Golf Tournament Brings Community Together

Golf Tournament Brings Community Together 

By Jane Bornhorst
On October 21, Saint Peter’s School in Olney held its Inaugural Golf Tournament and silent auction, raising over $16,000 for the school.

Even better, members of the school community whose paths don’t normally cross were able to connect and get to know each other better.

The goal of the tournament, held at Blue Mash Golf Course, was to raise money for the school while engaging a new demographic of parents and building a sense of community among the parents.

“We were blown away by the turnout and by the amount of support we had from volunteers,” said Beth Sanz, Saint Peter’s Director of Development. “I was excited to see several alumni and parishioners come out to support the event as well.”

Parent David Craig golfed at the event and thought it was a big success. “I really enjoyed the golf tournament and definitely look forward to playing again each year. The venue was great, and they did a good job with the beverages and meals.”

After a round of golf, players enjoyed lunch in the clubhouse followed by an awards ceremony.

For the day-long silent auction, parents from each grade at the school donated items for baskets with different themes, such as pickle ball, Yeti, and fitness. The baskets were bid on during the event. Supporters who didn’t attend the tournament were able to bid on items online.

EuroMotorcars Germantown sponsored a hole in one contest, in which players had the chance to win a new Mercedes Benz.

Saint Peter’s hopes to hold the event again next year. Organizers are collecting feedback from parents and volunteers to make the event even better in the future.