2024 Impact Report for the TG11Project

What is the TG11 Project?

The TG11 Project was founded in 2024 following the passing of Tim Goedde, our beloved family member and friend. This organization was created to honor Tim's life, continue his legacy, and hopefully make a lasting and perpetual impact by supporting causes that were near and dear to his heart. Tim was a joyful, loving soul who lived a busy life until he became ill in early 2023. His condition rapidly declined in early April and he lost his short battle against stomach cancer on May 2, 2023.

 

Tim was born and raised in Evansville, Indiana. He was a multi-sport athlete at Reitz Memorial High School. He chose the number 11 for all of his sports uniforms. This continued into college and beyond as he enjoyed many different intramural and recreational sports. In remembrance, his football coach shared that although Tim was one individual - he understood that he was more importantly part of the 11 man team. That team spirit and desire to bring others together for a common good was part of what endeared Tim to so many.

 

Tim was a Purdue alumnus and a Charter member of the Alpha chapter of Zeta Beta Tau(ZBT) Fraternity at Purdue University. He most recently was employed by Washing Systems Inc. and made his home in Carmel, Indiana. Tim also had a deep passion for music. He was a naturally talented musician and was able to recreate his favorite rock songs, movie themes, and show tunes by ear.

Tim Goedde was a passionate sports fan, golfer, friend and general lover of life.

In the loss of Tim Goedde, many have come together to honor his spirit and bring people together as he did. One of his best friends called him the “Glue”.

 

A Message from our President on 2024

Activities and 2025 Proposed Events

We have had several events this year. Two of these were associated with generating funds to give to groups that Tim supported. One of these was the Kipplee’s Give Back night in Evansville hosted by Matt Klees. Another was the Tim Goedde Classic at Eagle Creek golf course in Indianapolis hosted by Matt Parrot. During the Tim Goedde Classic, special volunteers ran a lemonade stand for Riley Hospital and drink cart drivers collected tips for Reitz Memorial HS. We also had three other events that were just for fun and awareness. They were the Indy Mini, Purdue’s Hammer Down on Cancer event, and a tailgate party at Purdue. In 2024, through the support and generosity of family and friends, we gave back $22,400 to four different groups.  In summary, I have to say ‘WOW’ because it was fun and the efforts yielded great returns. You can see the financial details toward the end of the report.

As we move forward into 2025, we are hoping to bring activities closer to the Evansville, Carmel/Indianapolis, and West Lafayette areas. In addition to the Tim Goedde Classic that is scheduled for August 2nd at Eagle Creek Golf course in Indianapolis, we are looking at another potential give back with a restaurant and a Pickle ball event on May 17, 2025 in Evansville. We will keep our events tab up to date on the website TG11Project.org.

 

These events continue to be part of the healing process, and as we come together, we are learning to be part of the bigger team. Come join us as a sponsor, a volunteer, and/or a participant. You will have fun and meet some great people. Many people have come forward to be more involved in many ways. This makes me happy. Come join us and be part of the Glue.

Vernon Goedde

President of TG11Project

Husband to Jeanne

Jeanne and I are the proud parents of Brian, Ben, and Tim Goedde