COOP'S CUP2017
A scholarship was created in Dakota's memory after he passed away at 20 years old.
Why we play
A day built around Dakota's legacy.
Coop's Cup began with one scholarship and a simple idea: turn love, loss, and a lot of good people into something positive.
Meet Coop
The person at the center of it all.
Dakota “Coop” Cooper passed away on October 8, 2017, at just 20 years old. He was an avid hunter and wrestler who loved time with family and friends - and enjoyed a Hamm's or two. IYKYK.
With the support of family and friends, a scholarship was created in Dakota's name. That effort kept growing. The annual golf outing became another way to keep his name present, bring people together, and turn a difficult loss into opportunities for young people.
The golf matters. The competition is real. But the community is what keeps this day going. It gives people a reason to remember Dakota, talk honestly about mental health, and help graduates take their next step.
See the impact
How it grew
From one scholarship to a statewide impact.
2023
Coop's Cup brought the scholarship mission to the golf course and invited a larger community into the story.
Today
Golfers, sponsors, volunteers, and donors have helped award 13 scholarships and raise $72,000.
2027
Ten years of scholarships will be marked by awards for graduates from Omro, Dodgeville, and Winneconne.
Alongside NAMI Oshkosh
Support, education, advocacy, and a community that shows up.
Coop's Cup supports NAMI Oshkosh and its annual 5K Run/Walk for mental health and suicide awareness. NAMI Oshkosh provides free programs, support, education, advocacy, and resources for people and families affected by mental illness.
The 2027 NAMI Oshkosh 5K is scheduled for May 1. Coop's Cup is proud to support the event and the work NAMI does throughout the year.