Charity Classic

CHARITY CLASSIC PRIDDIS GREENS

TOURNAMENT BROCHURE

In support of the Prostate Cancer Centre...

On August 20, 21 and 22 of 2024, the 26th annual Priddis Greens Charity Classic will be contested. This event has evolved over the years from a simple and generous plan by Mr. Bill Beattie and his friends to support the Prostate Cancer Centre of Calgary into a prestigious signature tournament for Priddis Greens Golf & Country Club. In the 20 plus years prior, this charity golf tournament has donated $8 million and continues to be a leading source of funding to support prostate health for all of Southern Alberta.

This year’s event will continue to follow the two fundamental goals of the tournament:

1. Raise funds to support the work of the Prostate Cancer Centre.

The 26th annual fundraising target is to raise $350,000. We are hoping that each of you in evaluating the Priddis Greens Charity Classic will see the importance to participate and help us to reach our fundraising goal.

2. Raise awareness of the importance of early detection of prostate cancer.

Priddis Greens management, employees, members and the tournament committee pride themselves on being the premier event on the Calgary charity golf calendar. The participants can expect to participate in what is sure to be another exceptional opportunity to enjoy the two (2) remarkable 18-hole golf courses, great food, service and beverages all while basking in the natural beauty of the foothills of the Rocky Mountains.

We look forward to welcoming each of you and your team to the 26th Priddis Greens Charity Classic.

Sincerely,

Brian Murray

Chairman, Priddis Greens Charity Classic

403-835-1030 | briandm@shaw.ca

what’s new for 2024

We are pleased to announce that the Gala will be held again at Azuridge on the evening of August 20th kicking off the 26th edition of the Priddis Greens Charity Classic. The committee is working very hard to make the evening bigger and better than ever to kickoff this special event with a theme focused on local vendors and entertainers. There will also now be the option for non-golfing supporters and their guest to attend just the Gala event. Following the Gala will be the two-day golf competition at Priddis Greens Golf & Country Club on August 21st and 22nd. A reception and awards presentation will follow the final round of golf at the Clubhouse.

We have also added a practice round at Priddis Greens for each team entry, enabling participants to become a little more familiar with the beautiful Priddis Greens golf course and hone their team strategy prior to the competition. Registered teams will be able to schedule their practice round between May 15 and August 15 by contacting John Wilson, Head Golf Professional.

Both days of the golf competition will be a shotgun format. Power carts and tee gifts are included for all players. Food and beverage stations will be intertwined throughout your golfing experience providing convenient access to refreshments, along with pre-round breakfast and post-round receptions. We are also pleased to announce the return of the silent auction with plenty of opportunities to bid on the work of many local artisans and businesses.

The tournament encourages both male and female participants, competitive and non-competitive golfers alike. Teams compete for the Bill Beattie Memorial Award using net Stableford points with the best three scores of each foursome counted per hole. The Frank Lindsay Award is presented to the golfer scoring the most individual points over the two-day competition. Walking scorers are provided for each team to assist with accurate tracking of scores.

Similar to last year, teams and individual players will have the added benefit of receiving a tax receipt for a portion of their team entry fee. This makes it even more advantageous to participate individually or as a team and support the fundamental goal of the tournament in crucial fundraising and increasing awareness for the Prostate Cancer Centre of Calgary.

CHARITY CLASSIC

gala evening

golf competition - day 1

The golf competition will be shotgun format on day 1.

Wednesday, August 21st

7:30am to 8:45am | Team registration

7:30am to 8:45am | Hot breakfast buffet

9:00am | Shotgun begins

golf competition - day 2

The golf competition will conclude in shotgun format on day 2, followed with the reception & awards presentation.

Thursday, August 22nd

Golf Competition:

7:30am | Hot breakfast buffet

9:00am | Shotgun begins

9:00am to 1:30pm | On-course food & beverages

Clubhouse Reception: 1:30pm | Cocktails

2:30pm | Three-course plated dinner

All tournament participants, and those choosing the “Gala Only” option at registration, are invited to join us at at the renowned Azuridge Estate Hotel in Priddis, Alberta for our Gala Evening kick-off event. This will be business-casual cocktail reception featuring local vendors and entertainment.

Tuesday, August 20th

6:00pm to 10:00pm

9:00am to 1:30pm | On-course food & beverages

2:00pm to 4:00pm | Clubhouse luncheon

4:00pm | Live auction

5:00pm | Departure

Player Accommodation at Azuridge Estate Hotel

As the preferred hotel partner of the Priddis Greens Charity Classic, Azuridge is pleased to offer tournament participants 50% off when booking their overnight stay. With only a limited number of rooms available, confirm your reservation by phoning 403.931.0100.

how to register your team

Visit PGCharityClassic.com to complete our online registration for yourself and three others. For those registering before June 1, you’ll be entered to win a two-night stay at Azuridge - see below for details!

early bird incentive

Teams that are registered prior to June 1, 2024 are eligible for a draw prize generously donated by our friends at Azuridge Estate Hotel. This prize includes:

• Overnight stay at the Azuridge Estate Hotel on August 20 & 21

• Chauffeured service from-and-to Priddis Greens

• “Dangerous Diamond” signature drink upon arrival

• Burger and beer for each golfer at the Azuridge gazebo

• Two (2) double queen rooms with turn-down service and morning tray visit pgcharityclassic.com to register

CHARITY

teams & donors

TEAM ENTRY - $10,000

• tournament fees for four (4) participants (verified handicap required)

• eight (8) Gala Evening passes (4 participants + 4 guests)

• one (1) double-sided 48” x 31” recognition sign

• thank you signage displayed at first tee

FUND-A-NEED DONORS - $2,000 or more

The Prostate Cancer Centre annually identifies specific requirements they have at the tournament such as specialized equipment, supplies or programs. This Fund-A-Need program will be present throughout the tournament and attendees can donate directly towards those items in return for a tax receipt.

