Event Proceeds to Benefit Boys & Girls Clubs of Miami-Dade’s Youth Development Programs
Boys & Girls Clubs of Miami-Dadeis celebrating a great milestone this March: It is hosting its 50th Annual Golf Classic in Memory of “Bebe” Rebozo on Monday, March 13. The tournament, which will take place at the Deering Bay Yacht & Country Club, located at 13610 Deering Bay Dr., Coral Gables, FL 33158, offers the chance to play for fun or at a competitive level.
“We are proud to celebrate the 50th anniversary of this renowned golf tournament,” said Alex Rodriguez-Roig, president of Boys & Girls Clubs of Miami-Dade. “What makes this event very special is that the funds raised have been making a difference in the lives of Miami-Dade youth for half a century. These funds help our youth to become productive, caring, responsible citizens.”
Participants will engage in an enjoyable golf experience, in addition to raising funds for the Clubs’ youth development programs, which are based on fostering skills in computers, education, cultural arts homework, educational assistance, and social life competencies, as well as sports and recreation. This year’s event is expected to raise more than $100,000 for the Club’s programs.
The daylong tournament will begin with a putting contest at 11 a.m. The shotgun start immediately follows at noon. Prior to the shotgun start, Stretch Zone will be available to assist players warm up. All golfers will receive a commemorative golf shirt, umbrella, bag, towel, balls, picture, complimentary parking, green fees, cart, range balls, lunch provided by McDonalds, on-site snacks provided by Hooters, and dinner at the awards banquet and ceremony. Professional Long Driver Bobby Bradley from Charity Golf International will be on-site to raise additional funds for the organization. Golfers are encouraged to take part in activities and games throughout the day.
Immediately following the tournament, the day will conclude with an awards banquet and ceremony at 5:30 p.m. Guest will be entertained by the Miami Heat Dancers followed by a delectable buffet-style dinner, cocktails, a raffle and silent auction featuring prizes such as vacation stays and sports memorabilia. Guests are asked to adhere to the country club casual dress code.
Confirmed sponsors include Carmen Rebozo Foundation, Publix Super Markets Charities, Coca Cola, Ocean Bank, Bermont Advisory Group, McDonalds, Wells Fargo Advisors, Performance Sports, Wells Fargo Insurance, Stretch Zone, Miami Marlins, Pinecrest Magazine, Tasco, Power Crunch, Hooters, FPL, Dicks Sporting Goods, SunTrust Bank and BMW South.
Many sponsorship/underwriting opportunities are still available, ranging from $250 to $25,000. Underwriting opportunities are available from $500 to $2,000. A Tee Hole Sign Sponsorship is available for $250.
Registration fees are $1,600 for a foursome. The admission price for dinner only is $100 per person.
For more information about sponsorship or underwriting opportunities, or to reserve a foursome, individual golfer or purchase dinner only tickets, please contact Anneleise Sanchez (305) 446-9910, or email events@bgcmia.org.
About Boys & Girls Clubs of Miami-Dade
Boys & Girls Clubs of Miami-Dade has been serving youth in the community since 1940. What once was a single building and site for boys has grown to five Clubs serving thousands of boys and girls year-round, providing programs in the areas of character and leadership development, educational enhancement, career preparation, health and life skills, cultural arts and sports, fitness and recreation. Club staffing, initiatives, and programs are designed to inspire and enable young people and provide them with the resources to succeed and share in the American Dream. For more information, please visit www.bgcmia.org.
