Disc Golfers Unite: Raising Funds and Awareness for St. Jude

The Professional Disc Golf Association (PDGA) is proud to announce its partnership with St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, one of the world's leading pediatric cancer research centers. Last year's inaugural St Jude Disc Golf Charity Invitational was a resounding success, with over 200 disc golfers raising an impressive $230,000 for the kids of St. Jude.

This year, the PDGA is challenging all disc golfers to participate in this incredible fundraising effort. Whether you raise $10 or $10,000, your contribution will make a lasting impact on the lives of children and families affected by life-threatening childhood diseases. The event takes place over Memorial Day weekend, May 27-29, 2016, at Bayonet Golf Course in Seaside, California.

The PDGA has been working tirelessly to create an exciting and challenging tournament experience, with two epic courses constructed specifically for this event. Players will be treated to stunning views of Monterey Bay, rolling terrain, huge trees, and abundant white-sand bunkers. The support of key sponsors, including DGA, Gateway Disc Sports, Innova Disc Golf, Legacy Discs, Prodigy Disc, Vibram Disc Golf, and industry partners, has been instrumental in making this event a reality.

However, the real story behind this partnership is not just about raising funds; it's about growth. The Professional Golf Association (PGA) credits their charity events with catapulting their organization to new heights, increasing purse sizes from $8 million to over $300 million. The PDGA aims to replicate this success by creating a culture of giving within the disc golf community.

The primary way participants will be raising money is through an online peer-to-peer fundraising platform. This allows individuals to create their own personalized pages and share them with friends, family, and coworkers, making it easy for others to contribute. Donations are tax-deductible and go directly to St. Jude, with the added incentive of employer matching programs available.

Some of the biggest names in disc golf have already pledged their support, including several Player Ambassadors who will be competing in the event. But it's not just about the players; every single participant has the power to make a difference.

To take part in this incredible fundraising effort, visit www.stjude.org/discgolf and click on the "Become a Fundraiser" button. You'll find all the information you need to get started, including instructions for setting up your own fundraising page and accessing tools to help you reach your goal.

In addition to the tournament itself, a new initiative has been launched this year: The Unity Disc. For the first time in recent history, six major manufacturers – DGA, Gateway Disc Sports, Innova Disc Golf, Legacy Discs, Prodigy Disc, and Vibram Disc Golf – have come together to produce rare runs of premium discs with each other's branding. These limited-edition discs are available online for $20 each, with $16 from each sale going directly to St. Jude.

The message is clear: disc golf is not just about throwing discs into baskets; it's also about giving back and making a difference in the world. Join us as we "Throw for Life" and show the world what our community is capable of when we come together for a great cause!

This article was compiled from disc golf coverage with AI assistance. Source: pdga.com — https://www.pdga.com/throw-life