Santa Clarita Valley golfers with a soft spot in their swings for education are invited to participate in the College of the Canyons Foundation’s 19th annual ‘Birdies for Books’ charity golf tournament.
Sponsored by C.A. Rasmussen, Inc., the ‘Birdies for Books’ tournament will take place Monday, September 14, at the Valencia Country Club.
Proceeds from the event will support the College of the Canyons Foundation’s ongoing efforts to provide increased educational opportunities for students and community members of all ages.
“It’s a pleasure to sponsor College of the Canyon’s annual golf tournament and it’s a great way to spend the day while helping the young minds enrolled at the college,” said Charlie Rasmussen, President of C.A. Rasmussen, Inc.
“Our community is fortunate to have such a progressive and accessible educational facility right in our own backyard,” Rasmussen added, “and we encourage our employees, their families and our neighbors to support College of the Canyons by addressing their educational goals through the programs and services offered at the college.”
On average, College of the Canyons students pay roughly $2,100 per school year for academic fees, textbooks and supplies — making the cost of attending school one of the greatest barriers students will face on their educational journey.
In response, the Foundation has continually worked to generate funds — through annual giving, special events and endowment programs — to provide more opportunities for an affordable and accessible college education for all those with the desire to succeed.
“With state budgets continually being cut despite increased education and training needs, we are delighted to have the support of a great company like C.A. Rasmussen,” said Barry Gribbons, assistant superintendent/vice president, institutional development, technology and online services at the college. “Events like this enable us to open access to students and community members who need those opportunities now more than ever.”
Single-player tournament sponsorship opportunities begin at $450, with each player receiving a continental breakfast, cart and greens fees, driving range privileges, a player’s gift bag, lunch and beverages on the course and participation in the post tournament awards reception.
For a $1,000 sponsorship, players will receive all tournament benefits, a sponsor sign display and entry into the hole-in-one, beat-the-pro, long-drive and closest to-the-pin contests.
Tournament participants may also sponsor three-person teams and fill the final spot in the foursome with a current or former member of College of the Canyons’ championship golf team. Last year’s tournament featured more than 120 golfers teeing off in the name of education.
Additional sponsorship opportunities include:
Birdie Sponsor — $2,500
• One team made up of three players, plus a COC championship player
• Named as sponsor in publicity and tournament publications
• Tee sign
Eagle Sponsor — $5,000
• Two teams of three players, plus a COC championship player added to each team
• Named as sponsor in publicity and tournament publications
• Tee sign
Presenting Sponsor — $10,000
• Three teams of three players, plus a COC championship player added to each team
• Named as presenting sponsor in all publicity and publications
• Corporate banner
• Tee sign
For more information about the College of the Canyons Foundation’s 19th annual ‘Birdies for Books’ charity golf tournament or to become a sponsor/participant, please contact the Foundation office at 661-362-3737.