The Exchange Club of Missouri City

06/13/2026

Last weekend, June 5-6, Jake Kuharich and Dr. Elissa Wedemeyer both past presidents of the Exchange Club of Missouri City, represented the club at the TX-LA Gulf Coast District Conference. Jake, was the current District President, and Elissa the District 1 Director. They accepted the club’s National Awards for Outstanding Community Service, Americanism, Youth Support, Child Abuse Prevention Education, Fundraising, and District Service. Jake presented the District Youth of the Year Award to Lakshayna Solipuram and the District ACE Award to Sylvia Bermudaz. At the One Nation Under God Breakfast, members and spouses who passed during the year were honored with a small Celebration of Life by their respective clubs.

06/07/2026

Can Can 2026 is in the records books! We had a great event despite the weather. A fun Friday Night party featuring 57 State, a putting contest and our traditional Horse Race was won by the team of Kathryn Anderson and Randy Blackmon!

A high thank you to our sponsors who make this annual event one we have looked forward to since 1986. Yes. 1986!

Lots of first timers and we know you will be back. If you are looking for a worthwhile place to give your time and talent, Exchange Club could be the answer! Join us today!

05/21/2026

Last week the Exchange Club of Missouri City awarded over $50,000 worth of scholarships to Missouri City high school seniors!

05/08/2026

⛳️ The Annual Can-Can Golf Tournament is almost here! Join us on June 6 for this year’s special Ameri Can-Can edition as we celebrate our 250th anniversary.

What began as a “mixed” tournament for men and women back in the 1970s has grown into a beloved tradition hosted each year by the Exchange Club of Missouri City.

🏌️‍♂️ Format: 5-person scramble (teams assigned by handicap)
💵 Entry: $100 per player — includes:
• Pairing party on Friday night
• 9 AM shotgun start on Saturday
• Awards lunch following the tournament

And don’t forget the horse race Friday evening starting at 5:30 PM. Always a crowd favorite, come to cheer on your favorite team!!

Best of all, your participation helps support the Exchange Club of Missouri City’s mission to make a positive impact in our community.

Sign up your friends and come be part of the tradition!
You can register here for the tournament - https://theexchangeclubofmissouricity.wildapricot.org/event-6508457

04/29/2026

04/29/2026

The Exchange Club of Missouri City held its April Luncheon on the 23rd at Quail Valley Golf Club, featuring some inspiring speakers and outstanding student recognition.

We were joined by Adrienne Barker from George Ranch, who shared the rich history of the ranch—from its founding in 1824 by Henry and Nancy Jones, members of “Austin’s Old 300,” to its present-day mission of offering immersive, educational experiences that give visitors a firsthand look at life on a working cattle ranch.

We also heard from James Patterson and Cathy Duvall with Achieve Fort Bend. Their organization is dedicated to helping struggling readers entering 2nd grade maintain or improve their reading skills over the summer. This year, their goal is to provide more than 20,000 books to 2,300 at-risk students—an incredible impact on our community.

Additionally, the Exchange Club recognized the Elkins Excel Students of the Month for March and April.

March’s Student of the Month is Alexander Nguyen, a graduating senior with an impressive list of accomplishments, including a 4.2 GPA, recognition as a National AP Scholar with Honors, and a 3-year letterman on the Elkins basketball team.

April’s Student of the Month is Laila Walls, also a graduating senior, known for her strong commitment to excellence in academics, athletics, and community service. Laila maintains a 3.6 GPA and has been recognized as a National AP Scholar.

Congratulations to both of these exceptional students—your futures are bright!

04/25/2026

The Exchange Club of Missouri City teed up another great day at their annual Ryder Cup-style tournament on April 18 at Quail Valley Golf Club ⛳️

Golfers representing the two home courses—El Dorado and La Quinta—went head-to-head for ultimate bragging rights (and yes, those matter 😄). The format featured two 9-hole “4 ball” matches, plus a high-stakes 18-hole anchor match to top it all off.

This year’s team captains—Pete Mayock and Viki Moore for El Dorado, and Mike Simpson and Julia Hardy for La Quinta—led 30 two-person teams into a day full of friendly competition, great shots, and plenty of laughs.

When the final putt dropped, Team El Dorado took home the cup with an 18½ to 12½ victory! 🏆 The anchor match also delivered some excitement, with Kathryn Anderson and Sam Rubbico securing the win.

Beyond the competition, this group is all about community. Founded in 1985 by golfers who simply loved the game, the Exchange Club of Missouri City has spent the past 40 years giving back in a big way. From scholarships to local charities, they’ve raised millions—and just in 2025 alone, contributed over $120,000 to support youth and community programs.

Not bad for a group that started on the fairways 😉

04/10/2026

This years District Crime Prevention Luncheon was hosted at Quail Valley Golf Club.

Our Past President, and current District President, Jake Kuharich, led the event and welcomed honorees and guests with a heartfelt message:

“Today is about appreciation. It’s a chance to slow down and simply say thank you — for the long hours, the tough calls, the sacrifices, and the countless acts of service that rarely make headlines but absolutely make a difference. We also recognize the families, departments, and support systems who stand behind these officers every day.”

We were honored to recognize Investigator Christopher Vargas of the Missouri City Police Department. He was introduced by Captain Tracy Cox, who highlighted his many accomplishments and dedicated service to the community.

Thank you to all who serve and protect — and to those who support them. 💙

04/05/2026