Ongoing support provided for research-based activities of GCSAA
Lawrence, Kan. (May 16, 2017) – Intelligro has again made a $5,000 donation to the Environmental Institute for Golf (EIFG), the philanthropic organization of the Golf Course Superintendents Association of America (GCSAA). The gift was officially made to the EIFG at the 2017 Golf Industry Show in Orlando.
With the donation, Intelligro, maker of Civitas Turf Defense, retains its place in the EIFG’s Platinum Tee Club for donors who contribute $5,000 or more annually. It is also recognized at the Executive Club level of the EIFG’s Cumulative Giving Program, recognizing donors who have contributed between $25,000 and $49,999. Intelligro is also part of GCSAA’s Partner Recognition Program as a Silver Partner. Silver Partners invest resources at the $100,000 level.
“GCSAA and the EIFG have a great friend in Intelligro,” GCSAA CEO Rhett Evans said. “Their generous donation for ongoing support of our research-based activities not only benefits our members, but the golf industry as a whole.”
“We are pleased to continue supporting the EIFG in hopes of fostering sustainability that will benefit the future health of the game of golf,” said Oriana Persechini, category portfolio manager, Intelligro. “This collaborative work with EIFG and GCSAA is so important because we are giving back to superintendents, the people who play a vital role in this industry’s success.
About GCSAA and the EIFG
The Golf Course Superintendents Association of America (GCSAA) is a leading golf organization in the United States. Its focus is on golf course management, and since 1926 GCSAA has been the top professional association for the men and women who manage golf courses in the U.S. and worldwide. From its headquarters in Lawrence, Kan., the association provides education, information and representation to nearly 18,000 members in more than 78 countries. The association’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 or find us on Facebook or Twitter.
The Environmental Institute for Golf is the philanthropic organization of the GCSAA. Its mission is to foster sustainability through research, awareness, education, programs and scholarships for the benefit of golf course management professionals, golf facilities and the game. Visit EIFG at www.eifg.org. or find us on Facebook or Twitter.
About Intelligro
Intelligro is dedicated to transforming plant protection for more resourceful growth. Partnering with leading researchers and industry professionals, Intelligro challenges conventional wisdom with the goal of promoting smarter growth for a better world. Drawing on over 20 years of experience in agriculture and over six years in the professional golf turf, lawn and landscape industries, Intelligro offers a wide range of effective brands, innovative solutions, including CIVITAS and PureSpray, to help customers achieve top quality results in their respective fields. To learn more about Intelligro, visit www.intelligro.com. Intelligro products are produced and marketed exclusively by HollyFrontier Corporation through Petro-Canada Lubricants Inc.
About CIVITAS TURF DEFENSE
CIVITAS TURF DEFENSE is a fungicide, insecticide and plant protection product that works within the plant itself to produce strong, healthy turf. CIVITAS TURF DEFENSE enhances IPM efficiencies and lowers costs by reducing the turf’s requirement for inputs like water, fertilizers and other pesticides. To learn more about CIVITAS TURF DEFENSE, visit www.civitasturf.com.
Contact:
Craig Smith, Director, Communications and Media Relations
Phone: 800-472-7878, ext. 4431 or 785-691-9197 (cell)
csmith@gcsaa.org