GALA EVENING ONLY - $500

For those unable to enter a team in the golf tournament, new this year is the opportunity for an individual and their guest to attend the much anticipated Gala evening at Azuridge Hotel in exchange for a tax deductible donation.

DIRECT DONATION

All donations are greatly appreciated by the Prostate Cancer Centre. Donations for any amount of $20 or more can be made directly to the Centre and a tax receipt will be provided.

AUCTION ITEMS

Promote your business while supporting the Prostate Cancer Centre by donating an item or package of value to be included in the live or silent auction.

sponsorship

ENTERTAINMENT - $5,000

• includes four (4) Gala Evening passes

• one (1) double-sided 48” x 31” recognition sign

BEVERAGE - $5,000

• includes four (4) Gala Evening passes

• one (1) double-sided 48” x 31” recognition sign

FOOD - $5,000

• includes four (4) Gala Evening passes

• one (1) double-sided 48” x 31” recognition sign

BEVERAGE CART SPONSOR - $2,500

• company name/logo on beverage carts

• one (1) double-sided 48” x 31” recognition sign

HOLE SPONSOR - $2,000

• company name/logo on sponsored hole

• one (1) double-sided 48” x 31” recognition sign

GOLF CART SPONSOR - $1,500

• company name/logo on sponsored carts

• one (1) double-sided 48” x 31” recognition sign

thank you to our 2023 participants

TEAMS

• Arcadis | IBI Group

• Baywest Projects

• Brookfield Properties

• Chisholm Industries

• Cornerstone Fiduciary Wealth

• Danyluk Charitable Trust

• Davidson Enman Lumber Ltd.

• Double B “Birdie Brigade”

• GBI Inc.

• Hawthorn Interiors Ltd.

• Highfield Investment Group

• Jayman Built

• Lafarge Canada Inc.

TEAMS

• MasterBuilt Hotels

• Petrin Mechanical

• Procor Ltd.

• Sagium

• SAIU

• Shane Homes #1

• Shane Homes #2

• Volkerwessels Canada

• Western Materials Handling & Equip. Ltd.

• Alvin-Bill-Don-Rob

• Shelly & Alan Norris #1

• Shelly & Alan Norris #2

FRIENDS

• Azuridge Estate Hotel

• Calgary Flames

• Darrell Danyluk

• EFW Radiology

• Flynn Canada

• Wayne & Mary-Sue Gifford

• Rocky Mountain Motor Sports

• Shane Homes

• Dave Watt

• West Jet

FACILITIES & COURSES

First Place: Shane Homes | left to right: Jay Harvey, Steve Saunders, Shane Wenzel, Carson Ackroyd

prior year photo gallery

CHARITY CLASSIC

prostate cancer centre of calgary

The Priddis Greens Charity Classic is one of the most important fundraising endeavors for the Prostate Cancer Centre of Calgary raising over $8 million to date in support of prostate cancer awareness, early detection, education, research and rapid access to pre and post-operative treatment. Because we rely on donors and sponsors for our revenue, we would not be able to provide our current services without this tournament. The level of treatment and care that we provide to over 10,000 patient visits a year through our six Rapid Access Clinics for men suspected or diagnosed with prostate cancer are the best in this country.

Early detection is vital to surviving prostate cancer. Calgary’s Prostate Cancer Centre has the only two mobile PSA testing vehicles in Canada - the ManVan™. The ManVan™ program has tested over 52,000 men, one vehicle services Calgary and the other, rural communities in Southern Alberta. We always bring the ManVan™ to the Priddis Greens Charity Classic for PSA testing on-site when restrictions permit. This serves as a thank you to all the Priddis Greens supporters.

The Prostate Cancer Centre’s success and growth wouldn’t have been possible without the dedication from the many volunteers and organizers, the players, the generous sponsors and the Priddis Greens membership. We are committed to using your donations to fund the best prostate cancer research, diagnosis, and treatment options and start-to-finish care to improve the lives of patients and their families. Thank you for your encouragement and support.

We are confident that every day, every man in Southern Alberta who visits us will receive the best care and treatment available.

“There is no question – without the longstanding support of the Priddis Greens Charity Classic there would be no Prostate Cancer Centre today and families would not benefit from our services” states Dr. Donnelly. “Your support is shaping the future of the men in Southern Alberta.”

CHARITY CLASSIC PRIDDIS GREENS

Don’t miss one of Calgary’s most prominent charitable events. Experience the excellence of Priddis Greens Golf & Country Club during this unique, fun and competitive event while making your contribution to Prostate Cancer Centre of Calgary.

AUGUST 20, 21 & 22