Turf, pest control supports environmental stewardship
The Environmental Institute for Golf, the philanthropic organization of the Golf Course Superintendents Association of America (GCSAA), has welcomed LESCO Inc. to its Platinum Tee Club.
LESCO CEO Jeff Rutherford and Vice President of Golf, Steve Vincent, presented a $5,000 check to GCSAA CEO Steve Mona during the 2007 Golf Industry Show. The Platinum Tee Club is the giving club for organizations that contribute a minimum of $5,000 annually to The Institute. LESCO is recognized at the Governor’s Club level for donors that have contributed between $50,000 and $99,999 since 1987. LESCO contributed to GCSAA’s 75th Anniversary celebration, The Institute’s Annual Fund, the Golf Industry Show Silent Auction and the "Investing in the Beauty of Golf" campaign. LESCO also made a substantial purchase of GCSAA gift certificates to give back to their customers for their loyalty and support. The gift certificates can be used for continuing education, the Golf Industry Show or donated to The Institute.
"The evolution of The Environmental Institute for Golf over the past 50 years represents the continued commitment of everyone taking part in the game of golf to respect and care for the environment," said Vincent. "Through The Institute’s work, we protect the natural resources entrusted to us for golfers to enjoy today and tomorrow. LESCO respects and appreciates this work and makes this donation to help The Institute continue this important work."
"We welcome LESCO as a Platinum Tee Club member of The Environmental Institute for Golf," said Steve Mona, GCSAA CEO and Institute trustee. "This generous donation represents LESCO’s commitment to environmental stewardship."
LESCO distributes turf and pest control products to more than 150,000 professionals worldwide through more than 300 LESCO Service Center® locations, more than 110 LESCO Stores-On-Wheels® vehicles, and other direct sales efforts. LESCO customers include golf courses, athletic fields, and professional lawn care companies that maintain landscapes around apartments, office complexes, government buildings, cemeteries and private homes. For more information, visit www.lesco.com.
The Environmental Institute for Golf, the philanthropic organization of the Golf Course Superintendents Association of America (GCSAA), is a collaborative effort of the environmental and golf communities, dedicated to strengthening the compatibility of golf with the natural environment. The Institute concentrates on delivering programs and services involving research, education and outreach that communicate the best management practices of environmental stewardship on the golf course. For more on The Institute, visit www.eifg.org.
Celebrating its 80th anniversary, GCSAA is a leading golf organization and has as its focus golf course management. Since 1926, GCSAA has been the top professional association for the men and women who manage golf courses in the United States and worldwide. From its headquarters in Lawrence, Kan., the association provides education, information and representation to more than 21,000 members in more than 72 countries. GCSAA’s mission is to serve its members, advance their profession and enhance the enjoyment, growth and vitality of the game of golf. Visit GCSAA at www.gcsaa.org.
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For more information contact:
Teri Harris, GCSAA managing director, development, at (785) 832-4465 or tharris@gcsaa.org
Bob West, LESCO director of communications & industry affairs, at (216) 706-9250
Contact:
Jeff Bollig, GCSAA director of communications
(800) 472-7878, ext. 4430 or jbollig@gcsaa.org