It’s a mulligan for an annual PGA of BC event to raise awareness and funds for the ALS Society of BC.
The 16th annual Golfathon for ALS is happening in June, golfers will try to get through as many holes as they can.
Fairmont Hot Springs Resort’s golf course is one of the courses taking part in the event, more than 38 courses in BC are participating.
Golfers Chris Medford and Matt Gillett will be taking to the links for the golfathon on June 9.
Find more information from the PGA of BC below:
During the month of June, golf professionals around British Columbia will golf from sunrise to sunset to support those living with ALS. To raise awareness and funds for the ALS Society of BC, they will golf as many holes as possible.
Fairmont Hot Springs Resort is one of over 38 golf courses located across BC participating in the 16th Annual PGA of BC Golfathon for ALS presented by Pacific Blue Cross.
Golfathon Date: June 9, 2022
Golfers: Chris Medford & Matt Gillett
“On behalf of the Association, I am extremely proud of the PGA of BC’s involvement with the Golfathon for ALS, benefiting the ALS Society of BC patient services,” says Donald Miyazaki, Executive Director of the PGA of BC. “Throughout our years of participation, the efforts of countless Golf Professionals and Volunteers have helped raise over $2.3 million. The program has assisted tens of thousands of individuals throughout British Columbia affected by this deadly disease. I am confident that with the continued support of our members, 2021 will be yet another successful PGA of BC Golfathon for ALS.”
“Golf is a sport I’m passionate about and ALS is a cause close to my heart,” says Jay Janower, Sports Anchor/Reporter, Global News BC. “My friend’s mom battled ALS so raising funds for patient services is near to my heart. It’s the reason I welcome the opportunity to become a part of the hugely successful PGA of BC Golfathon for ALS as its Ambassador.”
Proceeds from the Golfathon for ALS provide crucial support services to ALS patients and their families, friends, and caregivers.
Help support your local golf professionals to raise awareness and funds for the ALS Society of BC.
– Article features image supplied by Fairmont Hot Springs’ website
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