The Gord Brown Memorial Golf Tournament raises $218,580

Tanya Noyes • August 27, 2024

The 4th Annual Gord Brown Memorial Golf Tournament raises $218,580

Monday, August 26, 2024


News Release

 Gord Brown Memorial Golf Tournament a Success!


 Brockville & Kingston, ON – This year’s Gord Brown Memorial Golf Tournament in support of United Way Leeds & Grenville and the YMCA of Eastern Ontario has demonstrated the generosity of people in our region!


Record-breaking success! With the power of partnership between United Way Leeds & Grenville and the YMCA of Eastern Ontario, we’ve set a new benchmark by raising an incredible $218,580.00. This achievement is a testament to what we can accomplish together.


This includes funds raised from live and silent auctions. Monies raised will be shared between the two organizations in support of the most vulnerable people in our communities.


“We are so pleased to be able to support the great work of MP Gord Brown and his family by raising money for the community,” said Hailie Jack, Executive Director of United Way Leeds & Grenville. “Gord really set a standard of care and the Brown family is carrying on that legacy by helping to sustain local programs and services for those who most need them.”


Larry Robinson, Todd Gill & Jay McClement were big hits with the crowd, signing memorabilia and being available for lots of selfies.


“Larry, Todd & Jay added to people’s enjoyment of the day and their participation helped to raise money for the Y’s financial assistance program and other worthy community programs funded by the United Way,” said Rob Adams, CEO, YMCA of Eastern Ontario. “On behalf of our two organizations, I want to thank our sponsors, golfers, our staff, our volunteers, and both boards of directors who made the event a reality. I wish to also thank the entire Brown family for their support and belief in the YMCA of Eastern Ontario and its impact.”


United Way Leeds & Grenville and YMCA of Eastern Ontario wish to thank all the sponsors of the Gord Brown Memorial Golf Tournament whose support was invaluable to the success of the event.


Major Sponsors


Canarm Ltd.

Shorelines Casino Thousand Islands

Henderson Digital Marketing & Printing

Greenfield Global


Event Sponsors


BDO

Hybrid Construction

Findlay Foods (Kingston) Ltd.

Andrew Kizell Photography

Keyes Insurance Brokers

Bell Media Move 104.9

Bell Media Bounce Radio 103.7

Burnbrae Farms

Shorelines Casino Thousand Islands

RKJL Foods Inc.

Gan Chev

Beer Canada

Kingston Frontenacs

FDF Group

Tackaberry & Sons Construction Co. Ltd.

Jay Rayner Wealth Advisor – CI Assante Wealth Management


Hole Sponsors


Lions Club Gananoque

Greenfield Global

RBC

Travelodge Gananoque – 1000 Islands

Pump House Creamery

The J.L. Jordan Group

Coca-Cola

Smuggler’s Glen Golf Course

3M

Comfort Inn & Suites Gananoque – 1000 Islands

Daft Brewing

Beer Canada

RKJL Foods Inc.

Kingston Frontenacs

Cedar Tea Wellness Gifting

The Ceaser Co.

Starbucks Gananoque

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Gananoque – 1000 Islands

Pelee Island Winery

YMCA of Eastern Ontario – Board of Directors

Northern Cables

Ketchum Manufacturing Inc.

The Keystorm Pub

Choice Hotels

Brown Hospitality Corporation


About United Way Leeds & Grenville

United Way Leeds & Grenville is a non-profit agency that supports 16 local agencies and funds over 21 programs making impacts in housing, homelessness, mental health, addictions, food security, children & youth. UWLG’s mission is to improve lives and build community by engaging individuals and mobilizing collective action. UWLG is dedicated to bringing people together to build vibrant and caring communities, across Leeds & Grenville.


About YMCA of Eastern Ontario

The YMCA of Eastern Ontario is a charity that provides programs and services to improve health and health outcomes, develops leaders, helps build social connections and provides safe, inclusive spaces for people of all ages. The Y is Canada’s largest provider of childcare with trademarked curricula and offers fitness and other specialized programs including Work Hard Eat Well, Karate and Total Life Care.

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