The John S. Pickering Foundation
in support of children with Cystic Fibrosis

presents the 10th Annual
Playing For A Cure 2007
Celebrity Golf Tournament

Monday, October 8, 2007
St. Marlo Country Club
Duluth, Georgia


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Volunteers

Having such a wonderful group of volunteers has been extremely rewarding. Without these great people who contribute so much of their time and energy during the planning and implementation of this event, this day would not be possible. Thanks for all your help!

Committee Members

A special thanks to all those who contributed their time and talents:

  • Matt Brown

  • Louise Calloway

  • Greg Kilkenny

  • Jen Eschle

  • Lynn Pickering

  • Regina Pickering

  • Gene Weiland

Special Thanks

  • Karen Brown

  • Jeff Kamean

  • Mike Pickering

  • Richard Pickering

Sponsor Opportunities

Presenting Sponsor - $5,000

  • Recognition displayed on a Tee, Bag Drop Area and Driving Range or Putting Green

  • Special Recognition

  • Four playing spots with green fees, carts, gift bags

  • On-course lunch and beverages

  • Awards ceremony invitations for foursome with buffet dinner and beverages

  • Full page sponsor recognition in tournament program

 

Gold Sponsor - $2,000

  • Corporate and/or Personal Recognition

  • Recognition displayed on the tee or green of the hole sponsored

  • Four playing spots with green fees, carts, gift bags

  • On-course lunch and beverages

  • Awards ceremony invitations for foursome with buffet dinner and beverages

  • Full page sponsor recognition in tournament program

Silver Sponsor - $1,500

  • Four playing spots with green fees, carts, gift bags

  • On-course lunch and beverages

  • Awards ceremony invitations for foursome with buffet dinner and beverages

  • Half page sponsor recognition in tournament program

Bronze Sponsor - $750

  • Two playing spots with green fees, cart, and gift bags

  • On-course lunch and beverages

  • Awards ceremony invitations for twosome with buffet dinner and beverages

  • Display of quarter page ad or business card in tournament program

Program Advertiser

  • Half Page $500/Full Page $750

  • Advertisers receive a display in the tournament program

Individual Player - $200

  • One playing spot with green fees, cart, gift bag

  • On-course lunch and beverages

  • Awards ceremony invitation with buffet dinner and beverages

Prize Sponsor  - All donations are tax deductible.

The Live and silent auctions are a big part if the fundraising for the event.
Auction items to consider donating are:

  • Cash prizes for "Closest-to-Pin" and "Longest Drive" winners
  • Access to a unique experience
    • A week in a condo (a time share you are unable to use)
    • Tickets to a game or sporting event
    • Tickets to an performance event
  • An opportunity to meet someone famous
  • Signed Memorabilia
  • Gift Certificates
    • Restaurants
    • Salons
    • Stores
  • Art
  • Jewelry
  • Gift Baskets
     

Donate “goodie bag” items

To show appreciation for their sponsorship, the golfers are given “goodie bags” filled with items that will be helpful on the links. All “goodie bag” donations are tax deductible and are a great chance to highlight your business by supplying branded items featuring your company. We request the “goodie bag” items be donated in quantities of 200. Some “goodie bag” items to consider are:

  • Golf tees
  • Golf balls
  • Golf towels
  • Candy bars
  • Bottle water
  • Sunscreen
  • Disposable Cameras
  • Hats
  • Umbrellas
  • Shirts