Executive Director Report - Gateway PGA

Lake of Egypt to Host Ozzie SmithBy WSIL SportsLAKE OF EGYPT -- Cardinals legend OzzieSmith will be in southern Illinois thisWednesday as part of the 100 holes of golffundraiser.Smith will join Lake of Egypt PGA professionalMark Faulkner, as he attempts toplay 100 holes in one day to raise moneyfor Hospice of Southern Illinois.Mark Faulkner, PGA—Lake of Egypt Country Club Head ProfessionalIf you donate to the fundraiser, you're invitedto Lake of Egypt on Wednesday at 11a.m. to watch Smith and Faulkner play.Ozzie will be there to sign autographs andtake pictures.If your contribution is one of the top three raised, you will have an opportunity to play along with Mark andOzzie for a portion of their round. To donate, go to www.PGAgolfday.com.The PGA Golf Day was established by PGA Professionals in theGateway PGA Section to raise money for special causes throughthe Gateway PGA Foundation, Section, and chosen charities. PGAProfessionals play 100 holes of golf, all in 1 day, 1 ball, and 1 holeat a time.The Gateway PGA Foundation is dedicated to enriching the livesand communities of those in Gateway PGA Section by providingresources to programs that teach life’s positive values.75% of your donation goes directly towards the Gateway SectionPGA Foundation, a 501 (c) (3) non-profit entity EIN: 20-8954501.The Foundation’s portion of the proceeds are distributed to supportwonderful organizations across the Gateway PGA Section. Theseorganizations include: Ranken Jordan Children’s Hospital, Hospiceof Southern Illinois, Lake of the Ozarks Junior Golf Association, and The First Tee Great River. The remaining25% of the proceeds will support Gateway PGA programming to include: PGA Junior Golf, PGAMember Education, and the PGA Tournament Program.Gateway Section | 17269 Wild Horse Creek Rd, Ste 110 | Chesterfield, MO 63005-1360 | gateway@pgahq.com | www.gatewaypga.org3