Mount Vernon, Wa. – The Skagit Valley College Foundation held the 36th annual James M. Ford Golf Classic
tournament on Aug. 2 at Avalon Golf Course in Burlington. The sold-out event raised
$114,000 in revenue to support SVC student scholarships, exceeding last year’s total
of $90,000. Since its inception, the Golf Classic has raised more than $1.7 million
to support student success at SVC.
“The continued support from our community, sponsors, and participants has been extraordinary,”
said Kathleen Petrzelka, executive director of the SVC Foundation. “This year’s fundraising
total reflects the collective effort to enhance educational opportunities for our
students. We are grateful to everyone who contributed to making this event a success.”
The James M. Ford Golf Classic is a long-standing tradition that brings together golfers,
community leaders, and supporters of education. The funds raised contribute to providing
scholarships that help SVC students pursue their academic goals.
For more information about the SVC Foundation, upcoming events, or ways to contribute,
please visit www.skagit.edu/foundation.
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