Schmuckal Oil-sponsored event has raised more than $175,000 for patients, families
LochenHeath Golf Club is hosting its fifth-annual Chip in Fore Hospice charity golf tournament for Munson Hospice on Friday, Sept. 18.
This event is sponsored by Schmuckal Oil Company.
In past years, the event has raised more than $175,000 to support Munson Hospice, which provides compassionate, end-of-life care to patients and families around northern Michigan. As part of the fundraiser, sponsorship opportunities are available for individuals or businesses.
Volunteers also are needed to help staff the event.
This year, the golf outing will feature a four-person scramble that includes golf, food, live music, and a silent auction during the day with items provided by local merchants and businesses. A live auction is part of the evening. Tickets are $200 per golfer, or $800 for a foursome, and includes, lunch, golf, and dinner.
Registration begins at 10 a.m. and a shotgun start at 12:15 p.m.
Chip in Fore Hospice is the largest single fundraiser for Munson Hospice, a not-for-profit organization committed to compassionate care regardless of a patient’s or family’s ability to pay. Munson Hospice serves approximately 700 people per year and an additional 1,200 use its bereavement services.
For more information on Chip in Fore Hospice, or to register, call 231-938-4900. Those who cannot attend the event, but would like to make a donation may do so at munsonhealthcare.org/chipinforehospice.
More information on Munson Hospice is available at munsonhomehealth.org/hospice.