Playing with a Purpose!
The Bob Downs Invitational Golf Classic is played with the two fold purpose of sharing faith in Jesus, and helping others in Jesus’ name.
All proceeds from the Bob Downs Invitational Golf Classic benefit Habitat for Humanity of Metro Louisville! To date we have raised over $375,000 and helped build 14 houses.
2026 registration!
MARK YOUR CALENDARS!
The 2026 Bob Downs Invitational Golf Classic will be played Monday, August 31 at Lake Forest Country Club! Mark your calendar now and plan to join us. Registration opens January 1.
Bob Downs Invitational moves to Lake Forest Country Club for 2026
The 2026 Bob Downs Invitational will be played on Monday, August 31 at beautiful Lake Forest Country Club. We are excited about our new venue, and looking forward to welcoming you to another wonderful golf experience.
Registration opens January 1. Watch this site for additional information.
2025 Bob Downs Invitational raises $35,000 for Habitat!
The 2025 Bob Downs Invitational raised $35,000 for Habitat for Humanity of Metro Louisville! This is $5,000 more than last year, and our largest gift ever. Thanks to all who helped make it happened. Most of all, thanks be to God!
A perfect weather day welcomed a near capacity field of 112 golfers to Big Spring Country Club for this year’s Bob Downs Invitational Golf Classic on September 8. Highlights included:
• lunch sponsored by Republic Bank
• dinner sponsored by Texas Roadhouse
• a silent auction that raised over $2,000
• connections made with returning participants and new guests
Nearly 20 volunteers from St. Matthews Baptist Church partnered with local Habitat for Humanity personnel to help make it happen.
Our Schedule
11:00 a.m.
Registration & Check In
11:30 a.m.
Lunch Available
12:30 p.m.
Shotgun Start
6:00 p.m.
Dinner & Program
Meet our 2025 Homeowner!
Laura Guest is a Louisville native, graduating from Ursuline Academy. She is the mother of one son, Steven, and has also raised two nieces.
For Laura and Steven, home is more than just a building. It is where love, compassion, joy, and laughter are. The mother and son duo are full of joy and laughter. They love to crack jokes and make other people smile. Their cheerful energy is infectious. “I enjoy life. Life is too short not to, ” Laura says. “You’ve got to be happy around me or I’m going to ask what’s wrong with you!”
To the sponsors, volunteers, and anyone who will be involved in the build of Steven and Ms. Laura’s home, they thank you from the bottom of their heart.
Our Key Builders!
Steve Holm and Phil Martin are members of St. Matthews Baptist Church and are the lead contractors for what is known as The Baptist House. Together, Steve and Phil have helped build more than 100 houses for Habitat!
Proceeds benefit Habitat for Humanity of Metro Louisville