In the end, our crew would be robbed by several mystery putts that somehow managed to levitate above the hole and refused to yield the necessary birdies in order to compete in the cutthroat world of charity scrambles. We would finish several strokes off of the podium. However, our crew did not mind one bit. Apogee has a funny way of delivering glorious memories regardless of the score.
Most importantly, the significant proceeds from the Pro-Am golf tournament will directly benefit children at local area schools (Pleasant City Elementary, U.B. Kinsey/Palmview Elementary, and Roosevelt Elementary) by providing 10-week summer camp opportunities for more than 650 students living below the poverty line. During summer months, many at risk youths simply don’t have the support and nourishment that they need. This 10 week summer camp can bridge a critical gap to keep our children on a healthy life path. These are the type of programs that can really make a difference in someone’s life.
In total, the Palm Beach Pro-Am generated $400,000 and will help 200 students. The Related Ross Foundation goes beyond what ordinary pro ams deliver. Jeremy Morse, the Executive Director of the foundation makes it clear. “Community transformation doesn’t start with programs — it starts with people. At Related Ross Foundation, we believe lasting change begins with deep connection to place and to one another.”