Citrus Club to Participate in ClubCorp Charity Classic: Celebrating a Legacy Public Invited to Attend Citrus Club Event
ORLANDO, FL September 26, 2008 — Citrus Club, a ClubCorp property, announced today, it will participate in the 2008 ClubCorp Charity Classic: Celebrating a Legacy, the world’s largest one-day golf and dining event Sept. 26, 2008.
Citrus Club cordially invites the public to attend the 2nd Annual Charity Classic benefiting the MDA – Augie’s Quest, Employee Partners Care Foundation and the Dr. P. Phillips Orlando Performing Arts Center. The evening will include a 7-course dinner prepared by our outstanding Executive Chef, J.R. Thomas and wine to paired perfectly with each course. Silent Auction items and raffle prizes will be won.
“We are thrilled to be able to open our clubs to the community during this exciting event,” said Steve Alden, General Manager at the Citrus Club. “It is an honor to be a part of ClubCorp’s massive celebration but even more so to be a part of something that positively will touch the lives of so many.”
More than 140 golf and country clubs and business and sports clubs around the country will again open their courses and dining rooms to an estimated 25,000 members, guests and patrons for tournaments, dining events and social extravaganzas.
All proceeds raised during the ClubCorp Charity Classic will be divided and donated to the following three charities:
• The Muscular Dystrophy Association (MDA), specifically “Augie’s Quest,” an initiative within MDA that is an aggressive, cure-driven effort singularly focused on treatments and cures for ALS, (amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, or Lou Gehrig’s disease).
• ClubCorp’s Employee Partners Care Foundation (E.P.C.F.), a fund created to help ClubCorp’s employees and their families by providing financial assistance in times of crisis.
• Dr. P. Philips Orlando Performing Arts Center, Their Mission is to Provide a showcase for regional arts groups, create a great multi-cultural center for artistic excellence, develop a center of arts education for children and adults alike. To establish a destination for Floridians and tourists, build a welcoming place establishing community pride, create an environment encouraging participation and new experiences.
Last year, the ClubCorp Charity Classic raised more than $1.6 million through live auctions, dinners, golf and tennis tournaments, a variety of fitness activities, as well as an online auction. Proceeds benefited the Muscular Dystrophy Association’s Augie’s Quest, The PGA Foundation, Susan G. Komen for the Cure, and the E.P.C.F.
To participate or to sign up for this event, please visit the ClubCorp Charity Classic Web site at www.clubcorpcharityclassic.com or call the club at 407-843-1080.
About the Citrus Club
As Central Florida's Premier Private Business Club, the Citrus Club embraces the standard of excellence. Founded in 1971, the Board of Governors invited a select group of business, professional and community leaders to membership - people of distinction who appreciate the special amenities of a place of privilege. Since that time, the Citrus Club continues to offer the spirit of diversity and promote connections with other professionals from an expansive list of industries.
Located on the 18th floor of the BB&T Building in downtown Orlando, the Club is illuminated by stunning views including the city's legal and business district and the nightly fireworks display at Disney World. Every area, including our cocktail lounge, formal dining room, casual dining, and six private rooms has an amazing view. Amongst the lavish and elegant atmosphere, our dedicated staff is devoted to providing excellent cuisine, superior, personalized service and exceptional attention to detail. The Citrus Club Spa and Fitness Center, located on the lower level of the building, is another demonstration of our ultimate commitment to going above and beyond your expectations.
Yet, beyond the amenities, it is the intangible qualities that distinguish the Citrus Club - a sense of belonging and the opportunities to foster friendships and build professional relationships. These are the attributes that makes the Citrus Club a welcoming haven from the busy pace of life.
About ClubCorp
Dallas-based ClubCorp and its affiliates own or operate more than 140 golf courses, country clubs, private business and sports clubs and resorts. Among ClubCorp’s nationally recognized golf properties are Firestone Country Club in Akron, Ohio (site of the World Golf Championships – Bridgestone Invitational) and Mission Hills Country Club in Rancho Mirage, California (home of the Kraft Nabisco Championship). The renowned collection of business and business sports clubs include the Columbia Tower Club in Seattle; Metropolitan Club in Chicago; and the City Club of Washington, D.C. Visit www.clubcorp.com for additional company information.
About Augie’s Quest and the Muscular Dystrophy Association
Fitness pioneer Augie Nieto started Augie’s Quest (www.augiesquest.org) in conjunction with MDA’s ALS Division after his ALS diagnosis in March 2005. Nieto is co-founder and former president of Life Fitness, and chairman of Octane Fitness. Augie’s Quest is an aggressive, cure-driven effort singularly focused on treatments and cures for amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), commonly known as Lou Gehrig’s disease.MDA (www.mda.org) is the world’s largest provider of ALS services and funder of ALS research. Over the years, it has expanded almost $200 million in this effort. It operates 225 neuromuscular disease clinics across the country and 37 ALS-specific research and care centers. MDA also supports 42 other neuromuscular diseases including muscular dystrophy.
Employee Partners Care Foundation
The Employee Partners Care Foundation (www.epcarefoundation.com) was established by ClubCorp to help employees and their families in need of financial assistance in times of crisis. Future plans include incorporating a scholarship component to the fund to provide scholarships for Employee Partners or their children and grandchildren. Funds for the Employee Partners Care Foundation come from Employee Partner donations as well as private donations.
For Immediate Release
Contact:
Steve Alden
General Manager
Citrus Club
255 S. Orange Avenue
Orlando, FL 32801
407-843-1080
steve.alden@ourclub.com