(Ridgely, MD – October 28, 2024) – Benedictine’s annual Birdies for Benedictine Charity Golf Tournament, held at the Talbot Country Club, raised almost $33,000. The funds will be used to help make a difference in the lives of the children and adults living with developmental disabilities and autism that Benedictine supports.
Several adults supported by Benedictine helped hand out giveaways to the golfers. The supported adults were excited to participate in this day of fundraising. “Benedictine is so grateful that some of the adults we support attended this event. We’re also grateful to the many sponsors and golfers that made this day such a success, said Caroline Bauerle, Director of Development at Benedictine.
Benedictine thanks the businesses that sponsored Birdies: Bracewell, LLC, Barstow and Sons Heating and Cooling, Queenstown Bank, BDK Inc, Caroline Review, Compassion Care Inc, Inn at Perry Cabin, Marsun, Mullen Sondberg Wimbish and Stone Public Accountants and Business Consultants, The Office of Bruce Bereano, Pohanka of Salisbury, Shore Industries, University of Maryland Shore Regional Health, and Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 7464.
Before the tournament began, golfers participated in a putting contest. The winner of the putting contest was Sam Cappetta. The day’s play including a shotgun start, awards ceremony and lite fare. Closest to the pin was awarded to Dave Mummert. Longest Drives went to Michelle Boutcher and Brian Shaw. The winning team, was Matt Bradley, Mark Villee, Kevin Magaw, and Josh Maisel.
For more information on Benedictine and how you can support their mission, please contact Claudia Cunningham, Chief Advancement Officer at 410 634 2292 or Claudia.cunningham@benschool.org.
Some of our supported adults handing out our gifts to the golfers during registration.
Sam Cappetta, winner of the putting contest, striking a victory pose at the 18th hole.
