pro Tempore D.D. Adams offered greetings, and Mona W. Lovett provided an overview of Crosby Scholars’ recent achievements.

Alumna Olivia Fleming, a 2019 graduate and Near Peer Advisor, shared her reflections, while keynote speaker Tricia McManus, Superintendent of Winston-Salem/Forsyth County Schools, underscored the importance of community partnerships in education.

The event closed with remarks from Mona W. Lovett and a golf clinic led by Paul Allen, Head Golf Professional at Maple Chase Golf & Country Club.

6th Annual B&B

6th Annual Birdies & Brunch - Forsyth Country Club

The sixth annual Birdies & Brunch was hosted at Forsyth Country Club and raised a record $55,000.

The program featured alumna Hannah Greene, a 2021 Crosby Scholar and UNC Greensboro graduate who now owns her own photography business. Mayor Pro Tempore D.D. Adams offered greetings, while Mona W. Lovett provided a program update and reflected on the lasting legacy of Crosby Scholars.

The keynote address was delivered by Parker Beverly, Creative Content Producer at Wake Forest Athletics, who reminded attendees that “representation matters — not just for me, but for the next generation of women who want to work in sports.”

The event concluded with a record-setting golf clinic led by Dianne Dailey, Chase Adams of Forsyth Country Club, Mary Thomas of Bermuda Run Country Club, and Sarah Potter, former WFU collegiate All-American.