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Owens Foundation Golf Classic Raises Record Amount to Support Healthcare Education Center

The 22nd Annual Owens Foundation Golf Classic presented by Toledo Building Services raised a record total of $85,950.22 at the event in September. The proceeds will be used to support the new Healthcare Education Center at Owens Community College.

The 2024 total is an increase of more than $12,000 from the previous year.

“We are so thankful for the companies and individuals who sponsored and golfed in our outing this year.  It was a beautiful day, and we are incredibly appreciative of the support we received through this year’s golf classic,” said Kelle Pack, vice president of the Owens Institutional Advancement Office and executive director of the Owens Community College Foundation. “The proceeds from this year’s event will be used to fund equipment purchases in our new Healthcare Education Center (HEC).

“The HEC, which will be completely open for classes in January 2025, will provide students with state-of-the-art simulation areas to practice interprofessional education and training as they pursue careers serving the public in healthcare. We are excited to support the need for healthcare workers across our region by providing world-class training in our new nursing and health professions education center.”

The Golf Classic, which was played at Belmont Country Club, has generated more than $1 million since its inception.

The 23rd Annual Golf Classic is scheduled for Monday, September 15, 2025, at Belmont Country Club.

The Owens Community College Foundation has provided more than $8 million in support for student scholarships and program and capital assistance since 2002. The Owens Foundation has $8.1 million in endowed funds and scholarships. Visit www.owens.edu/foundation to learn more about how to support Owens Community College.