MCAGC Charity Golf Outing

Words: Jimmy AdamidisThe weather is breaking - why don't you take a break and support our MCAGC Charity Golf outing at the same time. Get a 1/2 day in and come on out and play some golf!

Projects of the Heart is a non-profit organization that provides funding to various groups to help in the aid of children with debilitating illnesses. A large part of our fundraising goes to Camp One Step at George Williams College, which is a Cancer Survivors’ retreat for two weeks in the summer. Other proceeds benefit Children’s Memorial Hospital, and numerous other activities.

We currently have openings for both sponsorships and participants in our Annual Golf Outing at Arboretum Golf Course on Thursday, June 9th. The day will kick off with registration and lunch at 12:00, followed by an 18 hole, yellow ball golf tournament, shotgun Start at 1:00. Immediately following the event we invite you to join us for dinner. Please come join us!

Any questions? Please call Jim O'Connor at 847-824-0146.
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