April is World Autism Month and Troon has partnered with Els for Autism to raise funds and autism awareness worldwide. Golfers playing Troon-affiliated courses in April are encouraged to donate the dollar amount of their score to Els for Autism in support of this special initiative, which will help transform the lives of people with autism and those who care for them. For example, if a Troon golfer shoots an 80 during his or her round, they are encouraged to donate $80 to Els for Autism.
For every score donated, the donor will be entered into a drawing to win a two-night stay at The Breakers Palm Beach in Florida and participate in the Els for Autism Grand Finale. The Grand Finale is a two-day extravaganza of golf and entertainment hosted by Ernie and Liezl Els set for Oct. 30 – Nov. 1, 2023 at The Breakers Palm Beach. Two winners, plus their choice of one guest each, will be awarded on May 1, 2023 and will receive:
- Entry for one golfing guest and one non-golfing guest (airfare/transportation not included)
- Attendance at the Welcome Party on Oct. 30
- Attendance at the Awards Ceremony and Gala Celebration on October 31
- Entry to Grand Finale golf tournament for golfing guest only during your stay
- 2 nights complimentary accommodation at The Breakers Palm Beach from Oct. 30 – Nov. 1, 2023
- Gift Bag for each golfing guest
To donate and be entered into the drawing, please click here.
Approximately one in 36 children have been identified with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), which is reported to occur in all racial, ethnic, and socioeconomic groups. ASD is about four times more common in boys than among girls.
Els for Autism Foundation was established in 2009 by Liezl Els, Ernie Els, and Marvin R. Shanken. The Els’ son, Ben, is impacted by autism spectrum disorder (ASD), which affects one in 44 children in the U.S. The Foundation offers innovative, evidence-based programs for families and individuals across the lifespan in six focus areas: Education, Research, Global Support, Recreation Services, Adult Services and Therapy Services.
The Els for Autism Foundation serves families around the world and offers in-person programs and services at The Els Center of Excellence® in Jupiter, FL. To learn more about Els for Autism, please visit www.elsforautism.org.
For more information on the Els for Autism Grand Finale, contact Paige Thomas, Director of Events, [email protected].
Feature Art Courtesy of Els for Autism
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