The Hills at the Lakes Eddie Kline Invitational was established in 2010. I am Eddie Kline, Head Golf Professional at The Lakes Golf & Country Club, and my family has long been active within the Worthington Hills community. What began as a 100-golfer outing has grown into a thriving annual event, made possible by the incredible support of both the Worthington Hills and The Lakes Golf & Country Club communities.

We are deeply grateful to everyone who has contributed over the years—whether by donating auction items, purchasing sponsorship signage, or supporting event meals. Our silent auctions have proudly featured contributions from well-known athletes such as Clark Kellogg, Anthony Schlegel, Archie Griffin, Scoonie Penn, Jake Ballard, Michael Doss, Nate Ebner, and Branden Joe. I would also like to extend a special thank you to my fellow golf professionals and sales representatives for their continued generosity in support of this meaningful cause.

In 2011, my wife, Katie, was diagnosed with stage III ovarian cancer. In response, the mission and impact of the Invitational grew even stronger. We partnered with Give 18 Fore Cancer Research, a 501(c)(3) organization, from 2010 through 2021. Through their remarkable matching program, every dollar raised by the Invitational was matched and directed toward cancer research initiatives at The Ohio State University Comprehensive Cancer Center – Arthur G. James Cancer Hospital and Richard J. Solove Research Institute (OSUCCC – James).

Our experience with Give 18 inspired Katie and me to take the next step by establishing an endowed fund at the OSUCCC – James—The Kline Family Fund for Ovarian Cancer Research. From 2011 through 2025, The Hills at the Lakes Eddie Kline Invitational has raised over $1,000,000 in support of both Give 18 Fore Cancer Research (including matching contributions) and The Kline Family Fund.

Katie passed away on December 10, 2025, following a courageous 14-year battle. She made a profound impact on countless lives through her advocacy, raising awareness and educating women about the importance of early detection of a disease she often referred to as “the silent killer.”

Through our personal journey, and with the continued support of our friends, family, and community, we remain committed to advancing cancer research. We are honored to bring people together for this cause and respectfully invite your participation in supporting The Kline Family Fund for Ovarian Cancer Research.