No Mulligan Needed as Storm Clouds Bypass Value of One Charity Golf Classic of The Arc of Riverside
On April 21, 2010 The Arc of Riverside County hosted its annual Value of One Charity Golf Classic at Indian Hills Golf Club in Riverside. The event raised funds and awareness for our organization and for the inherent value of people with intellectual and other developmental disabilities. By all ways of measuring fundraising events, this one was a big success.
The threat of rain was with us early in the morning but the clouds parted just enough to provide a rain-free day until the last few minutes of play. After the last golfer was safely in the clubhouse and enjoying the awards dinner and a silent auction, the sky opened up with heavy rainfall.
Under the able leadership of volunteer tournament director Mike Stearsman, and his trusted sidekick, board of director's member Dan Baldwin, the event came off without a hitch. This was Mike's 24th year of hosting this tournament for people with disabilities and the second year that The Arc has been the recipient of his charitable efforts. It was Mike that answered an e-mail query the night before the event asking about what to do if it rained with these words, "It will not rain." Even the weather obeys.
Eight board of directors members were at the event. Four of them hosted foursomes and four others worked tirelessly as volunteers. Special recognition goes to Kit Mac Nee, Mike Warren, Bianca Blua and President Margie Lumbley for helping in various capacities most of the long day. Board members Dan Baldwin, Rich Williams, Ron Domme and Bud Luppino either hosted or sponsored foursomes. Other board members participated in other ways such as cash donations or silent auction items.
Other volunteers included staff members Michelle Anderson, Carol Mona, Jennifer O'Farrell, Mark Cloud, Martha Owsian, interns Kelly Nordmeyer and Aimee Perez, and Jan Shafer of First National Bank.
We also want to thank our Gold sponsors for the event:
Bob Hogan Insurance
Stong Insurance, SVC
Olive Garden, Moreno Valley
And a special thanks is owed to our hole-in-one sponsor, Walter's Automotive Group of Riverside.
Lastly, we wish to thank our many friends, old and new, who took time from their busy week to support our event and the individuals for whom we advocate and provide services. We hope to see you next year.
Other thanks:
Migliore Gourmet Foods for delicious seasoned sausage and dipping oils
Micah Ries, chiropractor and wellness practitioner, for on-site neck and back massages
Golf pro Mike Hancock for the free golf clinic and for hitting drives for tournament players off the first tee (for a small donation to our cause)
Mike Bacich (who happens to be a board member at The Arc) and everyone at Riverside Public Utilities
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