This article was originally published in Advancements Magazine Spring 2022 issue.

The Missouri State men’s and women’s golf teams were the recipients of a significant gift from Pam and Bernie Burrier in summer 2021.

The gift is an endowment for both programs that will be used to support the overall budgets of the teams. The Burriers have previously established endowed scholarships for men’s and women’s golf.

“We can’t thank Bernie and Pam enough for stepping up and supporting our program time and again,” said MSU women’s golf head coach Kevin Kane. “They’re always asking what they can do to help. Their support and friendship mean more than they will ever know.”

The Burriers are avid golfers in the Springfield community. They are also fans of the Missouri State golf programs and have made numerous gifts to The Bears Fund, the fundraising program for intercollegiate athletics.

“This is truly a remarkable gift to the golf programs,” said MSU men’s golf head coach Neal Stafford. “Bernie and Pam’s generosity, encouragement, support and, most importantly, friendship over the years have been absolutely amazing. Our golf programs are filled with tradition, and the Burriers’ gift will make a huge impact on the team for many years to come.”

The Burriers have given to other areas of the university as well. They funded a baseball scholarship and have provided support for Juanita K. Hammons Hall for the Performing Arts.