The Simpson College Athletic Benefit is today, a two part event that includes golfing at Echo Valley Country Club, and the Wayne Carse Memorial Dinner and Auction. Simpson College Athletic Director Bob Nutgrass tells KNIA News the benefit is the biggest fundraiser of the year for the athletic department, and many of the funds raised will go towards the necessary items that teams need to compete during the season. The golf event begins at 10:30am at Echo Valley Country Club, with the Wayne Carse Memorial Dinner and Auction beginning at 6pm in the clubhouse.