Attention golfers!
With the summer weather comes a Concordia tradition! Now in its 24th year, the Memorial Golf Tournament is a fun day on the golf course that doubles as a fundraiser for students in need.
Open to all Concordians, the event attracts a lively crowd of about 200 staff, alumni, faculty members and friends annually.
Fore! Concordians will once again have a chance to gather for some fun, sun, links — and fundraising, at the 2017 Memorial Golf Tournament at the Hemmingford Golf Club on Tuesday, August 8.
This year’s event is Tuesday, August 8, at the Hemmingford Golf Club. It’s a full day that includes a friendly brunch, dinner, trophies and prizes. Optional bus transportation is available at no cost.
“We’ve always maintained our philosophy that above all, it’s about fun and community — yet we’ve also managed to raise a lot of money over the years,” says Perry Calce, one of the event’s co-founders and a member of the organizing committee, made up entirely of volunteers.
“It’s the kind of event where everyone is on the same level and has a good time together,” says Calce. “It’s a great opportunity to get to know your colleagues and meet people from a cross-section of the university.”
For new golfers, it’s an easy way into the game. Players of all levels are welcome and it’s very affordable, with registration fees just covering costs.
The fundraising comes through sponsorships and raffle ticket sales. Each year, the tournament generates about $8,000 for a good cause that unites members of the Concordia community.
It was established in 1992 — as a morale booster — in memory of four professors who died tragically. It turned into a fundraiser in 1994 and has since raised more than $170,000 for student bursaries.
The Concordia Memorial Golf Tournament Bursary Endowment funds six bursaries — one for each faculty, one for a graduate student and one for a student athlete. Valued at $1,000 each, they are awarded to students in financial need.
“I really encourage all Concordians who have never attended before, to come out and join us,” says Calce. “Once you try it, you’ll want to come back!
2017 Memorial Golf Tournament
Tuesday, August 8, at Hemmingford Golf Club.
- NEW THIS YEAR: Register online.
- Learn more about the event.