LEESBURG, VA– Nick Zaloga, Director of Club Operations, at Lansdowne is pleased to announce the partnership with PGA HOPE Program on Saturday, May 20, 2023. PGA HOPE program introduces the game of golf through a developmental 6-8 week curriculum, led by PGA Professionals trained in adaptive golf and military cultural competency. All programs are funded by PGA REACH and supplemented by PGA Section Foundations, allowing facilities to offer programming at no cost to any active duty or retired veteran.
On Saturday, May 20th, the Lansdowne PGA professionals will hold a “Golf Marathon on the Lansdowne Golf Sharkbite course from sunrise to 7 pm. They are anticipating playing 300 holes during that time. To support the fundraising event, patrons and donors can fill out a donation pledge in a per hole, birdie, eagle, or hole in one format. In addition to the Golf Marathon, Lansdowne will also host a member event on the Robert Trent Jones course with invited guests and will donate all proceeds from the event to PGA HOPE – Lansdowne.
Lansdowne Golf Club is currently offering two sessions that service 40 men and women, but currently have the demand to do much more. Proceeds from the fundraising efforts will be used to expand programming and reach more veterans through more frequent programming and a wider array of adaptive golf equipment. This adaptive golf equipment will be vital in Lansdowne’s ability to make sure every veteran has the opportunity to experience the game with our PGA coaches.
Cost per team: $300 (Limited to 36 Members and their 1 guest; 72 players total).
Format: Holes 1-9 Shamble | Holes 10-18 Scramble. Contests include Hole In One and Silent Auction.
For information on how to register or submit donations, please contact golfacademy@lansdowneresort.com, https://clients.uschedule.com/golfatlansdowne/booking/event/eventdetail/684109 – Golf Marathon Booking link.
www.golfgenius.com/ggid/hopeldr/register – One Day Member Guest Booking Link
About Lansdowne Resort
As the exclusive destination to deliver the transformational experiences of wellness leader Dejia Harmony, this AAA Four Diamond award-winning resort harmonizes the best of Eastern and Western therapies to create a unique and balanced approach in support of the guest’s mind, body and spirit. Luxe accommodations, world-class amenities, an acclaimed spa, mindful dining and outdoor adventure across 500 acres in the picturesque Potomac River Valley inspire pure self-discovery and improved well-being. Players find their haven on 45 holes of challenging championship golf designed by Greg Norman and Robert Trent Jones Jr. And groups are immersed in an oasis of modernized conference facilities purpose-built for distraction-free goal achievement – in addition to motivation that extends beyond the four walls. Located 30 miles outside Washington, D.C. and 12 miles from Washington Dulles International Airport. For more information, visit www.Lansdowne Resort.com.
