Annual Arpin Strong Golf Tournament raises over $24,000 for charities

West Warwick, RI The Arpin Charitable Fund’s Eleventh Annual Arpin Strong Golf Tournament, held at the New England Country Club in Bellingham, raised $24,064 for charity, surpassing $295,000 since it began hosting the annual event in 2014.

The Arpin Charitable Fund, also known as Arpin Strong, was formed to help those in need during natural disasters or when unfortunate circumstances arise by participating in community-based volunteer projects and fundraising events throughout the year.

The annual golf tournament, selects deserving charities annually as beneficiaries with the goal of raising awareness and funds to further their individual missions. This year’s event raised funds to aid the Alzheimer’s Association of RI, Special Olympics RI, A Wish Come True, and KCNT1 Epilepsy Foundation.

“These four outstanding groups reflect the core of our mission, and we’re grateful for the chance to help them, said Arpin Strong’s president/treasurer, Michael Killoran.”

We were privileged to have representatives from several charities present, and during tournament play, we had the opportunity to interview the president and CEO of Special Olympics RI, Edwin Pacheco, and the senior program manager, Annie Murphy, representing the Alzheimer’s Association of RI.

Once again, tournament play was followed by a celebratory banquet and raffle, with all proceeds benefiting the charities. The raffle prizes were donated by local area businesses, many of whom have been offering gifts and services since the tournament’s inception.

“We are profoundly grateful to our sponsors, donors, golfers, and dedicated volunteers and friends who continue to champion Arpin Strong’s mission,” said vice president Karen Bannon. “Their dedication and unwavering support are the driving force behind the tournament’s continued success.”

Arpin Strong thanks all its sponsors, particularly Cardi’s Furniture & Mattresses, Citrin Cooperman Accountants & Advisors, Courtney International Forwarding, and Move One, all of whom were once again Platinum-level sponsors of the annual event.

Of the funds raised at this year’s event, $20,000 was split equally in denominations of $5,000 and donated to charitable organizations. The remainder of the funds will be used to promote other nonprofit organizations and to continue with regular monthly donations to various charities.