The 14th annual Golf Fore Kids Tournament, held on Sept. 23 at the Atlantic City Country Club, brought together community leaders, sponsors and golf enthusiasts in support of the Boys & Girls Club of Atlantic City. The event, presented by South Jersey Industries, continues to be a crucial fundraiser, helping to sustain the Club’s transformative programs for children and teens in the region.
“Golf Fore Kids is incredibly important because the funds we raise directly impact the futures of so many kids in Atlantic City,” said Tracey Triniwell, CEO of the Boys & Girls Club of Atlantic City. “This tournament allows us to continue offering the safe spaces, supportive mentors and essential programs that help our children build brighter futures. We’re deeply grateful to everyone who participated and contributed to this cause.”
The two-day event began with a Pairings Party on Sunday, Sept. 22, sponsored by The Finkel Group at Merrill Lynch, and culminated with a day of golfing, contests, and an awards dinner on Monday, Sept. 23. Participants enjoyed the scenic course at the Atlantic City Country Club, one of America’s oldest and most prestigious golf clubs, while supporting a worthy cause. Silent auctions, prizes and special contests added to the excitement of the day.
Awards were presented at the culmination of the event. These included: Closest to the Pin Hole 4 (Women) Dawn Brodton; Closest to Pin 12 (Men) Charlie Barksdale; Long Drive Hole 6 (Women) Bernadette Cummings; Long Drive Hole 13 (Men) Bryan Foreman; and Putting Contest – Bill Mosca. Tournament winners were Anthony Scannapieco, Anthony Phillips, Dan McCabe and Bryan Foreman.
Co-chairs Jake Perskie and Steve Cocchi, both dedicated board members, led the volunteer committee in organizing the event. “We’re proud to have been part of an event that not only brings the community together but also makes a lasting difference in the lives of so many kids,” said Perskie.
The funds raised will support the Boys & Girls Club’s wide array of programs, which focus on education, career development, character and leadership development, health and life skills and the arts, sports, fitness and recreation. These programs help young people develop essential life skills and realize their full potential.
For more information about the Boys & Girls Club of Atlantic City or to get involved with future events, visit www.acbgc.org, or contact Sharon D’Angio, Director of Resource Development, at sdangio@acbgc.org or (609) 347-2697, ext. 105.
