BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//jEvents 2.0 for Joomla//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:STANDARD DTSTART:20241103T010000 RDATE:20250309T030000 TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:America/New_York EST END:STANDARD BEGIN:STANDARD DTSTART:20251102T010000 RDATE:20260308T030000 TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:America/New_York EST END:STANDARD BEGIN:STANDARD DTSTART:20261101T010000 RDATE:20270314T030000 TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:America/New_York EST END:STANDARD BEGIN:STANDARD DTSTART:20271107T010000 RDATE:20280312T030000 TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:America/New_York EST END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT DTSTART:20241024T083000 RDATE:20241103T010000 TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:America/New_York EDT END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:DAYLIGHT DTSTART:20250309T030000 RDATE:20251102T010000 TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:America/New_York EDT END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:DAYLIGHT DTSTART:20260308T030000 RDATE:20261101T010000 TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:America/New_York EDT END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:DAYLIGHT DTSTART:20270314T030000 RDATE:20271107T010000 TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:America/New_York EDT END:DAYLIGHT END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT UID:79168ee269161ce92c523af05888b1eb CATEGORIES:Family Fun, Special Needs, Sporting Events SUMMARY:LARC Announces Fore the Future Youth Golf Challenge LOCATION:8851 Crown Colony Blvd. Fort Myer, FL 33908 DESCRIPTION;ENCODING=QUOTED-PRINTABLE:LARC (Lee Association for Remarkable Citizens), a nonprofit organization th at empowers individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities th rough vocational training, residential support, and inclusive community ser vices, is proud to launch the Fore the Future Youth Golf Challenge—a one-of -a-kind fundraising event just for kids and teens in grades 1–12. This exci ting day of fun, mentorship, and prizes.
This is Southwest Florida’s first youth golf fundraiser of its kind, created to bring together element ary, middle, and high school students of all skill levels—from beginners to future champions—for a meaningful cause. Golfers will participate in fun o n-course challenges and enjoy an awards ceremony and great prizes.
“Wh ether you’re new to golf or already mastering your swing, the LARC Youth Go lf Challenge is your chance to be part of something meaningful,” said Angel a Katz, LARC Executive Director. “By raising funds, kids are helping people with intellectual and developmental disabilities learn life skills, find j obs, and live more independently. They will also be role models—showing the community the power of inclusion, kindness, and youth leadership. All skil l levels are welcome, and it’s not just about winning—it’s about giving you r best, having fun, and making a difference. So grab your clubs and join us —you’ll be swinging for a cause that truly matters.”
To participate, e ach golfer is asked to raise a minimum of $250, which directly supports LAR C’s programs for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabiliti es. The top three fundraisers receive amazing prizes and a hole-in-one cha llenge will feature a magical Disney vacation for four.
Raising $250 i s easier than you think! Kids can ask 10 people to donate $25 or 25 people to give $10—or mix it up. Other creative ideas can be found on LARC’s websi te www.larcleecounty.orgi including a Sponsor-Per-Hole Challenge, where fr iends and family pledge a donation for each hole played (for example, $10 p er hole for 9 holes = $90); a Collect Change Campaign, using a decorated ja r to collect spare change; or asking for donations in lieu of birthday or h oliday gifts. Participants can also raise funds by offering chore services— like mowing lawns, raking leaves, walking dogs, or washing cars. With a par ent’s help, kids can also post a short fundraising video on social media ex plaining their goal and including a donation link.
Be part of somethin g meaningful. Sign up, start fundraising, and swing FORE a more inclusive f uture!
Businesses and community supporters are encouraged to amplify t heir impact by sponsoring the Fore the Future Youth Golf Challenge. Sponsor ship packages offer a range of promotional benefits—and more importantly, t hey send a powerful message that our community values young people and embr aces individuals of all abilities. By supporting this event, sponsors champ ion inclusion, youth empowerment, and a stronger, more connected Southwest Florida.
To register, become a sponsor, or learn more, visit www.larcl eecounty.org/events/youthgolfchallenge.
Established in 1954, LARC is a training center for success for individuals with intellectual and developm ental disabilities. LARC serves more than 300 individuals annually, and pa rticipants range from 14 to 83.
LARC offers life skills training, voc ational training, youth programs, community employment services, and a vast array of other state-of-the-art community inclusion services on a full-tim e, year-round basis. Its main campus is located at 2570 Hanson Street, Fort Myers. LARC also operates two Residential Group Homes in Cape Coral.
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