(CHARLESTON COUNTY) – The Charleston County Park and Recreation Commission’s (CCPRC) nonprofit partner, the Charleston County Parks Foundation, will host a golf tournament event on Monday, April 13 to raise funds to support the foundation’s projects.

 

The day will feature a round of golf with a cart, gift bag, breakfast provided by Chick-Fil-A, refreshments, a raffle, a cocktail reception and meal provided by Dog & Duck. This shotgun start, captains choice tournament will be held at Charleston National Golf Club in Mount Pleasant, a Rees Jones-designed championship golf course that was rated by Golf Digest as the best non-resort golf course in the Charleston area.

 

Entry fees are $160 per person or $600 per team of four. Practice will take place the morning of the event from 8 – 9:30 a.m. Shotgun start will be at 10 a.m.  Sponsorship opportunities are available. For more information on the tournament or to register, visit the tournament website.

 

Proceeds from the tournament will go to support projects funded by the Charleston County Parks Foundation. Presently, the foundation directs its funding toward three areas needing support: The Genesis Swim Safety Fund, which supports aquatic safety programs in rural Charleston County; the Nature Stewardship Fund, which is focused on preserving, protecting and managing natural resources throughout the Charleston County Park system; and the Cultural History Fund, which aids in cultural and historical research, preservation, interpretation and education. The Foundation also provides opportunities for all who encounter financial barriers to accessing parks, programs and services.

 

About the Charleston County Parks Foundation

Empowering all people to experience Charleston County Parks and its programs, the Charleston County Parks Foundation creates opportunities for all to access and experience the benefits of the county park system while preserving and protecting it. For more information on the Charleston County Parks Foundation, call 843-795-4386 or visit www.CharlestonCountyParksFoundation.org.