SFCSC Golf Tournament

Kelli McRobert | Jun 07, 2023

Whether you love it or hate it, you must admit there are elements of it that are quite appealing. Rolling green hills that surround ponds, paths, and cool shady patches. The trees, perfectly sculpted, border the various tees, as you wind your way along newly paved trails and well-groomed greens. A drink cart winds it’s way amongst the players offering a tasty cool beverage or quick snack to sustain them during the 4-hour trek.

This past weekend a group of 30 teams (4 per team) headed off to the Rivendell Golf Club in Verona to support Southern Frontenac Community Services (SFCS) programming in the 13th annual fundraising tournament. This course is set in the Canadian Shield. With three sets of tees for various skill levels, it can accommodate all level of players, and offers a pro shop, kitchen, and venue for large group gatherings. The teams consisted of both men and women attending the 13th annual Charity Golf Tournament in support of the SFCSC programs. The tournament itself is one of the largest fundraising events for the organization and offers a challenging course, prizes, and gourmet dinner after a relaxing afternoon of golf with friends.

As June is Seniors month in Ontario, is seems appropriate that this coincides the same month as the Great Canadian Giving Challenge both promoting programs and funding for organizations supporting seniors. Some of these programs include Meals on Wheels, transportation, foot care, adult day program, hospice palliative care, food bank, and social and rec activities to name but a few. The expansion (#buildwithgrace) is a much-needed project so the SFCSC can keep up with the demand that increases annually for their services to care for our ageing local population, and for them to age with grace in their homes (#agewithgrace). Every online donation this month earns a chance for the SFCSC to win $20,000.00.

Visit www.sfcsc.ca to participate in the month of June.

The event raised over $9000 in sponsorship dollars, as 116 players looped their way along the 18-hole course for a good cause, and the final tally was $12,000. Some opted for the additional ‘putting challenge’ (raised $470.00) to test their skills and win a prize, and everyone enjoyed a hot sunny afternoon amongst other golf enthusiasts in a beautiful country club setting. Kudos to those that played well, and we look forward to seeing you next year on June 7, 2024.