COPE FOUNDATION LAUNCHES ANNUAL GOLF CLASSIC

People supported by Cope Foundation will be joining teams of golfers and taking to the course this summer to raise funds to empower people with an intellectual disability and/or autism. 

Cope Foundation’s Golf Classic takes place at Monkstown Golf Club on the 8th and 9th of June. It’s the 27th year of the event which is supported by O’Flynn Exhams LLP Solicitors.

The event is one of Cope Foundation’s biggest fundraising initiatives, generating much-needed funds for the Cork-based charity. Last year’s Golf Classic raised €52,000. The organisation supports 2,800 people with an intellectual disability and/or autism to live ‘Your Life, Your Way’. 

Cope Foundation’s Communications and Fundraising Manager, Elaine Murphy says: “Our aim at Cope Foundation is to work with the people we support, empowering them to live the lives of their choosing whether that’s playing sport, living independently or reaching personal goals. Not only is our annual Golf Classic our biggest fundraiser, it is also a great way to shine a light on inclusion in golf and sport. I want to take this opportunity to thank our sponsors, corporate supporters, donors and the team at Monkstown Golf Club – this event would not be possible without your continued support, kindness and generosity.”

Micheál Ó Mulláin, Partner at O’Flynn Exhams LLP Solicitors says: “We have supported Cope Foundation’s annual Golf Classic for many years and it is an event we are really proud to be part of. Not only does it highlight inclusion and diversity in sport it is also a great networking opportunity. We would encourage the business community in Cork to register teams as soon as possible and to continue their support for this incredible Cork charity.”

Joe Hosford who is supported by Cope Foundation adds: “I love being out in the fresh air, I have a really good swing. I am playing golf for about fifteen years. I try to play once a week. I have played in lots of golf courses. I also play in Cobh and Muskerry Golf Clubs as part of an inclusive golf initiative. I have played in Cope Foundation’s Golf Classic lots of times; I always really enjoy it.”

Ailbhe Barrett, who is also supported by Cope Foundation says: “I just love playing golf, I really enjoy spending time with Mary who works in the Physical Activity and Sports Department in Cope Foundation. I play in Muskerry Golf Club every Tuesday; I look forward to it every week.”

There will be a ‘Nearest The Pin’ Competition sponsored by Carbery Group and a ‘Longest Drive’ Competition sponsored by First South Credit Union Ltd.

Teams of four people are invited to book a place at the Cope Foundation Golf Classic online at www.cope-foundation.ie/Golf-Classic or get in touch with Cope Foundation’s Communications and Fundraising Team on 086 7912540 or email murphye2@cope-foundation.ie. 

The registration cost for a team of four is €1,000 and includes green fees, refreshments, a three-course meal, goodie bags and competition entry.