Golf Classic Supports all Baldwin County Schools
Baldwin County Sewer Service (BCSS) offers the 3rd Annual Baldwin County Education Coalition Golf Classic, which will be held Thursday, September 10, 2015 at Rock Creek Golf Club in Fairhope. BCSS and the Baldwin County Education Coalition are seeking sponsors and teams for this premier golf tournament, which is the Coalition’s only fundraiser. Since there has never been a greater need for the Coalition’s work to strengthen and grow, this fundraiser is crucial for them to continue informing and engaging citizens about issues concerning public education and to advocate with a united-voice for reform in Baldwin County.
The upcoming Golf Classic is expected to resemble last year’s event that raised $30,000 and was identified by participants as one of the best tournaments in the area. It will feature complimentary lunch, dinner and beverages, in addition to exceptional prizes and great networking opportunities with prominent local businesses. Jenny Williams, Marketing Director of Baldwin County Sewer Service, describes how this year’s event will be different: “To set this charity golf tournament apart from many others in the area, we are continuing to enhance it every year. This time, to compliment the Luncheon Sponsors, there are now Dinner Sponsors and Beverage Sponsors to ensure an excellent dinner during the award ceremony and free drinks throughout the day and night. We are also encouraging Corporate Sponsors who display on the course to provide refreshments or something for participants to enjoy while playing.” She continues, “Supporters of this annual tournament tremendously benefit our public schools, so we show appreciation by presenting a very enjoyable event.”
Proceeds from the annual Golf Classic have helped to strengthen the county’s Partners-in-Education Program, with over 600 organizations providing volunteers, financial support, and in-kind services to our local schools. The Coalition’s current focus is facilitating a Community Advisory Task Force, a diverse group of citizens volunteering their time to study the growth challenges facing our school system and to make recommendations they feel will unite citizens in support of our public schools. “As you know, the most fundamental resource for building a strong local economy is the presence of a highly qualified workforce that can attract new industry and sustain existing business. Creating a world-class public education system in Baldwin County has to be the number one strategy to accomplish the county’s economic development goals,” explains Terry Burkle, Baldwin County Education Coalition Executive Director.
Several sponsors have already committed, and many more are needed in order to aid local schools with the most resources. For more details on the 3rd Annual Golf Classic and to become a team and sponsor, visit www.BaldwinCountySewer.com/Community/GolfClassic.
About:
The Baldwin County Education Coalition is an independent, non-profit, nonpartisan organization of public school advocates. We work together for systemic improvements and through seven local education foundations that serve communities across Baldwin’s 1600+ square miles. Our strength is in the value we bring to our individual communities and our shared vision for creating world-class schools.
