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From Bob Avellini to Billy Williams, Celebrities Aplenty Are 'In' for Marklund's May 26 Golf Outing
Every year the Marklund Golf Classic attracts many Chicagoland sports celebrities, all of whom support Geneva-based Marklund.
Marklund presents the 29th Annual Marklund Golf Classic, one of Chicagoland’s premiere charity golf events, on Thursday, May 26, at Hilton Chicago-Indian Lakes Resort, 250 W. Schick Road, Bloomingdale. Registration begins at 11 a.m., lunch is from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., shotgun start is at 12:30 p.m., and the banquet begins at 5:45 p.m. The public is welcome to play golf, lend sponsorship or attend the dinner.
All funds raised are in support of the programs and services Marklund provides compassionate care for infants, children and adults with developmental disabilities.
Newcomers who want to become involved in a quality charity event with meaning and results are welcome. Such involvement will go a long way toward Marklund's mission to serve its residents and keep performing ‘little miracles’ every day.”
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The stars come out and lend support
Every year the Marklund Golf Classic attracts many Chicagoland sports celebrities, all of whom support Marklund. The following celebrities will play golf:
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- Bob Avellini, Chicago Bears
- Ronnie Bull, Chicago Bears
- Bill Campbell, Cubs
- Buzz Capra, New York Mets
- Ted Hendricks, Football Hall of Fame
- Gene Hiser, Cubs
- Randy Hundley, top 100 Cubs of all time
- Bob Miller, Baseball Hall of Fame
- Emery Moorehead - Tight End, 85 Bears
- Rich Nye, Cubs
- Don Pall, White Sox
- Bob Parsons, Chicago Bears
- Jack Perconte, White Sox
- Bill Pierce, White Sox
- Paul Popovich, Cubs
- Willy Roy, Soccer HOF
- Eric Soderholm, White Sox
- Tim Tyrell, NFL
- Al Weis, White Sox
- Billy Williams, Cubs
Going once, going twice
The annual golf outing is known for outstanding items and trips to be auctioned at the banquet. A few live auction items include:
- Blackhawks – two tickets with locker room passes
- Skybox tickets for a Cubs/Sox game
- A speedboat (100 mph) experience on a 34-foot ocean raceboat in Burnham Harbor
- Foursomes at prestigious Chicagoland courses with celebrities
- Vacations – Hawaii, Vegas, Beverly Hills, Clearwater Beach, Fl and many more…
The live auction will be conducted by David Goodman, owner of Auction Results in Chicago. He is one of a select number of professional auctioneers who devotes all his time to raising money for charities, as opposed to art, bankruptcy and real estate. He is a graduate of the Missouri Auction School which is considered to be one of the best in the country.
“We are thrilled to announce just a few of the live auction items,” said Tracy Beattie, director of the golf outing.
Generous sponsors
George Webster of Glen Ellyn, president of RAM Mechanical is chairing the golf outing. The title sponsor for the 29th Annual Marklund Golf Classic is Porter Pipe & Supply Company of Addison, and a major sponsor is Hilton Chicago-Indian Lakes Resort. Webster’s company sponsors the practice range as well as a very popular contest at which all golfers will have the opportunity to win $5,000 in the annual RAM Mechanical Putting Competition.
“The support of George Webster of RAM Mechanical Services and Jim Porter of Porter Pipe & Supply have helped us to take this event to the next level,” Beattie said. “Their devotion to Marklund is unparalleled. The money raised at this event allows Marklund the ability to provide a better quality of life for the individuals served."
“I support Marklund, because I trust the quality of care that is being given to the clients every day,” George Webster said. “This is a fine organization, and I am proud to participate.”
“Since I toured Marklund several years ago, I have felt compelled to share my time and resources with such an amazing cause,” Jim Porter said. “Marklund is the best at what it does, and you can’t help but feel good about helping such a solid organization and a deeply committed staff.”
Celebrity sponsors are Architectural Resources & Development, InfoTrack Information Services, and Mutual Fund Store. Partner sponsors are Ahead, LLC; Bob Korvas Insurance Agency; Illinois Joint & Bone Institute; and Polsinelli Shughart PC.
The price for an individual golfer is $550. Foursome sponsorships range from $2,200 to $3,000. For more information, call Tracy Beattie at 630-430-5312; email tbeattie@marklund.org; or visit http://www.marklund.org
About Marklund
Founded in 1954, Marklund enriches the lives of those with special healthcare needs by honoring the unique purpose of each individual. Those served are able to enjoy a full and meaningful life supported by a compassionate nurturing environment; a strong partnership with the community; and an unmatched dedication to personal growth. Marklund’s vision: Rising above limitations. Marklund is not-for-profit.
Marklund’s main campus in Geneva, Ill., consists of six 16-bed residential homes for adults with severe and profound developmental disabilities as well as an educational and training center that provides for the intensive medical, social, emotional and physical needs of the residents.
In Bloomingdale, the Marklund Philip Center for Children encompasses the Children’s Home, a skilled pediatric nursing facility for infants, children and medically fragile adults; the Day School, an education program for children ages 3 - 21; early intervention for infants and toddlers age birth to three; and Marklund’s respite program.
For more information about Marklund, call Vicki Krystof at 630-593-5482 or visit http://www.marklundgolfclassic.com
