The Council on Aging’s 17th annual Champions for Elders golf tournament is set for Aug. 10 at Slammer & Squire in World Golf Village. The fundraiser supports critical services for seniors in St. Johns County.
Since the COVID-19 crisis began in March, COA has been on the front lines serving elders in the community who are most at risk due to the pandemic.
Despite the required temporary closures of its senior centers, COA’s work has continued unabated. In fact, many older adults in the community are relying upon COA’s services more than ever due to quarantine and social-distancing requirements.
The outbreak has necessitated the cancellation of COA's annual gala, the council’s biggest fundraiser of the year. That makes a successful golf tournament even more important.
“We look forward to joining our supporters for a fun day on the green for a very worthy cause,” said Becky Yanni, COA’s executive director. “Our community’s elders have never needed our help more than they do now. The need is great, and to meet it we need the support of the entire community.”
COA is calling upon members of the community to play in the tournament or participate as financial sponsors.
Four-person playing team sponsorships are available starting at a donation of $2,500. Elder Guard financial sponsorships are available for donations between $250 and $15,000.
Monthly Elder Guard Sustainer sponsorships are also available in any monthly amount.
COA will publicize the event sponsors to celebrate their commitment to supporting St. Johns County elders.
Individuals, businesses and organizations interested in participating may contact COA’s Sandy Hollett at 904-209-3686 or shollett@coasjc.org by July 27 or go to bit.ly/GolfCOA2020.
