Cleveland Brothers to sponsor new ANNIKA Inspiration Award

The sponsorship of the inaugural award will extend through 2029

ORLANDO, Fla. - The ANNIKA Foundation is proud to announce a new relationship with Cleveland Brothers to serve as presenting sponsor of the inaugural ANNIKA Inspiration Award. The five-year sponsorship will help elevate the reach and impact of this prestigious new honor, which celebrates ANNIKA alumnae who are making a meaningful impact in their community beyond the golf course.  

Cleveland Brothers, a Pennsylvania-based family-owned company, specializes in equipment sales, rentals, and services, particularly for Caterpillar equipment. Since 1948, Cleveland Brothers has been dedicated to offering quality solutions to support their customers and communities. The company has 30 locations across Pennsylvania, West Virginia and Maryland. Their commitment to excellence and values-driven leadership aligns closely with the mission of the ANNIKA Foundation. 

"At Cleveland Brothers, our values of safety, commitment, excellence, integrity, and teamwork guide everything we do," said Jay Cleveland Jr., President and CEO. "We see those same values reflected in the ANNIKA Foundation and the remarkable young women this award will honor. It's a privilege to support the ANNIKA Inspiration Award and help recognize alumnae who are leading with purpose, making a lasting impact in their communities, and embodying the spirit of excellence both on and off the course." 

The inaugural award, named ANNIKA Inspiration Award presented by Cleveland Brothers recognizes ANNIKA alumnae who are inspiring or have demonstrated extraordinary contributions to their communities, professions or the world at large. Whether through leadership in business, service to their country or life-changing achievements in fields such as medicine, education or nonprofits, honorees will exemplify the Foundation’s commitment to fostering excellence both on and off the course.  

ANNIKA alumnae will be defined as former participants in an ANNIKA junior event, ANNIKA Cup event, Women’s Amateur Latin America, ANNIKA collegiate event, ANNIKA Development Program and/or the ANNIKA Women’s All Pro Tour, as well as recipients of the ANNIKA Award presented by Stifel. The first ANNIKA Inspiration Award presented by Cleveland Brothers winner will be honored in November 2025 at The ANNIKA driven by Gainbridge at Pelican, the LPGA Tour event held at Pelican Golf Club in Belleair, Fla. 

“This award has been in my heart for some time,” said Annika. “It represents everything for which the Foundation stands—showing young women that the lessons learned through golf can carry them far in life. Having Cleveland Brothers as our presenting sponsor adds tremendous strength and support to this initiative. Together, we will shine a light on the inspiring stories of our alumnae and empower future generations to make an impact.” 

This five-year commitment reinforces the ANNIKA Foundation and Cleveland Brothers dedication to empowering and celebrating the incredible contributions that ANNIKA alumnae are making in all areas of their life. The sponsorship will also include a $25,000 charitable donation made in the name of the award recipient to a nonprofit of her choice, further amplifying her impact. 

About the ANNIKA Foundation   

Annika created the ANNIKA Foundation to develop, empower and advance young women around the world through golf and in life. More specifically, it provides opportunities in women’s golf at the junior, collegiate and professional levels while teaching young people the importance of personal development, including living a healthy, active lifestyle through fitness and nutrition. Throughout the junior and collegiate tournament circuit, the Foundation hosts “More Than Golf” activities and sessions that aim to educate and promote successful performance on and off the course covering topics such as mental health, college recruitment, career development, financial literacy and more.  

The ANNIKA Foundation annually conducts several “Share My Passion” grassroots clinics designed to introduce girls to the game. It also conducts seven major golf events around the world for aspiring junior girls. In addition, the Foundation annually hosts two major collegiate events, the ANNIKA Intercollegiate presented by 3M for the top 12 Division I programs and the More Than Golf Invitational for top Mid-Major Conferences. With the support of the Haskins Foundation, the Foundation created the ANNIKA Award presented by Stifel, which is given annually to the best collegiate female golfer. In 2022, the ANNIKA Development Program was created to support recent college graduates pursue their dreams of playing professional golf. In 2024, the Foundation partnered with the ANNIKA Women’s All Pro Tour to provide development and advancement opportunities for young professionals looking to one day play on the LPGA Tour. The Foundation also is the main beneficiary of The ANNIKA driven by Gainbridge at Pelican, a new tournament tradition that began on the LPGA Tour in November 2023. Most recently, the ANNIKA Inspiration Award was created to recognize past ANNIKA players who are giving back to their communities and making an impact off the course. 

About Cleveland Brothers 

For nearly 80 years, Cleveland Brothers Equipment Co., Inc. has proudly served as the exclusive Cat® dealer for western and central Pennsylvania, northern West Virginia, and western Maryland. Since 1948, we've built a legacy as a trusted partner in the construction, mining, forestry, and agricultural sectors.  

From our 30 locations, we deliver comprehensive solutions, including high-quality new, used, and rental equipment, genuine parts, and expert service.  

Beyond our extensive machinery offerings, we provide diverse solutions, such as industrial engines, generators, and full truck service, all supported by our knowledgeable team of professionals.  

At Cleveland Brothers, we're more than a dealer; we're your dedicated partner committed to helping you achieve your goals. Discover how we can support your operations at www.ClevelandBrothers.com.