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Fundraising and Club Donation |
Colorado Golf Association Golf Swap Raises Funds for Valuable Youth Programs
Nowadays, it’s easy to find used golf equipment on the Internet. But who really benefits from an online purchase?
If you’re in the market for the odd iron, a proven driver or a starter set for that special someone in your life, visit the Colorado Golf Association’s Golf Club Swap during the 2008 Denver Golf Expo. Not only will you find great deals on previously owned equipment, but the proceeds will go directly to CGA Youth Programs, a non-profit entity that supports developmental programs such as those offered by Big Brothers and Big Sisters of Colorado, Boy Scouts of Colorado, LPGA/USGA Girls in Golf, Special Olympics and Open Fairways.
Much of the equipment in the swap is provided by clubs and pros who have asked members to donate clubs of all types, makes and sizes that they no longer use.
Individuals may also donate clubs and choose to collect 70 percent of the selling price, with the balance going to CGA Youth Programs, or simply allow the CGA to keep all of the proceeds. Due to the organization’s non-profit status, any donations are eligible to be used as a tax deduction.
Donations will be accepted at the Expo between noon and 3 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 7, and between 8 a.m. and noon on Friday, Feb. 8. Payments for items sold by consignment will be distributed between 12 p.m. and 4 p.m. on Sunday, Feb. 10 at the Merchandise Mart.
For more information on the swap and CGA Youth Programs, or to donate equipment at any time during the year, contact Director of Youth Programs Dustin Jensen at 303-974-2110.
GOLF CLUB DROP OFF
2008 Denver Golf Expo
Denver Merchandise Mart Plaza
(North side of building)
Thursday, February 7 – noon to 3 p.m.
Friday, February 8 – 8 a.m. to noon
Unsold Club/Proceeds Pick-up
(Denver Merchandise Mart Plaza)
Sunday, February 10 – 12 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Developmental Youth Programs
The CGA’s Developmental Youth Programs exists for the purpose of supporting programs that foster and promote the exposure of the game of golf and its inherent values of integrity, sportsmanship and self-discipline to young people who would not otherwise have the opportunity to experience the game.
- Special Olympics - Special Olympics is an international nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering individuals with intellectual disabilities to become physically fit, productive and respected members of society through sports training and competition. Mentors and athletes are taught together, to reinforce skills learned. Manners and patience are stressed so that all can enjoy the activity. It is our ultimate goal to have teams we can sponsor in the national tournament held in Florida each fall.
- LPGA-USGA Girls Golf of Aurora- Established in 2005, this program is dedicated solely to introducing girls to the game in an accepting and nurturing environment. The program consists of 16 events from May to October. The program follows a curriculum designed to teach introductory and intermediate skill levels the golf swing, course management, Rules of Golf, and golf course etiquette. Through the span of the program girls not only learn the game but they build character, friendships and life skills. In 2006, the Girl Scouts of America joined forces with the LPGA-USGA Girls Golf of Aurora developing a dynamic partnership that introduced even more girls to the game.
- Big Brothers/Big Sisters - The Big Brothers/Big Sisters Mission is to help children reach their potential through professionally supported, one-to-one relationships with measurable impact. We’ve created a development program for boys and girls who are paired with their big brothers or sisters, coming to our facility over a six-month period. It is a fundamentals approach, emphasizing the great companionship aspect of playing the game.
- Open Fairways - Open Fairways is a non-profit organization dedicated to improving the lives of at-risk and underprivileged children through the game of golf and its core values of honor, etiquette, respect and their application on and off the course. Mira Vista Golf Course continues to serve as the home venue for this well respected and well rounded program.
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