Hotshots Community Programs


Hotshots in the Community

Giving back has always been an important part of who we are at Hotshots Sports Bar & Grill. For more than three decades, we’ve proudly supported local and national charities through fundraising events, community partnerships, and the generosity of our guests, sponsors, and team members.

From our annual Hotshots Charity Golf Tournament benefiting Wonderland Camp to programs like Hot 64 and Folds of Honor, we’re committed to making a positive impact in the communities we serve.


2026 Hotshots Charity Golf Tournament – $74,000 Raised!

Hotshots Golf Tourney
 

What an incredible year for the 31st Annual Hotshots Charity Golf Tournament!

Thanks to the tremendous support of our golfers, sponsors, volunteers, and staff, the 2026 tournament raised an incredible $74,000 for Wonderland Camp!

The excitement started well before tournament day, with all 288 golfer spots selling out in just 10 hours after registration opened. That overwhelming response set the stage for another unforgettable tournament and another great year of giving back.

2026 Tournament Highlights

  • $74,000 raised for Wonderland Camp
  • 288 golfers participated in the sold-out tournament
  • Sold out in just 10 hours after registration opened
  • 31st annual tournament supporting a great cause

For more than three decades, the Hotshots Charity Golf Tournament has brought together golfers, businesses, sponsors, and community supporters to make a difference for Wonderland Camp.

We want to extend a huge thank you to everyone who played, sponsored, donated, volunteered, or helped make this year’s event possible. Your generosity continues to make this tournament one of our proudest Hotshots traditions.

Thank you for helping us raise $74,000 for Wonderland Camp in 2026. We can’t wait to see everyone next year!

Learn more about Wonderland Camp at www.wonderlandcamp.org.


2026 Folds of Honor Campaign

Hotshots Folds of Honor Fundraiser
Folds of Honor

Thanks to our guests and team members, Hotshots raised $4,110 for Folds of Honor through our 2026 scholarship fundraiser.

Folds of Honor provides educational scholarships to the spouses and children of fallen or disabled military service members and first responders. We’re grateful for everyone who helped support this incredible mission.

To learn more about Folds of Honor, visit www.foldsofhonor.org.


2026 Hotshots Hot 64 – Record-Breaking Fundraiser

2026 Hotshots Hot 64 Fundraiser

Another incredible year of giving back! Thanks to our guests and team members, Hotshots raised $24,612 for Wonderland Camp through our 2026 Hot 64 fundraiser — our highest total ever!

This annual fundraising promotion brings together our Hotshots locations, employees, and guests to support Wonderland Camp and its mission of providing life-changing camp experiences for individuals with disabilities.

Thank you to everyone who contributed and helped make the 2026 Hot 64 our most successful yet.

Learn more about Wonderland Camp at www.wonderlandcamp.org.


Wonderland Camp – A Longstanding Hotshots Partnership

Wonderland Camp

Wonderland Camp, located at the Lake of the Ozarks, provides recreational and educational camp experiences for individuals with physical and developmental disabilities. The camp also offers valuable respite for families and caregivers while creating opportunities for personal growth, friendships, and unforgettable memories.

Hotshots has proudly supported Wonderland Camp for more than three decades through our annual charity golf tournament and additional fundraising programs.

Over the years, our golf tournament has raised more than $800,000 for Wonderland Camp, including an incredible $74,000 in 2026 alone.

Through events like the Hotshots Charity Golf Tournament and our annual Hot 64 fundraiser, we’re proud to continue supporting the campers, families, and dedicated staff who make Wonderland Camp such a special place.

To learn more about Wonderland Camp, visit www.wonderlandcamp.org.

Wonderland Camp Fundraisers

Hotshots Hot 64 Fundraiser for Wonderland Camp

In addition to our annual charity golf tournament, Hotshots hosts multiple in-store fundraising campaigns benefiting Wonderland Camp.

Our Hot 64 promotion encourages guests to support a great cause while visiting their favorite Hotshots location. These efforts continue to grow thanks to the dedication of our staff and the generosity of our customers.

One previous Hot 64 campaign raised $12,471, including more than $2,000 personally raised by Natasha G. from Hotshots Fenton.

In 2026, we raised that bar even higher with a record-breaking $24,612 through Hot 64.


Friends of Kids With Cancer – Annual Toy Drive

Friends of Kids With Cancer Toy Drive

Each holiday season, Hotshots proudly partners with Friends of Kids With Cancer to help bring joy to children and families facing serious medical challenges.

With the help of our guests, staff, and local media partners, Hotshots locations have collected truckloads of toys and more than $1,000 in donations through our annual holiday toy drive.

These contributions help support children and families throughout the St. Louis region during the holiday season and beyond.


Folds of Honor – Supporting Military Families

Hotshots CEO Matt Volmert with Rocky Sickman from Folds of Honor
Hotshots CEO Matt Volmert with Rocky Sickman from Folds of Honor

Hotshots has proudly supported Folds of Honor through several charitable fundraising campaigns over the years.

Through a previous Hot 64 promotion, our customers and team members helped raise more than $12,000 to support educational scholarships for military families.

We continued that commitment in 2026, raising an additional $4,110 through our Folds of Honor scholarship fundraiser.

Learn more about Folds of Honor at www.foldsofhonor.org.


H.E.R.O.E.S. Care

Hotshots Support for H.E.R.O.E.S. Care
H.E.R.O.E.S. Care

Hotshots also proudly supports H.E.R.O.E.S. Care, a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing comprehensive support to military members and their families before, during, and after deployment.

Through our Hot 64 promotion, Hotshots locations raised more than $11,600 for H.E.R.O.E.S. Care.

In addition to fundraising, Hotshots employees and customers worked together to assemble and ship care packages to deployed service members, creating a meaningful, hands-on opportunity to give back.

To learn more about H.E.R.O.E.S. Care, visit www.heroescare.org.