Everglades GCSA donates to The Institute
The Everglades Golf Course Superintendents Association continues its longtime support of The Environmental Institute for Golf, the philanthropic organization of the Golf Course Superintendents Association of America (GCSAA), donating $5,000 towards research, education, environmental programs and outreach to enhance golf’s relationship with the environment.
“We can’t thank the members of GCSAA’s chapter in the Everglades enough for following through on their commitment and their continued support of The Institute,” said World Golf Hall of Fame member Greg Norman, Institute trustee and chairman of its Advisory Council. “Research, education and technological advancements have resulted in positive results for golf’s association with the environment. This contribution will continue strengthening the compatibility of golf with our environment.”
With this donation, the Everglades GCSA has attained Platinum Tee Club status for the 10th consecutive year. The Platinum Tee Club is the giving club for organizations that contribute a minimum of $5,000 annually. An affiliate chapter of GCSAA, the Everglades GCSA is also recognized as at the Governor’s Club level in the Cumulative Giving Program, which recognizes organizations that have contributed between $50,000 and $99,999 to The Institute since 1987.
“The Everglades GCSA is pleased to continue its support of The Institute,” said Everglades GCSA President Todd Draffen, GCSAA Class A superintendent at TPC Treviso Bay in Naples, Fla. “We believe that it is important to fund Institute programs such as research because of the great benefits they provide to our members.”
The Environmental Institute for Golf 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.
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 800-472-7878 or tharris@gcsaa.org
Todd Draffen, Everglades GCSA president at 239-344-9928 or ToddDraffen@pgatourtpc.com
Contact:
Jeff Bollig, GCSAA director of communications
800-472-7878, ext. 4430 or jbollig@gcsaa.org
