Since 2011 this Golf Classic has benefitted the National Kidney Foundation of Illinois, thanks to generous supporters, a dedicated planning committee and enthusiastic participants. Art Morris, MD and Nephrology Associates of Northern Illinois (NANI) started the annual event as a fundraiser and an opportunity for socializing and networking among their physicians, leaders, vendors and clinical colleagues.  The event grew each year; foursomes were in greater demand and fundraising revenue grew accordingly.  All proceeds were donated to the NKFI by NANI each year, amounting to over $620,000.  NANI subsequently allowed the NKFI to take over the Golf Classic as one of their Signature Events.  It became the NKFI Golf Classic, open to all nephrology practices and supporters, some of whom travel from neighboring states each September for the event.  Today, the NKFI Golf Classic planning committee honors this history, recognizing the legacy of NANI’s perennial support and leadership.