Except for 2020, every year since 1994, Water Street Mission (WSM) has hosted a Drive Away Hunger Golf Tournament. This year's tournament will occur on Friday, June 18, from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. at Meadia Heights Golf Club, 402 Golf Road, Lancaster. Supporting the general ongoing financial needs of caring for those experiencing homelessness in Lancaster County, WSM's annual golf tournament invites local business professionals to enjoy a round of golf at a private club. After the match, participants will enjoy a catered meal with other players.
"I'm looking forward to getting out on the course, developing relationships, and connecting people to the heart of Water Street Mission," stated director of marketing Matt Clement.
The golf tournament will help support services WSM provides for individuals experiencing homelessness in Lancaster County. WSM offers emergency shelter, residential programs, and community food bank at its Outreach Center, as well as medical, dental, and behavioral health services. Additionally, WSM invests in prekindergarten and kindergarten education through its Wonder Club program and offers teen mentoring through its Teen Haven program. On average, WSM serves 400 meals each day in its dining hall; has 3,000 medical and dental visits every year; and hosts over 170 guests per night at the residential and Providence shelters.
"Drive Away Hunger is a great way for businesses to get connected and know more about the heart of Water Street Mission," said Clement. "For businesses, it seems like they appreciate how being connected to Water Street Mission has impacted their business both externally and internally. I think there is a lot that businesses can gain from partnering with Water Street Mission because what we do is so tangible."
Preregistration, which is required, can be completed at http://www.wsm.org/drive-away-hunger. Businesses interested in partnering with WSM can contact business ambassador Sandy Gambone at sgambone@wsm.org or 717-358-2932.
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