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It's Time FORE Catholic Charities 17th Annual Golf Tournament

Posted on August 10, 2022 in: Events, Catholic Charities News

It's Time FORE Catholic Charities 17th Annual Golf Tournament

Catholic Charities, Diocese of Norwich will be hosting its 17th Annual Golf Tournament on September 12, 2022, at Great Neck County Club in Waterford.

Registration begins at 11:00 am. Kick off your day with an all-you-can-eat BBQ and an on-sight cigar roller. Shotgun start at 12:30 pm, concluding after play with delicious small bites, raffle results, and award winners. The price is $175 per player.

Golfers of all levels are welcome. If golf is not your game, we have many fantastic opportunities to highlight your business by donating a raffle item or becoming a sponsor, many levels of sponsorship are available to suit your budget.

Please consider participating in this great event. Proceeds from the tournament support Catholic Charities programs and help so many people, in need, in New London, Windham, Tolland, and Middlesex counties.

For more information on the Event, Registration or Sponsorships, click here or contact Sally Velcofsky at 203-556-0115 / email: sallyvelcofsky@ccfsn.org.

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